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Paris and Ile-de-France

Is it the most romantic city in the world? Whatever your view, there’s no doubting its colourful history. Paris, though, is only the centre of a region comprising the departments of Seine-et-Marne, Val d’Oise, Esonne, Yvelines, Hauts-de-Seine, Seine-St-Denis, Val de Marne, and Ville de Paris. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Paris and Ile de France

Alsace

Formed from just two departments (Bas-Rhin and Haut-Rhin) Alsace is the smallest region of mainland France. It is, however, one of the most politically powerful given its capital, Strasbourg, is home to numerous European institutions. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Alsace.

Aquitaine

Contains the departments of Pyrénées Atlantiques, Landes, Gironde, Lot-et-Garonne and Dordogne. Its most notable towns and cities include Bordeaux, Bayonne, Pau, Biarritz and Lourdes. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Aquitaine

Auvergne

Formed by the departments of Allier, Puy-de-Dome, Cantal and Haute Loire, Auvergne also contains what is referred to as the Central Massif. Its main cities include Aurillac, Clermont Ferrand, Montlucon and Vichy. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Auvergne.

Brittany

At the north west tip of France, this culturally distinct region is comprised of four departments: Finistère, Côtes-d’Armor, Ille-et-Vilaine, and Morbihan. The most popular towns and cities for visitors include St. Malo, Rennes, Roscoff, Lorient, Vannes and St Brieuc. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Brittany.

Burgundy

This historic region is formed by the departments of Côte d’Or, Nièvre, Saône-et Loire and Yonne, and boasts some of France’s most historic towns and cities - Dijon, Beaune, Macon and Auxerre among them. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Burgundy.

Centre

Its simple name belies the wealth of beautiful countryside and historic towns to be found within it. Indeed, much of the Loire valley is to be found here and it certainly possesses some of the nation’s most heritage-rich places to stay such as Tours, Bourges, Chartres, Blois and Châteauroux. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in the Centre Region.

Champagne Ardennes

Marne, Haute-Marn, Aube and Ardennes are the departments making up this north easterly region which partly borders Belgium. It is also noted for historic towns such as Troyes and Reims. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Champagne Ardennes.

Corsica

Many Corsicans don’t consider themselves to be French at all. With its unique history, this island - with its links to Napoleon - is the fourth largest in the Mediterranean. Historic Hotels and Other Places to Stay in Corsica.

Franche Comte

Bordering Switzerland and with an alpine ambience all of its own, Franche Comte is comprised of the departments of Jura, Haute Saône, Doubs and Territoire de Belfort. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Franche Comte.

Languedoc Roussillon

France’s most prolific wine producing region, Languedoc Roussilon stretches from the Spanish border to Provence. Its departments are Gard, Hérault, Lozère, Aude and Pyrénées-Orrientales, and features some of France’s most historic cities and towns such as Carcassonne. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Languedoc Roussillon.

Limousin

One of France’s landlocked regions, Limousin is formed from the departments of Corrèze, Creuse, and Haute Vienne. Its main population centres are Limoges, Tulle and Aubusson. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Limousin.

Lorraine

This north eastern region comprises the departments of Vosges, Moselle, Meurthe-et-Moselle, and Meuse. Its two main cities are effectively of equal size and importance: Metz and Nancy. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Lorraine.

Midi Pyrenees

This giant region contains no fewer than 8 departments: Lot, Gers, Hautes-Pyrénées, Arriège, Haute-Garonne, Tarn, Tarn- et-Garonne and Aveyron. It is also home to one of France’s largest cities, Toulouse. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Midi Pyrenees.

Nord-Pas-De-Calais

Comprises Pas de Calais and Nord (departements) and towns such as Lille, Boulogne, Dunkerque, Arras and, of course, Calais itself. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Nord Pas De Calais.

Normandy

Consists of Haute Normandie (upper) and Basse Normandie (lower) and the departments of Calvados, Manche, Orne, Seine-Maritime, and Eure. It boasts numerous historic towns and cities of interest to the visitor, including Rouen, Hnfleur, Caen and Bayeux. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Normandy.

Pays de la Loire

True chateaux country, pays de la Loire is formed by the departments of Maine-et-Loire, Sarthe, Mayenne, Loire-Atlantique and Vendée. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Pays de la Loire.

Picardy

Together with its neighbour, Nord-Pas-de-Calais, Picardy and its departments of Aisne, Oise and Somme often provide the first taste of France for those entering the country by cross channel ferry. Amiens and Beauvais are the primary urban centres of Picardie. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Picardy.

Poitou Charentes

Comprising the departments of Charente, Charente-Maraitime, Deux Sèvres and Vienne, Poitou Charentes is one of the country’s main agricultural regions. The main towns are Angoulême, La Rochelle, Poitiers, Royan and Saintes. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Poitou Charentes.

Provence-Alpes-Cote d’Azur

Synonymous with hot summers and mild winters, Provence is about much more than the French Riviera. Fabulous little towns await those exploring its 4 departments: Bouches du Rhone, Vaucluse, Var and Alpes de Haute-Provence. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Provence and the Cote d’Azur.

Rhone Alpes

A region of contrast, Rhone Alpes possesses inspiring mountain scenery, lush vineyards and, in Lyon, the second largest city outside Paris. It’s departments are Ain, Ardèche, Isère, Rhône, Savoie, Haute Savoie and Loire. Historic Hotels, Inns and Chateaux in Rhone Alpes.

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