France is beautiful throughout the year but people often overlook Autumn, which is a lovely time of year to visit different parts of the country for a variety of reasons: the south of the country remains hot, the mountains are perfect for hiking, the wind-swept northern coast is impossibly picturesque, and the harvest season makes Burgundy, Champagne and Bordeaux a must for foodies. If you have been looking for a vacation rental in France, then consider these events and attractions that take place around the country each Autumn. It is worth booking a trip to go and experience them yourself, ASAP!
1. Markets In October
If you find a vacation rental in Normandy or a holiday rental in Brittany and plan a trip in October, then you'll find yourself in an excellent spot for a perfect foodie getaway!
1. Markets In October
If you find a vacation rental in Normandy or a holiday rental in Brittany and plan a trip in October, then you'll find yourself in an excellent spot for a perfect foodie getaway!
This is harvest season, when the markets fill with apples and pears in Normandy and Brittany and bright orange squashes and pumpkins, mushrooms in the Pyrénées. This is the best time to shop for the freshest, best ingredients.
2. Cider and Chestnut Festival in Sauveterre-de-Rouergue
A more specific foodie destination, this pretty city, perched above a valley is a must for those who have found a vacation rental in the Midi-Pyrénées. Famous for its ancient chestnut tress and high-quality cider, the city holds a festival each October that fills the cobbled streets with music, seasonal treats and excited visitors that are ready to eat!
2. Cider and Chestnut Festival in Sauveterre-de-Rouergue
A more specific foodie destination, this pretty city, perched above a valley is a must for those who have found a vacation rental in the Midi-Pyrénées. Famous for its ancient chestnut tress and high-quality cider, the city holds a festival each October that fills the cobbled streets with music, seasonal treats and excited visitors that are ready to eat!
3. Pepper Festival in Espelette
This town in Basque country celebrates the Fête du Piment in late October, which sees farmers gather to sell their produce and a healthy dose of music, dancing, eating and drinking for an average of 200,000 festival goers each year.
Of course, that's simply a selection of the foodie events – there is much more to explore in France come Autumn so be sure to read on to our next post for even more reasons to get planning a getaway this Fall!
This town in Basque country celebrates the Fête du Piment in late October, which sees farmers gather to sell their produce and a healthy dose of music, dancing, eating and drinking for an average of 200,000 festival goers each year.
Of course, that's simply a selection of the foodie events – there is much more to explore in France come Autumn so be sure to read on to our next post for even more reasons to get planning a getaway this Fall!
Photo credits
picture 2: 1gagnepetit / CC BY 3.0;
picture 3: Anne-Liam / CC BY-SA 4.0
picture 2: 1gagnepetit / CC BY 3.0;
picture 3: Anne-Liam / CC BY-SA 4.0