Archive for 'Markets in France'

Looking to escape to the coast on vacation in France but after something a little different? There are lots of incredible and famous seaside resort towns in France – the beloved surfing destination of Biarritz, the legendary Mont Saint-Michel surrounded by sweeping Normandy beaches, and the glamour and luxury offered along the Côte d'Azur in the likes of Cannes – but there are also plenty of spots that you’ll see pictured a little less often in tourist guides, which still have so much to offer visitors.

Among these, Anglet stands out as a particularly excellent spot for those who love to be immersed in nature and have plenty to see and do outdoors. If you like to stay active, Anglet is a dream destination boasting, not only some incredible beaches for surfing, but lush forests in which to hike, cycle paths cutting through the surrounding scenery, a golf course, and much more besides. So, if you want to enjoy a break on the coast and get out into nature to indulge in some fun adventures, then a villa in Anglet is the way to go!

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Flea markets are a great place to get your hands on a bargain and find things that you might never discover elsewhere. If you're on holidays somewhere, visiting a flea market is an ideal way to get a taste of the unique culture of a region and to find some very special souvenirs and gifts. However, if you were planning a vacation in France and are booking a holiday rental in Paris, you may be unsurprised to discover that the cosmopolitan French capital is home to one of the most exclusive and high-end flea markets in the world. Located in the heart of the Puces de Paris Saint-Ouen, the market of Paul Bert Serpette is surrounded by ten or so different markets, which offer a selection of antiques from a wide variety of periods. Each of these markets has its own identity that is linked to its dealers and its architecture. Spread across a massive 12,000 square meters, Paul Bert Serpette is the world's largest antique market and is a prestigious gem that is a must for all serious antiques enthusiasts and bargain hunters.     Read More

We have previously noted how incredibly beautiful and special the town of Colmar is: a border city in France that is sandwiched physically and culturally between France, Germany, and Switzerland. The capital of the Alsacian wine region, it is surrounded by vineyards and lush rural landscapes, and it is famously pretty, with cobbled streets, colourful half-timbered houses, and the beloved “Little Venice” district of the town. Little Venice is exactly what it says on the tin, a little version of Venice that is made up if pretty little houses in different shades that once reflected the occupations and trades of their inhabitants, clustered along a canal that cuts through the town. So, you can imagine just how cute the town is on a daily basis. Now give that a Christmas makeover and add a few Christmas markets and just picture it. Sounds pretty magical, right? Well, on top of that there are plenty of other reasons why you should pick Colmar for a winter getaway in France. Looking to get away this Holiday Season, well, here are five great reasons to find a vacation rental in Colmar this year.     Read More