Travel can enrich your life by showing you the beauty of the world, introducing you to new cultures, allowing you to meet new people, and allowing you to try new things. There are many fairytale-esque destinations in France to choose from that will make it feel like stepping into a different world entirely, and these are often the most enchanting experiences. Read on to discover a few fairytale holiday destinations to add to your list.
Gordes, Provence
Gordes is located in the heart of the picturesque Provence region in southeast France and feels like somewhere straight out of a fairytale. With cobbled streets, stone buildings, and blooming lavender fields creating a peaceful and striking scene, this is a breathtaking sight to behold. The town is also located on top of a hill, which gives you amazing views of the surrounding countryside.
This is one of the best locations for cycling holidays France has to offer with the ability to discover the great beauty of the region on two wheels, which can be highly rewarding and a great form of exercise. Additionally, travelling by bike will give you a chance to appreciate the smaller things that you may not get when you travel by car, such as the waft of lavender in the air.
Chamonix, Haute-Savoie
Chamonix is a town best known for its skiing and mountain climbing opportunities, which means it attract people from all over the world. It also has a fairytale-esque feel to it with its breathtaking alpine scenery snow-capped mountains and beautiful valleys. Cable cars can take visitors to the top of nearby peaks that will offer incredible views across glacier fields located on the Italian border.
The town itself also has plenty to keep visitors entertained beyond skiing and mountain climbing, including hiking trails, shopping, dining, and spa days – a great way to unwind after a long day of exploring.
Bonifacio, Corsica
Located on the southern tip of the French island of Corsica, Bonifacio features a striking medieval clifftop citadel overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. Surrounded by protected nature areas with pristine beaches, hidden coves, and azure waters, this is a picture-perfect escape that feels like entering an entirely different world away from the stresses of modern life. There are many things to do here, including exploring the ancient citadel, climbing the King of Aragon’s Stairway (carved into the cliffside), exploring the Bonifacio market, and boat tours allowing you to observe the coastal scenery from the water.
If you are looking for fairytale-esque destinations to add to your holiday shortlist, these are all excellent additions. France has many enchanting towns and villages that could be straight out of a fairytale, and these otherworldly destinations often provide the best escape from modern life and the most memorable holiday experiences.
