From the epic scenery of the Alps to the beautiful boulevards of Paris; the popular surfing beaches of the west coast to the lively melting pot of Marseille. France is one amazing country. Fact.

What can you say about Paris that hasn't been described already by some of the greatest writers in the world? Erm, the streetside Nutella pancakes are very good ...

It's the most legendary town in mountaineering and does a mean line in backcountry skiing too. There's no other place like it in the world

Sur du pont ... ah but there's so much more to Avignon than the bridge. Check out great tips from places to eat to fab hotels

It's so impossibly glamorous that you can't help but feel gorgeous while you're in Nice. Seafront restaurants with impeccable wine choices help too

A favourite day trip destination due to its Eurostar link-up, Lille is a great city in its own right. Yummy food, fab beers, cool shops and a gritty, urban feel!