France is home to countless flower-filled towns, each with its own unique character and natural beauty. From villages in Alsace with ivy-draped homes and vineyards to coastal gems on the French ...

Criterion (i): The Loire Valley is noteworthy for the quality of its architectural heritage, in its historic towns such as Blois, Chinon, Orléans, Saumur, and Tours, but in particular in its ...

Once you’ve had your fix, hop on a train an hour west to the quieter edges of the Loire Valley. You’ll be just ... This medieval town is an absolute gem and worth a day of exploration.