France is synonymous with cycling – as well as great food and wine – and it’s the perfect destination for a whole range of outdoor activity holidays. Whether it's rambling through the Loire Valley just an hour from Paris, tackling epic Pyrenean climbs made famous by the Tour de France, skiing and snowboarding in the Alps or sailing in the glamorous French Riviera, there’s something for everyone. You’re virtually guaranteed breathtaking scenery and decent weather and our range of trips mean you can pick between guided and self guided, taking your own equipment or hiring what you need, the level of accommodation and much, much more.
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One of the most unspoilt regions in France, the Ariège offers a plethora of crags from single and multi-pitch limestone and granite rocks to granite bouldering in a compact area.
The Valley of Kings is perfect for leisurely two-wheeled exploration, with gentle gradients through verdant landscapes dotted with picturesque châteaux
From canyoning to paragliding, here are 10 of the top outdoor activities to try out in the French Alps during spring, summer and autumn.
Snowshoeing adventures are one of the very best ways to explore the winter wonderlands of the Alps - here's all you need to know.
Easy access to fantastic beginner slopes through to world-renowned black runs makes Vaujany in the French Alps a gem of a ski resort, explains Jamie Purkhardt.
For a road cyclist the French Alps can be the pinnacle of cycling achievement, writes locally-based tour leader and bike coach Rob Hawkins.
Easily accessible and with more than 250km of trails to suit all levels, Vaujany is one of Europe's ultimate backdoor mountain biking resorts.
The Dordogne is renowned for its beautiful countryside, chateaux and gastronomic delights - and trail running is the best way to discover all the hidden gems.
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