A Few Good Reasons to Visit France in Winter

While fall is a great time to see the beautiful foliage of the Loire, the southern sunny days, and the grape harvest, the snowy months are also popular for all sorts of cheese, wine, baguettes—and of course, who would forget the fantastic sweaters and knee-high boots?

To make your visit totally worth it, here are some of the best activities to look forward to:

Joining the Beaujolais Nouveau Celebrations

As soon as the clock strikes midnight on the third Thursday of November, the country welcomes another year of new wines. Thus, it is a perfect time to stay late in bistros, bars, and cafes, which are open to greet revellers ready to have a sip.
Experiencing Lyon’s Fête des Lumières (Festival of Lights)

As an expression of gratitude to the Virgin Mary, the second largest city in the country lights up. Public buildings are lit up with a wide array of colours and intricate designs. This much-awaited event draws roughly four million spectators each year.

Shopping at the Christkindelsmärik in Strasbourg

This is France’s largest and oldest Christmas market, which serves as a spectacular backdrop for tourists’ photo op. Here, you will find a host of vendors selling unique crafts that you can take home as souvenirs. Also, this is where you can find La Petite France, which is a cosy neighbourhood consisting of a gingerbread bakery, holiday shops, and timbered fairy-tale buildings.

Skiing in the Snowy Peaks

This destination is renowned for its world-class ski resorts in the Alps. If you want to get a great deal on your board and lodging, the chalet featured on this site is your best bet. Aside from being accessible to from the Geneva International Airport, it is also near Morzine and Lake Leman. For bookings, get in touch now with this self-catering accommodation.

So, bundle up now and experience the French winter. Au revoir!