France – an intriguing land
You don’t have to travel far beyond the Channel ports to feel like you are in the heart of rural France. Venture further, though, and you will discover a very varied country in terms of its culture, history, gastronomy and landscapes.
These range from the vineyards and enchanting villages of
Burgundy, to the Mediterranean landscapes surrounding the remarkably engineered
Canal du Midi, which leads from spectacular Carcassonne to the glittering sea.