The most beautiful road trips in France?

The Most Picturesque Regions to Visit by Car in France

During the holidays, driving along scenic roads is a true pleasure. Road trips in campervans are booming, and it’s no wonder. France is full of hidden gems. Just hop in your car and let yourself be carried away to make some surprising discoveries. Don’t know where to start? Here are three French regions to explore by car.

Driving Peacefully Along the Bucolic Country Roads of Normandy

Normandy is known for its verdant meadows and tranquil coastline. It boasts exceptional sites, such as Mont-Saint-Michel, the cliffs of Étretat, and the D-Day landing beaches.

This region deserves to be explored by road, as it offers a truly astonishing diversity of landscapes. Its small country roads are ideal for leisurely drives. Around every bend, you’ll discover magnificent manor houses or breathtaking viewpoints. You can also stop at farms or small restaurants. The local cuisine is a real treat. It’s the perfect region for a gourmet week. Don’t leave without trying the Camembert AOC cheese, cider, or teurgoule, a typical Norman rice pudding.

The region offers several scenic routes to follow if you’d like an itinerary:

the Suisse Normande route;

• the Forges and Mines route;
• the historic D-Day Landing Route.
• Discover Alsace via its vineyards

The Alsace Wine Route is a wonderful route through the countryside of the Grand Est region. Following it, you’ll discover a string of picturesque villages, renowned vineyards, and traditional restaurants.

This route stretches from north to south across Alsace. It begins in the Wissembourg region. You’ll have the opportunity to discover the vineyard-covered hillsides around Strasbourg via small country roads.

Heading towards the center of Alsace, you’ll come across imposing castle ruins around every bend. The most famous is Haut-Koenigsbourg. From its artillery platform, you’ll have a majestic panorama of the Vosges Mountains, the Black Forest, and even the peaks of the Alps.

Along your route, don’t forget to stop and visit a winery. Alsatian winemakers generously share their passion for fine wine.

Take the winding roads of Corsica

Corsica has neither highways nor expressways. On the Isle of Beauty, you’ll discover mountain roads, winding paths, and coastal trails. Corsican landscapes are sublime and well worth the effort.

Corsican roads encourage a slow pace. Overtaking is difficult. Taking your time is essential to fully appreciate the spectacular views. It also allows you to discover hidden paths leading to secluded coves.

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