Our selection of romantic accommodation and activities

Got a special occasion to celebrate, or simply fancy a getaway for two? Discover our selection of romantic accommodation in Les Plus Beaux Villages de Francecharming properties with tasteful décor, including châteaux, Provençal farmhouses and restored historic houses – all sure-fire choices for a romantic break!

Romantic reveries on the banks of the Loire

Near Saumur, where the waters of the Cher meet those of the Loire, three villages vie for the title of the most romantic: Fontevraud-l’Abbaye and its imposing abbey, Montsoreau and Candes-Saint-Martin which invite you to indulge in romantic reverie on the banks of the Loire. Whether you’re staying at the Domaine de Mestré hotel in Fontevraud or the Château de Candes-Saint-Martin, your romantic getaway exploring these villages will be idyllic.

A wellness weekend for two in Auvergne

How can you combine fine dining, nature, heritage and wellbeing? By booking a romantic break in the Cantal, in Marcolès, Salers or Tournemire. From cheese to Salers beef, from the green landscapes of the Cantal to the black stone of the villages, you’ll fall in love with this cosy destination. The hotels in Salers and Tournemire also feature a wellness area or a spa. All you have to do is choose the village!

A romantic weekend in the heart of the Périgord

The Périgord bastide of Monpazier (Dordogne) charms visitors with its compact size and wide variety of shops and craftspeople. To make your stay perfect, treat your loved one to a hot-air balloon ride and soar over the châteaux of the Dordogne together. Are you afraid of heights? Then head back down the Dordogne on a gabarre boat trip.

Just a few kilometres away, Belvès also offers its share of unusual activities for couples, and its ‘boudoir’-style hotel on the high street is the perfect place to enjoy a romantic getaway for two.

Provence: the perfect romantic weekend getaway

Provence, the quintessential romantic destination, where the scent of lavender fills the air and the radiant sunshine warms the heart. But some places are more romantic than others! Here are our recommendations.

For a romantic getaway in the Luberon, book a stay in Gordes, in the Vaucluse. Its legendary (and magical) viewpoint captivates every visitor.

Near the Enclave des Papes, in Drôme Provençale, Grignan and its château, dedicated to the Marquise de Sévigné and her correspondence, provide the ideal setting to declare your love. The charming cottages at Clair de la Plume or Ferme Chapouton are sure to be the perfect setting for your romantic weekend getaway.

Further south in the Var, Cotignac and its shaded square will welcome you as a couple at the Hôtel Lou Calen, a historic hotel where Joe Dassin loved to stay.

Finally, Les Baux-de-Provence (Bouches-du-Rhône), which bears the name of Provence, invites you to a romantic weekend where you can enjoy its narrow streets, where time seems to have stood still, and the innovative and romantic cultural experience of the Carrières de Lumière. The 4* Mas de l’Oulivié hotel, far from the crowds and at the foot of the village, will be your Provençal love nest for the duration of your stay.

From the Maures Mountains to the Gulf of Saint-Tropez

In the Maures Mountains, between the harbour of Bormes and the Gulf of Saint-Tropez, choose your own atmosphere. Bormes-les-Mimosas with its flower-filled alleyways, or Gassin with its view of the gulf. Whichever you choose, village life and the proximity to the Mediterranean make these two destinations sure-fire choices for a romantic getaway!

A romantic weekend in the Côte d'Or

Overlooking the Auxois plain and the Burgundy Canal, 3 hours from Paris, Châteauneuf boasts a rich heritage centred around its château.

A little further north, near Alise-Sainte-Reine, Flavigny-sur-Ozerain and its famous sweet, which contains an aniseed at its centre, charms lovers.

The Basque Country at its heart

Experience love in the heart of the Basque villages of Sare,Ainhoa or La Bastide-Clairence. Whether you’re staying in the 4* surroundings of the Arraya Hotel (a 16th-century Basque house) or Maison Oppoca, or in the cosy haven of the Perbos 1556 guesthouse in La Bastide-Clairence, you’ll make the most of your stay for two, whether it’s hiking up the Rhune or over in Navarre, Spain, discovering the sport of Basque pelota, or browsing the shops and workshops – or at the Venta Dantxaria, just across the border.

Elsewhere in France – treat yourselves to a magical getaway

If you’re looking for some peace and quiet during a romantic weekend, book the cosy retreat at Studio Blanc in Lagrasse (Aude). A guaranteed immersive experience right next to the abbey! Another option: a hotel room at Le Groom, a tower near Aubeterre-sur-Dronne (Charente), where you can fully enjoy the tranquillity of the Charente countryside, less than a 15-minute walk from the lively market town of Aubeterre-sur-Dronne and its monolithic church.


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