Lovers of fine wines and gourmet food, you’ve come to the right place to choose your next destination, whether for a weekend break or a longer gastronomic holiday! Sample the wines of our local terroirs, savour the regional French cuisine, or even hunt for and taste truffles… Whatever the season, the Plus Beaux Villages de France are brimming with activities and culinary gems to discover during your stay. Here are just a few…
Our top picks for a memorable break centred on wine and fine dining
For a bistro or gourmet experience
From bistronomic restaurants to Michelin-starred establishments, these venues are sure to treat you to some culinary surprises! The chefs at these restaurants know how to work with the finest local produce and transform it into exquisite dishes. What’s more, most of these establishments also have hotel rooms to accommodate you. So, what are you waiting for? Book your next gourmet break today!
Auberge de la Tour
Restaurant
Description
The chef at this restaurant, Renaud Darmanin, is sure to delight your taste buds with his flavourful cuisine, which showcases the flavours of the Cantal region.
Be sure to sample his specialities, which feature local chestnuts, river fish and porcini mushrooms.
Opening periods
- From 01/01/2026 to 12/31/2026
Address
place de la Fontaine
15220 MARCOLÈS
La Petite Grange
Restaurant
Description
This bistronomic restaurant, with a menu created by a Michelin-starred chef, is also a tea room, perfect for a gourmet break. You can also purchase takeaway options for a gourmet picnic!
Opening periods
- From 01/01/2026 to 12/31/2026
Address
17 rue Edouard Marty
15310 TOURNEMIRE
La Table de Mestré
Restaurant
Description
From Tuesday to Saturday, chef Jean-Baptiste Porquet welcomes you to one of the two dining rooms at the Domaine de Mestré for dinner, where you can enjoy a set menu offering a choice of four starters, main courses and desserts.
Opening periods
- From 01/01/2026 to 12/31/2026
Address
lieu-dit Mestré
49590 FONTEVRAUD-L'ABBAYE
Le Clair de la Plume
Restaurant
Description
Booking is strongly recommended at this Michelin-starred restaurant, which has recently had its menu revamped by chef Glenn Viel and has also been awarded a green Michelin badge.
Opening periods
- From 01/01/2026 to 12/31/2026
Address
2 place du Mail
26230 GRIGNAN
Le Jardin Secret
Restaurant
Description
Le Jardin Secret, located within the Lou Calen hotel, is a socially conscious restaurant that has been awarded a Michelin Green Star in recognition of its commitment to sustainable gastronomy.
It also serves the intimate Provençal cuisine of chef Benoît Witz, which is deeply rooted in the local Var region.
Opening periods
- From 01/01/2026 to 12/31/2026
Address
13 rue de l'Araignée
83570 COTIGNAC
Le Pavé d'Auge
Restaurant
Description
Located beneath the market hall in Beuvron-en-Auge, the gourmet restaurant Le Pavé d'Auge and its chef, Adrien Haye, offer the very best of Normandy cuisine.
Entre créativité et terroir, le chef ne choisit pas et offre les deux dans ses plats. Choisissez votre menu, en 2 temps, en 3 temps ou en 5 temps, et laissez-vous porter par l'expérience culinaire qui vous attend.
Opening periods
- From 01/01/2026 to 11/20/2026
Address
Le bourg
14430 BEUVRON-EN-AUGE
Le Puy Tilleul
Restaurant
Description
This fine-dining restaurant, part of the Hôtel de la Borie d'Helipse, offers refined cuisine inspired by seasonal and locally sourced produce.
Michelin-starred chef Xavier Taffart has teamed up with Olivier Cloteau to create a menu that tantalises the senses and celebrates the excellence of local produce at L’Aquarelle, his restaurant in Charente-Maritime. In the dining room, Caroline Cloteau shares her passion for fine ingredients with guests. She ensures that every meal is a culinary discovery. The entire team invites you to embark on a gastronomic journey, where each dish tells the story of their love for the local terroir and authentic flavours.
Opening periods
- From 02/14/2026 to 12/31/2026
Address
5 Chemin du Moulin
15310 TOURNEMIRE
Restaurant Arraya
Restaurant
Description
Derrière les murs épais du XVIème siècle ou à l'abri des regards sur la terrasse du jardin, la cuisine de l'Arraya met en avant les produits du terroir basque, entre terre et mer.
Opening periods
- From 04/01/2026 to 11/16/2026
Address
Place du Village
64310 SARE
Restaurant du Vieux Pont
Restaurant
Description
Head to the right bank of the River Aveyron to visit this renowned, Michelin-starred restaurant. Nicole and Bruno's regional cuisine showcases the finest local produce, offering dishes that are both authentic and full of flavour.
Opening periods
- From 01/03/2026 to 12/31/2026
Restaurant Garrigue
Restaurant
Description
Drawing inspiration from Provençal traditions and produce sourced from local farmers, Clémence Bellemin and Nicolas Seibold serve delicious, hearty dishes.
Opening periods
- From 01/20/2026 to 12/29/2026
Address
69b boulevard des platanes
84240 ANSOUIS
Restaurant Le Bailliage
Restaurant
Description
The chef offers a bistronomic dining experience designed to introduce guests to the local produce of the Cantal region. The restaurant is located at the entrance to the village.
Opening periods
- From 02/03/2026 to 11/10/2026
Address
31 rue Notre-Dame
15140 SALERS
For a truffle-themed weekend
Head to Lot-et-Garonne, to Penne-d’Agenais, where Bernard and Philippe will share their passion for truffles with you during a guided tasting tour.
For your stay, we recommend staying at the Norpech holiday cottages and guest rooms, not far away in a lush green setting, where you’ll be surrounded by farm animals.
Gîtes Norpech
Chambre d'hôte
Description
Discover the charm of the Agen region at Norpech, a 15th-century farmhouse. With four distinctive holiday cottages, four guest rooms and wellness facilities, Norpech offers a generous, relaxed and gourmet getaway.
Opening periods
- From 01/01/2026 to 12/31/2026
Address
820 Route de Norpech
47140 PENNE-D’AGENAIS
France Truffes - Ferme Trufficole
Visite de ferme
Description
In Penne-d'Agenais, truffles are savoured with passion. Enjoy a sensory experience blending local terroir, tradition and fine dining when you meet the truffle farmers.
Opening periods
- From 01/01/2026 to 11/30/2026
Address
266 Route du Merle
47140 PENNE-D’AGENAIS
Why not take the Alsace Wine Route®?
Visit the Alsace Wine Route® with our partners in the villages ofEguisheim, Riquewihr, Bergheim or Mittelbergheim, in the heart of the Alsatian vineyards.
Distillerie Staehly
Viticulture, boissons, distillerie
Description
At this small-scale, wood-fired distillery, Maryvonne and Maurice continue the family tradition of home distilling. Come and discover the traditional methods used to produce authentic spirits!
Opening periods
- From 01/01/2026 to 12/31/2026
Address
5 Rue du Maire Witzig
68750 BERGHEIM
Domaine Armand Gilg
Vins
Description
The family-run estate in Mittelbergheim invites you to visit its 16th-century cellars. Why not seize the opportunity to sample their Alsace wines and crémants, which are made using organically grown grapes?
Opening periods
- From 01/01/2026 to 12/31/2026
Address
2 rue Rotland
67140 MITTELBERGHEIM
Hostellerie du Château
Hôtel - restaurant
Description
Located in the heart of Eguisheim village, the three-star Hostellerie du Château offers a blend of Alsatian charm and modern comfort. It provides ten cosy rooms, a warm family atmosphere, a gourmet breakfast and an ideal location on the Wine Route.
Opening periods
- From 01/01/2026 to 12/31/2026
Address
2 rue du Château Saint-Léon
68420 EGUISHEIM
Le Manoir des Sens
Chambre d'hôte
Description
Située dans un écrin de nature près du bourg de Thannenkirch, mais sur la commune de Bergheim, le Manoir des Sens se veut un espace convivial et de bien-être, d'où vous pourrez découvrir à pieds le Haut-Koenigsbourg ainsi que le massif de Taennchel.
Address
annexe Thannenkirch21 route du Haut-Koenigsbourg
68750 BERGHEIM
Les Gîtes S'Harzala
Meublés et Gîtes
Description
Discover the authentic charm of Alsace in one of these six holiday cottages, awarded 3 or 4 stars by Gîtes de France, in the heart of the picturesque village of Bergheim.
Opening periods
- From 01/01/2026 to 12/31/2026
Address
5 Rue du Maire Witzig
68750 BERGHEIM