The name of the new ‘Favourite Village of the French people’ has just been revealed on the eponymous TV shows hosted by Stéphane Bern. Located in Isère, this charming medieval village truly has ...

Nestled between Lyon and Grenoble in southeastern France, Saint-Antoine-l’Abbaye is famed for its Gothic abbey, cobblestone streets, and centuries-old stone houses. The medieval gem was recently ...

Ridley Scott has a thing for Monpazier. After first filming "The Duelists," starring Harvey Keitel, in the southwestern French town in 1977, the British director returned for 2021’s medieval tale, ...

We went because: For the charming medieval towns and the Roman bridges and aqueducts, as well as for a trip back into history, Roman and medieval. Don't miss: Walking around the medieval perched ...

The French countryside offers some of the most enchanting and picturesque towns and villages in all of Europe. Historically significant and culturally rich, they each have unique architecture and ...

While millions of tourists descend on European capitals every summer, drawn to the glamour of Paris, Rome, and Venice, some of the continent’s most magical destinations remain tucked quietly away from ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

France is replete with a rich history that lies within the walls and atop the hills of its ancient cities. Spectacular to see from a distance and fascinating to visit, these well-preserved places ...