France travel destinations for Toussaint holidays

Several French destinations are highlighted as ideal locations for the Toussaint school holidays. Coastal cities such as Saint-Malo, Biarritz, and Nice offer various activities for autumn travelers.

In Saint-Malo, approximately 2 million visitors are expected for the departure of the Route du Rhum on November 1st, featuring 118 boats and historical maritime exhibits. Biarritz provides surfing lessons on the Côte des Basques, local gastronomy, and visits to the Aquarium and Cité de l’Océan. Nice remains a lively option due to its status as a winter resort city.

For those seeking inland experiences, Aubusson in the Creuse region is noted for its International Tapestry City, which is currently featuring works inspired by Hayao Miyazaki. Additionally, the Béarn region near Pau offers hiking opportunities in the Pyrenees valleys and local culinary specialties such as Ossau Iraty cheese and garbure soup.