Highlights of France

Golden beaches, perfect pastries, rolling vineyards and romantic city streets

  • Perfect for family summer and winter holidays
  • Indulge in the many culinary delights
  • Enjoy golden beaches on the southern coast
  • Tour a vineyard and enjoy local wines and spirits
  • Explore the Eiffel tower, the Louvre and Versailles

French excellence in all its glory

From the elegant streets of Paris to the rolling vineyards of Bordeaux to the golden southern coastline, discover the true art of living in France. This rich and beautiful country has something for every traveller, from romantic city breaks and gourmet vineyard tours to ski trips and all-inclusive holidays by the sea.

Rich in culture

A visit to the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre or Versailles is a must, but venture further afield and you’ll discover a wealth of art, history and adventure perfect for family-friendly holidays and cultural getaways. Explore a real fairy tale castle with the kids at Mont St-Michel, take a fragrant stroll through perfume history at the Fragonard Museum, or get star-struck at Cannes’ La Croisette boulevard.

A culinary delight

Unleash your inner foodie with a gastronomical tour of France’s countless local specialities. Try delicate oysters on Oléron Island or tapenade and anchoïade in Provence. Treat the kids to colourful macarons, sticky eclairs and creamy mille-feuille on your family holiday while the adults enjoy local cognacs, wines and champagne.

Facts of France

Direct Flying Time: 2 hours
Time Difference: 1 hour
Currency: Euros
Best months to visit: May - Sep
Well Known for: Culture heritage, gastronomy and history
Languages: French

Our resorts in France

Indulge in an unparalleled travel experience by visiting France with Club Med, where every moment becomes a treasure trove of memories. Embark on a journey that offers diverse climates and captivating landscapes. You can experience cold winters and warm summers in the Northern & Central parts, while the south of France beckons with even hotter summers, making it a prime example of why you should visit France in summer. With Club Med's expertly curated all-inclusive packages, you'll find yourself immersed in the epitome of luxury and relaxation, allowing you to savor every breathtaking vista and cultural gem. Whether you're exploring the vibrant cities or unwinding on the sun-drenched shores, France's allure combined with Club Med's impeccable hospitality creates an escapade that's simply beyond compare.

La Palmyre Atlantique

Set in the Charente Maritime region, Club Med La Palmyre Atlantique blends beautifully with the typically French seaside. Close to the Charentais vineyards, the salt marshes of the Île d'Oléron and La Palmyre Zoo, this nature-focused resort is perfect for active beach holidays with friends or family in the South of France.

Opio en Provence

Club Med Opio en Provence sits in a private olive grove in the dreamy hillsides above Cannes, creating the perfect backdrop for rejuvenation. With its own golf course, tennis school and a circus skills playground, this rural resort is ideal for relaxing all-inclusive family holidays and sporty getaways in Provence.

Vittel Ermitage

Enjoy an all-inclusive golf break in a historic Art Deco hotel at Club Med Vittel Golf Ermitage. At the foot of the 18-hole Mont-Saint-Jean golf course, this resort makes an elegant setting for golf holidays and relaxing country breaks in France.

France Weather

Monthly weather averages in France & Corsica

France generally enjoys cool winters and mild summers. In the Alsace, you’ll find cold winters and hot summers, while along the Mediterranean coast you can expect glorious summers and even a few palm trees.

The best time to visit France is during July and August, with average highs of 25°C on the mainland and 27°C on the island of Corsica. The sunniest month is July, with 8 hours of sunshine on the mainland and 12 hours on Corsica.

France weather

Summer Months

Minimum temperature

Maximum temperature

Sunshine

Rainfall

May

11°C

20°C

6h

26mm

June

14°C

23°C

6h

24mm

July

16°C

25°C

8h

22mm

August

16°C

25°C

8h

21mm

September

13°C

21°C

8h

16mm

October

10°C

16°C

5h

25mm

Winter Months

Minimum temperature

Maximum temperature

Sunshine

Rainfall

November

6°C

11°C

2h

22mm

December

3°C

8°C

2h

26mm

January

3°C

7°C

1h

18mm

February

3°C

8°C

2h

22mm

March

5°C

12°C

2h

24mm

April

7°C

16°C

5h

25mm

Corsica weather

Summer Months

Minimum temperature

Maximum temperature

Sunshine

Rainfall

May

11°C

21°C

9h

40mm

June

14°C

25°C

11h

19mm

July

16°C

27°C

12h

11mm

August

17°C

27°C

11h

20mm

September

14°C

24°C

9h

44mm

October

12°C

21°C

6h

87mm

Winter Months

Minimum temperature

Maximum temperature

Sunshine

Rainfall

November

9°C

18°C

4.5h

95mm

December

6°C

15°C

3.5h

70mm

January

5°C

14°C

4.5h

60mm

February

4°C

14°C

5.5h

55mm

March

6°C

16°C

7h

55mm

April

8°C

18°C

7.5h

65mm

Discover France

Your holiday in France: enjoy the art of all-inclusive

France is full of surprises and landscapes from the provincial green of Ballons des Vosges, to the beautiful surroundings og Corsica, and the Atlantic shoreline. Over the course of the seasons, you will sense the charm, excellence, and art de vivre of France, letting you escape from your daily life.

Explore France's varied landscapes

Begin your all-inclusive stay in France by experiencing the fresh air of Provence and Côte d’Azur. After arriving at Club Med Opio en Provence resort, enjoy the calm waters of Pampelonne beach and its 4.5 km stretch of sand, only 1 hour and 30 minutes away. Whilst travelling along the French roads, make sure you don't miss the beautiful scenery of the Massif de l'Esterel with blood ochre orcky peaks. From the mountains of the Ballons des Vognes and its Natural Park, admire the outstanding views over the French Riviera. Here, you can relax in the heart of a calm and harmonious massif with high mountain lakes and clear waters. In Corsica, just 1 hour and 30 minutes from the Club Med Sant’Ambroggio resort, you can discover one of best locations that the Isle of Beauty has to offer, the Canyons of the Verghellu, with jumps, toboggans and zip lines that will get your adrenaline pumping. Last but not least, France has plenty of landscapes to offer with over 6,000km of coastline. On the invigorating Atlantic shoreline, you'll be delighted with the wide range of water sports.

French excellence in all its glory

This natural diversity is a wonderful heritage to which several traditional practices are attached. In Charente-Maritime, amongst the grapevines, discover the land of Cognac. At Grasse, 15 minutes from the Club Med Opio en Provence resort, breathe in the fragrances of the Fragonard Museum and take a stroll through the history of perfume. From Grasse, head for Cannes to appreciate the extent of the Croisette boulevard. This taste for luxury finds its purpose at Bordeaux, the land of wine. During your stay in France, be part of the French art de vivre in the City of Wine, at just 1 hour and 30 minutes from the Club Med La Palmyre Atlantique resort.

All-inclusive holidays: let France stir your senses

If wine tempts your taste buds, your all-inclusive stay in France will reveal your inner foodie with countless local specialities. Let your culinary curiosity wander. On Oléron Island, the oysters are simply delicious. In the salt marshes, a pinch of salt from Ré Island compliments fish just as well as it does caramel. In Provence, during your stay at Club Med Opio en Provence resort, your meals exude Mediterranean flavour, from olive oils and tapenade to anchoïade. For a detox take of a gourmet break, head for the Vosges and enjoy the benefits of the Vittel mineral sources, or treat yourself and give in to the temptation of kouglof, a traditional Alsace cake. Your holiday in France will awaken your senses…

Discover our resorts in France

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