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or nature lovers, the French Alps and Pyrénées offer some of the best places to visit in France offering year-round outdoor activities within breathtaking backdrops. The French Alps offers incredible opportunities for: hiking, climbing, VTT and e-bike trailriding, to world-class skiing.

The alps boast some of the most magnificent scenery in Europe: awe-inspiring mountains, crystal-clear lakes, rushing waterfalls, and pristine forests. Our local guides can tailor a bespoke itinerary, no matter what your interest combining the perfect mountain activities with gastronomic cuisine, cheese and wine tastings, plus pampering and luxury accommodations from our 5-star resort partners to your own private villa with chef and driver.

In the Alps, a must-visit is Chamonix, a resort area near the borders of France, Switzerland and Italy. At the base is Mont Blanc, the highest summit in the Alps and renowned for its world-class skiing. But it's not just for the winter, year-round, cable cars take visitors up to several nearby peaks with panoramic views, including Aiguille du Midi above town, and Pointe Helbronner, across vast glacier fields on the Italian border. The Alps boast incredible hiking and climbing activities for all ages and levels, with our private guides you can have a bespoke experience tailored to your group or family.

Discover the charming Alpine lakes with opportunities for rafting, canyoning or freshwater fishing with an experienced fisherman all to yourself.

Base yourself near the charming, lakeside town of Annecy, the 'Venice of France' in spring and fall for fresh air, quiet and natural beauty. Our team will design the perfect French mountain escape, no matter the season.

"Founder, Philip Haslett, can unlock the Palace of the Popes at night, unlock most doors in Bordeaux, helicopter you in to hike with shepherds in the Pyrénées, or ensconce you in a chic beachside villa whose guest list looks like the Oscars seating chart."

Our French Alps & Pyrenées Hotel Selections

Discover just a few of our favorite luxury hotels in the French Mountains. Our French Promise team routinely visits and inspects each property personally for our discerning clients.

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