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Four Magical Places in France That Few Tourists Know About

Wild horses. Oyster farms. Fondue with a view. These lesser-known spots in France are pure magic.

Hiking in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains.

Source: Leading Hotels of the World 

Despite its density of storybook towns, international travelers have long relied on a circuit of tried-and-true favorites in France: Paris, Bordeaux, and the Côte d’Azur.

The following four regions are no secret; the French, and some smart Brits, have long understood their appeal. But they have largely escaped international attention beyond that, leaving them blissfully free of crowds. With new five-star hotels and train routes improving accessibility, that may not be the case for long. Book now, before your friends catch on.