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Four cross-country articles draw on France: comparisons, roundups and route planning that set its places against their neighbours. Every one links to our full France guide (opens in a new tab), 130 destinations deep.
ItinerariesOctober 12, 2026 · 8 min read
Strasbourg, Colmar and Basel Christmas Markets: 2026 Dates
Opening dates 2026: Colmar 23 Nov, Basel 26 Nov, Strasbourg 27 Nov. Direct trains link all three, and any day from 27 Nov to 23 Dec catches every market.
ComparisonsSeptember 7, 2026 · 5 min read
Basque Coast: Spain or France? San Sebastián vs Biarritz
San Sebastián, Bilbao and Santander against Biarritz, Bayonne and Bordeaux: beaches, pintxos, the Guggenheim and wine, side by side for a week on Biscay.
RoundupsSeptember 5, 2026 · 6 min read
Alpine lake towns across four countries
A comparison of lake towns in Austria, Switzerland, and France for trip planning.
ComparisonsSeptember 5, 2026 · 4 min read
Italian Riviera vs. French Riviera
Compare four coastal towns from Genoa to Antibes. See which fits your travel style, from exclusive villas to urban ports.