Most scenic towns and villages in France

Colmar, Grand Est - Picture-perfect Colmar is a visual treat and arguably the prettiest town in France.

Saint-Céneri-le-Gérei, Normandy - Nestling in the countryside near Alençon and set on either side of the Sarthe river is seductive Saint-Céneri-le-Gérei.

Gordes, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur - Perched on the slopes of Monts de Vaucluse, Gordes is a typical Provençal hilltop village.

Roussillon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur - Roussillon is noted for the nearby ochre deposits found in the clay surrounding the village, which helped put this magical destination on the map.

Annecy, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes - Annecy is a town in Haute-Savoie treasured for its gentle sloping hills and crystal clear canals that wind their way through the streets:

Carcassonne, Occitanie - Carcassonne is also wine territory, surrounded as it is by the famous vineyards of Languedoc.

Rocamadour, Occitanie - Seemingly chiseled out of solid rock, Rocamadour, in France's Lot department, stands out with its jaw-dropping views over the Alzou canyon.

Èze, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur - Perched on a hilltop like an eagle's nest and overlooking the shimmering French Riviera below is the quaint village of Èze.

Vézelay, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté - Crowned by the landmark 12th-century Vézelay Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Troyes, Grand Est - Troyes is situated within the renowned Champagne wine region.

Amiens, Hauts-de-France - In fact classified as a city, Amiens nonetheless exudes a delightful town character.

Bayeux, Normandy - After you've marveled at the 11th-century tapestry bearing its name, Bayeux deserves further exploration of its historic core.

Rochefort-en-Terre, Brittany - With its film set looks and yesteryear charm, it's no wonder Rochefort-en-Terre is designated a "Petite Cité de Caractère."

Château-Chalon, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté - Château-Chalon is one of the gems found in the Jura mountains.