44 MONT SAINT-MICHEL


As it celebrates an astonishing 1,000 years of history, Chloe Govan explores this iconic island abbey off the Norman coast


64 CANAL DU MIDI Sophie Gardner-Roberts enjoys a cruise on one of France’s best-loved waterways


70 GERS


Justin Postlethwaite heads to the Gers where he fi nds beautiful villages, leisurely meals and an altogether easier pace of life


76 HAUNTED FRANCE Leah Rottier braves some of France’s spookiest properties which are scarily good to visit… if you dare!


90 PROVENCE GETAWAYS Jennifer Ladonne looks at some of the best new addresses in Provence as well as some classic locations for the discerning traveller


94 DEUX CHARENTES


Dominic Bliss explores the coastal charms and rural idylls of the neighbouring departments of Charente and Charente-Maritime


REGULARS 8 LETTERS & PHOTOS


Readers’ news, views and pictures of France


12 LES INFOS & WHAT’S ON The latest news and events from the Hexagon


26 LA CULTURE Our pick of must-see exhibitions and shows 32 HOW TO BE A PARISIAN


Stephen Clarke contemplates the true cost of the 2024 Paris Olympics


42 WHERE TO STAY A selection of France’s best accommodation


80 LOVE FRANCE 60


SPECIAL SUBS OFFER 119


SUBSCRIBE TO FRANCE TODAY 20


SAVE MONEY WHEN YOU TAKE OUT A SUBSCRIPTION!


Actress and writer Carol Drinkwater wonders what will become of her olive farm


82 PUZZLES & LANGUAGE Put your language skills to the test with our selection of puzzles and prize mots croisés


88 REVIEWS A look at the latest books and movies 110 GREEN FRANCE The latest developments in eco-tourism 112 REGIONAL NEWS ON THE COVER


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The latest political and cultural news and views from across France


130 LE DERNIER MOT Kristin Espinasse on the dance of life Oct/Nov 2023 FRANCE TODAY ❘ 5


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