Here is our range of independent walking holidays in France
These holidays give you maximum flexibility as you travel at your own pace. Our independent walking holidays in France let you set off whenever youre ready, choose when and where to stop for lunch, and plan the day around your own personal agenda. We have both single centre independent walking holidays and hotel-to-hotel independent walking holidays - from Brittany in the north, to Burgundy and Alsace, to the sun-drenched landscapes of Provence - and plenty of other options too! Simply follow the links below for further information on any independent walking holiday in France.
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Cassis & Les Calanques
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Independent walking holiday in France | Hotel-to-hotel | 2 boots
A fabulously varied, moderately challenging, independent walk starting from the beautiful university town of Aix-en-Provence and taking in the spectacular turquoise coast of picture-postcard Cassis and its world-famous Calanques.
Departures: JFMAMJJASOND
Alsace Wine Trail
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Independent walking holiday in France | Hotel-to-hotel | 1 boot
Very easy walking through flower-festooned villages taking in feudal castles, churches, forests and vineyards. Fantastic bird spotting and panoramic views of the Black Forest, Vosges Mountains and famous Route du Vin.
Departures: JFMAMJJASOND
Chablis Vineyards Walk
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Independent walking holiday in France | Hotel-to-hotel | Upper 1 boot
This relaxed walk follows in part the route St James took en route to Compostela, and covers a gently rolling landscape of forests, farmlands, river valleys and fields full of poppies. Highlights include ancient Auxerre and mediaeval UNESCO-listed Vezelay.
Departures: JFMAMJJASOND
Chateaux of the Loire Walk
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Independent walking holiday in France | Hotel-to-hotel | 1 boot
This gentle hotel-to-hotel walking holiday is a fabulous introduction to the Loire Valley and follows a triangular route linking the great royal chateaux of Chambord, Cheverny, Amboise and Blois. Warm, friendly hotels and great regional cuisine.
Departures: JFMAMJJASOND
Dordogne Gastronomic Walk
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Independent walking holiday in France | Hotel-to-hotel | 2 boots
This gastronomic walk explores the limestone cliffs, wooded valleys and beautiful mediaeval villages that are so unique to France's Dordogne. World famous pre-historic sites and fine local wines add a further dimension to a stay here.
Departures: JFMAMJJASOND
Fruits of the Forest Walk
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Independent walking holiday in France | Single centre | Upper 1 boot
This independent holiday is based at a family-run converted mill in the rural heartland of Poitou Charente. It's untouched walking country, rich in flora and steeped in history. No single supplement on any date.
Departures: JFMAMJJASOND
Gastronomic Walking in the Tarn
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Independent walking holiday in France | Single centre | All walking levels
This single centre holiday provides some of the finest walking in France including hiking the Tarn and Jonte Gorges, Aven Armand and in the Cevennes National Park - where you'll find 4000+ flowers including 80 different orchids.
Departures: JFMAMJJASOND
Heart of the Pyrenees Walk
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Independent walking holiday in France | Hotel-to-hotel | Choose 2 or 3 boots
With both moderate and challenging walking options on offer each day, this superb high level mountain hike takes in dramatic gorges, beautiful lakes and traditional mountain villages unchanged over the years. Friendly, simple hotels throughout.
Departures: JFMAMJJASOND
High Alps Walk
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Independent walking holiday in France | Hotel-to-hotel | 3 boots
A high level challenging hotel-to-hotel walk following well signed footpaths and affording stunning views of Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn and the Swiss Alps. Over 1200 varieties of wild flowers and excellent bird spotting opportunities.
Departures: JFMAMJJASOND
Landscapes of the Luberon
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Independent walking holiday in France | Hotel-to-hotel | 1 boot
This easy walking route explores Provence's archtypical Luberon National Park, a landscape of dazzling ochre cliffs, olive orchards, lavender fields and stunningly beautiful perched villages. Highlights include the picturesque villages of Gordes, Bonnieux and Roussillon.
Departures: JFMAMJJASOND
The Emerald Coast Walk
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Independent walking holiday in France | Hotel-to-hotel | 2 boots
Brittany's Emerald Coast boasts some of the most stunning scenery in Europe, yet is relatively untouched by tourism. It's a landscape of pink-gold cliffs, deserted poppy-fringed beaches and traditional friendly Breton villages.
