Book an exciting family getaway this winter in France

France is a delightful destination all year round, but nothing quite captivates like winter. Magical chateaux, quiet sandy beaches and fun, family-friendly cities provide the perfect setting for a wintry getaway. Treat yourself to family vacations  with these top French hotel destinations. 

Christmas traditions from Paris to Poitiers 

Paris provides a truly magical family vacation in France with dazzling Christmas lights, markets, and museum events. Enjoy a cozy stay at Hotel Codalysa in Torcy, a sublime suburban neighborhood just 10 minutes from Disneyland Paris. Kids will adore the leafy surroundings and fresh continental breakfasts before the quick rail journey into Central Paris for a day’s sightseeing. Soak up the bombastic light shows of the Champs Elysées or browse the festive finery at Paris' Marchés de Noël. 

Historic Rouen is a Christmas highlight with bustling market stalls and light projections across a towering Gothic cathedral. Stay at the delightful Hotel Éden in the city’s northern quarters. The warm, bed-and-breakfast feel ensures that families feel right at home in this leafy corner of the city. Poitiers also oozes tradition with plenty of festive allure. Several high-tech attractions, including Espace Mendès-France and Futuroscope, are a sure hit with children. Book a hotel near Futuroscope with Hotel Alteora, a well-provisioned, tree-flanked stay close to the thrilling theme park. 

Rural retreats from Provence to Ain 

The South of France beckons winter sun chasers with its quiet promenades and spectacular coastal scenery. Aix-en-Provence is a chic university city tucked away from the Côte d'Azur. Christmas markets bustle in the main square with hand-carved nativity scene Santons. Stay at the historic Hôtel Maison Arquier, built to house workers on the marvelous Aqueduc de Roguefavour that towers over the Arc River nearby. The interiors perfectly blend tradition with contemporary elements. 

In rural Montrevel-en-Bresse, a picture-postcard medieval village from the pages of a fairytale, Hôtel Le Pillebois provides a winter respite with swimming, cycling, and dining on-site. Warm and vibrant interiors are an ideal setting for fun family vacations in the heart of Ain. Nearby Bourg-en-Bresse and Lyon provide delightful winter day trips with traditional markets and lights amid delightful medieval lanes. 

Book a winter escape to one of the best places to visit in France with your family. Glittering Paris with its eye-catching window shopping and the festive theme parks of Disneyland or Futuroscope await! Book your stay with Originals Hotels for a magical family vacation.