Allez au contenu Allez à la navigation Allez à la recherche Change language

Roland-Garros: the French Open

Event

Roland-Garros: the French Open

From 22 May to 10 June, the world tennis elite will be meeting on the famous clay courts of Roland-Garros in Paris. This event is one of the four Grand Slam competitions.
The Dune of Pilat

Factsheet

The Dune of Pilat

Discover the dune of Pilat, a huge sand fortress dominating Arcachon Bay, as far as the eye can see, and the gorgeous Landes forest. It is a Mecca for both hiking and windsurfing, lying between the Atlantic Ocean and southwest France, with high winds and very favourable gastronomic influences!

Wines and labels

Factsheet

Wines and labels

Nearly 2000 years' worth of history and an extraordinary combination of landscapes, expertise and soils... French vineyards fill rich and complex wine lists, and here are some of the key varieties.
Museums in Paris

Slideshow

Museums in Paris

How can you meet with Delacroix, Courbet, Picasso and Brancusi? By taking your time, following your inclinations and going round the galleries of the museums in Paris.
65th Cannes Film Festival

Event

65th Cannes Film Festival

The Croisette is ready for its close-up! The 65th Cannes Film Festival runs from 16 to 27 May 2012. This year's jury President: Italian Nanni Moretti.
Jean-Marc Ayrault

Factsheet

Jean-Marc Ayrault appointed as Prime Minister

Jean-Marc Ayrault, Member of Parliament and Mayor of Nantes, was appointed as Prime Minister on 15 May 2012 by the President of the Republic, François Hollande.
  • Page next