Read our guide to the best places to stay in South of France during the summer of 2026. Covering the best hill top villages in Provence, the best beaches on the French Riviera and charming French towns such as Aix-en-Provence, Nimes, Antibes and Cassis; our list is separated into 10 distinct areas of Southern France. We also provide ideas on places to rent in South of France.

If you are coming to Carcassonne on vacation in 2026 and you want some tips on the best restaurants in Carcassonne to eat, we have selected some of the best restaurants in Carcassonne's medieval city and in the town itself. The cuisine in Carcassonne and the Aude region leans heavily on authentic local produce.  

The beautiful medieval castle at Carcassonne is the second most-visited historical monument in France. Carcassonne has an international airport on the North-Western edge of the town, which serves as the gateway to the Aude, Tarn and Ariege departments of Southern France. We have updated our selection of 9 cheap villas to rent within a 30-40 mins drive of Carcassonne airport. These holiday villas offer some great deals on 2026 holidays. With the large number of Ryanair low cost flights into Carcassonne from the UK and Ireland, the local area is a good choice as a base for a family holiday in France during summer 2026. 

No less than 10 Languedoc wines feature in the Sunday Times list of the top wines to buy. The respected Sunday Times wine critic, Janice Robinson, has picked out 10 Languedoc wines in her wine buyers guide for 2010. Beating off stiff competition from Australia, Spain, Chile, South Africa and Bordeaux, the Languedoc wines topped the poll.

We have picked out the 15 amazing French villas with private pools on Go Languedoc to rent during 2026. At Go Languedoc, we personally visit all of the advertised French villas to check that the details are as accurate as possible. We also have a good understanding of the local area and attractions.

2024 promises to be a great year for festivals in the South of France. This is the calendar of festivals & events taking place in France during 2026. The South of France has some excellent festivals that perfectly sum up the relaxed way of life in Southern France.

Find some great deals on family holidays to France for summer 2026 on Go Languedoc. If you are planning your 2026 family holidays in France, then let Go Languedoc help you search for the perfect holiday rental property. We currently have a number of excellent holiday deals for 2026 that are perfect for all budgets and requirements. Many of our owners holding their rental prices at 2020 levels.

Find the best large holiday rentals properties with private pools to rent in 2026 in Dordogne, South West France. This collection of 10 Chateau & large holiday rentals in and around Dordogne, France, provide the perfect base for a family vacation, a get-together with friends or a special celebration.

If you are planning a large family reunion, looking for for a wedding venue or booking a holiday with a group of friends, then this list of 20 large holiday properties in France to rent in 2026, may be just what you need. We highlight some big villas with private pools in the South of France, large group accommodation to rent, as well as some magnificent Chateau rentals in France.