Best Day Hikes France

Stretch your legs away from the city with Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes France and discover 60 easy escapes into nature with maps and directions.

Lace up your hiking boots and experience the freedom of the great outdoors with trails that range from a couple of hours to a full day. Make your way up to the flanks of Puy de Dôme, a sleeping volcano with a breathtaking view; wander the wild rocky coastline of La Côte de Granit Rose; and spot pink flamingos in the marshes of the Camargue.

Inside Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes France:

• Discover 60 escapes into nature on foot that range from a few hours to a full day adventure
• Each hike features easy-to-use maps, detailed directions, difficulty rating (easy, moderate, hard), distance, terrain, start and end points, where to take a break and hiking tips
• Regional profiles provide an overview of the area, local transport, unmissable calendar events, where to stay and the best hikes to complete
• 'Also try' recommendations introduce additional hikes nearby
• 'Our Picks' section highlights the best: view, family, bucket list, wildlife, and pretty village hike experiences
• Local travel experts share their favorite hikes
• Essential 'Toolkit' on arriving, getting around, accommodation, hiking etiquette, health and safety, responsible travel and more
• Covers: Brittany & Normandy, Lille & The Somme, French Alps & Jura, Central France, Provence & the Côte D'Azur, Languedoc-Roussillon, The Pyrenees, Corsica

Set out on foot with Lonely Planet's Best Day Hikes France and explore the breathtaking landscapes of this very special country.