Where to go on vacation with your dog in France?
Are you looking for where to go with your dog in France? What places to visit in France with your dog? Corsica, Jura, Cassis, Alps, Somme, Normandy, Millau, Biscarrosse or even Brittany! Discover great destinations for your holidays with your dog!
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And if this summer you go on vacation with your dog in France? Our beautiful country has so many wonderful dog-friendly destinations to discover, that I bet that by the end of this article, you will have your head full of desires for your next vacation with your dog.
I always said to myself that before leaving to visit the whole world with my dog, I would like to take a tour of all the wonders that we have at home, in France! After all, if France is the first tourist destination in the world, there is a reason… Our country is rich. Heritage, Landscapes, Gastronomy, let me show you some of its secrets... In this way, you will spend a great holiday with your dog in France.
Follow me for this little guided tour of the dog-friendly corners of France where you can go on vacation with your dog… Corsica, Franche-Comté, Cassis, the Alps, Millau, Nîmes, Biscarrosse or even Brittany… the choice is vast !
Corsica with her dog
To begin our overview of dog-friendly destinations to discover with your dog, let's go to Corsica ! Between breathtaking landscapes, dream beaches, mountains and top-flight gastronomy, Corsica really has everything the ideal place for your holidays with your dog in France.
There are many dog-friendly beaches and magnificent hiking trails with sea views cross the entire island of beauty, such as the mythical GR20 that our Wouafer's Thomas and Laura have traveled with their two huskies. An incredible adventure to live with your dog, provided you are super well prepared. This is not a trail for Sunday hikers in flip flops! Discover: The GR20 with his dog, a Corsican adventure that has to be earned!
To take a breath of fresh air with your dog, head to Corsica! Remember to book your crossing on board Corsica Ferries; they accept dogs on board.
To discover this destination in detail, I invite you to read: Go to Corsica with your dog & Enjoying your holidays in Corsica with your dog; two articles full of good advice shared by two Wouafer's who have returned from vacation on the beauty island.
Franche-Comté and Jura with your dog
If you prefer mountain destinations and with few tourists, then I invite you to discover with your dog Jura and Franche-Comté! Here you can play sports with your dog in the middle of nature! And yes, the region lends itself to it!
Between vineyards, mid-mountains, natural lakes, mountains and green plains, you can go dog-biking, cani cross, cani-canoe, cani-paddle and many other sporting outings with your dog. Exercising with your dog, it's a bit like a religion in the Jura and in Franche-Comté!
A word of advice, don't miss it. Lake Chalain, The Ilay Lake or Poudrey chasm as well as the famous Hedgehog waterfalls. Besides, I talk to you in more detail about these lakes in the article. The top 10 of the most beautiful dog-friendly lakes in France.
Tips from Musher and Sophie: –” To find out more about this wonderful destination, I invite you to read: Discover Franche-Comté and the Jura with your dog. "
Cassis with her dog
For sun and beach lovers and for whom holidays are not real holidays without long hours of basking in the sun, discover Cassis with your dog. A tourist town and no less charming with its historic alleys and its old port.
Not to be missed: the famous creeks of Cassis, the creek of Port Miou, the creek of En Vau and that of Port-Pin, but also magnificent hikes to share on the heights of the city. As for activities, let yourself be tempted by a canoe trip with your dog at Lokayak, a dog-friendly rental company!
Surprisingly, for a very touristy town, Cassis is rather dog-friendly! A good destination to remember for your next getaways in the sun…
Tips from Musher and Sophie: –”To know everything about Cassis with his dog, I invite you to discover the article: Visit Cassis with your dog for a week's vacation.” Want to go to the beach? Discover it Top 5 dog-friendly beaches in the Bouches-du-Rhône ! "
The Alps with your dog
If you are looking for the freshness of the mountains for your summer vacation with your dog, the Alps are a destination Too W'ouf! The Alps are 82 peaks over 4 meters, spectacular views, unspoiled nature, and above all the magnificent Mont Blanc, culminating at 000 meters above sea level. A grandiose destination that once again reminds us of how small we are. A great lesson in humility and a great breath of fresh air!
In the Alps, in summer, I recommend: long hikes, bivouac with your dog, day walks, road tripss… This is an opportunity to be closer to nature with your dog. This is how you can enjoy 100% of the wonders of the mountain. Be careful to preserve it by leaving nothing in your way! Also respect the fauna and flora, tie your dog if the rules of your route require it so that it does not disturb species in full nesting for example.
Want to discover the Alps with your dog? These few articles should inspire you…
A successful holiday in the Alps with your dog,
I take my dog to the mountains,
Holidays in Morzine in the Alps with your dog,
Tips from Musher and Sophie: –” Before making you discover the next destination, a small material point is essential. To go hiking with your dog, think about his equipment: harness, leave alone ou longe, bag of packs, first aid kit, water, foldable bowl… Make sure your dog is comfortable and safe. The mountains are magical, but the weather conditions can change in a few minutes and surprise you. Anticipate these phenomena well so as not to take any risks with your dog!”
The Somme with her dog
If you want a 100% dog-friendly destination in France to go on vacation with your dog, I have what you need! Destination the Somme in Picardy!! History, culture, pretty towns, activities, in short, everything to make your stay with your dog a wonderful one. You will be charmed by the Baie de Somme, wild landscapes, vertiginous cliffs, beaches... A change of scenery guaranteed in the Somme!
The Baie de Somme is one of the most beautiful bays in the world!!! But the Somme has even more to offer! You will love the activities to do with your dog! Many walks are to be done with your dog such as the Fisherman's Trail, Royon trail, the discovery trail of the Authie dune. If you like going to the beach with your dog, then Quend-Plage is the destination made for you! Discover the dog-friendly beach of Quend-plage, to the delight of doggie! The Hâble d'Ault bird sanctuary is an activity that you can do with your dog, you will have the pleasure of discovering many species of birds! Of course, Amiens and its hortillonnages are a must if you are staying in the Somme with your dog!
I can't list all the 100% dog-friendly activities that you can do with your dog in the Somme because the list would be too long... But if you want to know more about this furry destination, I'll let you discover 3 articles Too Woof: The Somme with a dog: a dog-friendly destination not to be missed, What to do in the Somme with your dog? et The Baie de Somme with a dog.
Discover Millau and Aveyron with your dog
Millau with your dog, it's THE ideal sport and nature destination, perfect for filling up on outdoor activities! Millau is in fact the destination for hiking with your dog, canoeing with your dog, snorkeling with your dog and to discover an exceptional site, an architectural masterpiece: the Millau Viaduct.
Millau is a real little paradise where it is good to relax with the family and enjoy the holidays together. A few ideas for activities to do with your dog in Millau: hiking on the Larzac ledges, descending the Gorges du Tarn by canoe or paddleboard with your dog, or even visiting the Château de Peyrelade with your dog... But this n This is only a very small part of the activities to do in Millau and surroundings... To discover everything, I invite you to read Millau and its surroundings with a dog where Tsingy and Laetitia reveal all their favorite secret places.
Nîmes with his dog
For lovers of heat and sun, what sunnier destination than Nîmes to hang out with your dog during a week's vacation? Shhhhhhh, close your eyes and listen… You can hear them already, can't you? And yes, the cicadas will be there for your holidays! Welcome to the Suuuud!
On holiday in Nîmes with your dog, wander around the narrow streets of the historic center as you wish. Immerse yourself in Romanity by strolling through the Gardens of the Fontaine with your dog or by discovering the Maison Carré and of course the fabulous arenas of Nîmes. Let yourself be charmed by its inhabitants with a big heart. Take a walk in the Camargue… Whatever you do, you will go from discovery to discovery!
It is a charming city with a melodious accent, a rich heritage and which knows how to welcome dogs! What more could you ask for on your family vacation?
To learn more about this destination, discover the articles: A great holiday in Nîmes with your dog et Go on holiday in Nîmes with your dog co-written with Wouafer's from Nîmes: Valérie and Only & Gaëlle and Ojhi.
Biscarrosse with his dog
Head to the Landes for a holiday with your dog! Biscarrosse is a destination that has it all! The sun, the Atlantic Ocean, the lakes, water sports, hiking, outdoor sports… Biscarrosse is a multi-faceted destination that will appeal to young and old alike… And your dog, W'ouf course!
In Biscarrosse with your dog, you can access many dog-friendly beaches, enjoy endless walks at sunset, take advantage of all kinds of nautical outings: canoeing, paddleboarding, swimming, water games and a bit of idleness. also (like all good self-respecting holidays) …
Moreover, for this summer, I challenge you to try surfing with your dog !
The essentials of Biscarrosse with his dog are clearly: the Biscarrosse lake, the Latécoère site and the tree climbing park of Bisc'Aventures ! But not only… Discover all the little secrets of Biscarrosse to discover with your dog in the article written by Havana and Sabine: Enjoying a great holiday in Biscarrosse with your dog.
Normandy with its dog
Gastronomy, sea, nature, countryside, cliffs… you will love going on holiday in Normandy with your dog. In Normandy, there is no shortage of activities to do with your dog! Hikes, walks, beach, paddle, everything to make your dog feel good and stretch his paws thoroughly! Did you know ? Normandy is the region with the most dog-friendly beaches in France! Pebble or fine sand beaches, the choice is yours! And the beaches that accept dogs in Normandy are real beautiful beaches, large and wild. Not the less pretty little bits that we “refurbish” to dog owners because no one else wants to go there…
If you like the alliance between countryside and seaside, go to Normandy! Moreover, for cycling enthusiasts, know that there are many cycling routes to test with your dog. Besides if roaming by bike with your dog in Normandy tempts you, I recommend that you read the article of the same name! An article full of advice and tips for going on a road trip with your dog! Too wow, isn't it? And Eloise, interviewed on her return from a cycling holiday in Normandy, also shared the article The Flax Cycle Route with his dog, another great route to discover by bike with your dog.
Tips from Musher and Sophie: –”Discover the English Channel and its dog friendly beaches in our Channel travel guide with a dog ! "
Brittany with her dog
And since I always like to save the best things for last, follow me Britain. I take you to my favorite corner of France and with your dog. ? Fine sandy beaches, magical cliffs, an incredible coastal path, half-timbered houses, stone houses, magical forests full of trolls, cider, galettes, fresh fish, shellfish, Breizh cola … pfffiou you will not have enough of all your holidays to do everything and taste everything!
Brittany with its dog, it's the insurance to share holidays Too W'ouf! And I know what I'm saying! I go there every year and every year, I fill up with happiness. But this year, the Covid will have got the better of our Breton holidays. Too far from home, we won't be able to stock up on iodine this time… My dog and I are already yearning to find the incredible beaches of Finistère.
In Brittany, holidays promise to be active and rich in visits: Ushant island, Mont St Michel, Gardens Brocéliande, boat crossings to the island of Bréhat… To discover my favorite destination, hop hop hop, it's here: Go to Brittany with your dog.
QUALIDOG-certified accommodation
Discover a selection of QUALIDOG-certified accommodation with your dog! Travel with peace of mind by choosing to book with our QUALIDOG-certified partners. Whether they have obtained one or four truffles with the label, they have one thing in common: that of loving your animals!
Musher and Sophie's tips:- “Brittany wins you over! Find the Top 5 beaches accessible to dogs in the Morbihan and in Côtes d'Armor ! "
I hope these destination ideas have piqued your curiosity and sparked your interest when it comes to booking your vacation for this summer!
If you are still not satisfied, then discover accommodation throughout France that welcomes dogs ! I am sure that by looking carefully, you will find the ideal accommodation that will correspond 100% to your expectations!
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