The Champs-Élysées stretches nearly two kilometres from Place de la Concorde up to Place Charles de Gaulle, where the Arc de Triomphe stands tall. It’s a great spot for a stroll any time of year and comes alive during major celebrations like Bastille Day or New Year’s Eve. Each July, the final stage of the Tour de France races down this famous avenue.

If motorcycles fascinate you, the Ducati Museum, on the outskirts of Bologna, is a must. At the Ducati Factory, you can see the history of this world-famous brand from the year of 1926 until today. You can also join the factory tour, just make sure to book in advance.

In Rodez there is not only a self-guided walking tour of the old city centre, but also several paths and hiking trails outside the city, on the beautiful countryside in the area of Aveyron. You will find different levels of difficulty and length but all of them have stunning views and breathtaking nature in common.

The Jardin du Luxembourg is one of Paris’s most beloved green spaces, situated in the 6th arrondissement and home to the French Senate. Commissioned by Marie de’ Medici in the 17th century, it’s a mix of manicured lawns, flowerbeds, fountains, and shady promenades. Locals come here to run, read, sail toy boats on the pond, or just sit and watch the world go by — from students and chess players to kids on the playground and politicians on their lunch break. The Luxembourg Palace sits at its centre, and the Medici Fountain remains one of its most photographed spots.