Skip the lines in Paris and visit these picturesque towns and villages, where the crowds are fewer and the pace is slower.

Castles, with their mix of history, glamour and culture, can be a highlight of any European vacation. But take heed, young families! Trips to castles might sound inherently kid-friendly, especially ...

This castle that dates to the 12th century rises majestically from 210 acres of parkland in the southern part of France’s Lorraine region, not far from the historic village of Domrémy and the ...

NORTHERN BURGUNDY, France — Deep in a forest of France's Burgundy region, a group of enthusiasts is building a medieval castle the old-fashioned way — that is, with tools and methods from the late ...

In the old quarter of a Breton town, a routine construction project turned into a rare encounter with the Middle Ages.

Struggling for a last-minute holiday season gift idea for the person who has everything except their own ancient castle in France? Well for just $55, you can now buy them one. OK, not quite the whole ...