The importance attached to wellness is getting more and more important in the everyday life. We need to take care of ourselves in this stressful life before our body sends us warnings that our way of living is too exhausting.
It is thus not surprising that wellness and healthy trips are becoming a huge trend in the tourism industry. The idea that while visiting a country, the tourists can benefit from natural healing; enjoy a relaxing stay where they can take care of themselves; eat well; benefit from treatments and activities that are good for their mind and their body; seduces more and more people. It is also a way to enjoy a simple and slow way of life while visiting the country at their own pace.
Here are 3 reasons why France is definitely a great destination for a relaxing healthy trips:
1. France is the ideal destination for a Spa stays. Thalassotherapy was actually invented in France. Healing with water started with the Roman Antiquity and spring water treatments became very popular in the 19th century to treat rheumatism and obesity. There are now more than 50 internationally renowned centers around the country. Nowadays, the treatments are personalized with high-tech equipments and highly skilled staff: physiotherapists, dietitians, hydro-therapists... French visitors can experience a range of unique treatments such as those that use mineral rich spring water and wine by-products, known as vinotherapy, or relax in the Riviera spas and soak up the Mediterranean climate and sun. There are so many ways to improve health and wellbeing in France, and you also get the chance to indulge in some pampering at the same time. You can stay in a Thalassotherapy resort or in a charming property with a Spa. Many properties have wonderful Spas where they offer treatments but also Yoga and meditation Classes.
2. The second reason is that you will eat well. If you eat gourmet food, you will eat both delicious and healthy food. The French Chefs love to escort their meats with exquisite vegetables. Even people who do not like vegetables will be seduced. Eating well also means taking the time to eat and being conscious while eating. You can spend 2 to 3 hours at the table without realizing it. Eating consciously has been proved by scientists as much better. Conscious eating builds a sense of trust and connectedness. When food is delicious and healthy, you just want to respect it and enjoy a relaxing moment. You can also ask for gluten-free or vegan options, this now getting usual as many French people are growing conscious about how their way of eating can affect their health. Finally, eating organic food is now very common in France. You will find organic food shops and restaurants in every cities.
3. The country offers many wonderful natural parks and reserves to practice outdoor activities. Walking is good for your health, sure! but walking in a preserved natural environment is much more better than walking in a city. France has many preserved areas among which 10 national parks protected by a charter to preserve their biodiversity and natural heritage. France’s protected spaces give you the chance to see exceptional flora and fauna, discover charming mountain villages, hike or cycle. As you know many French people love hiking and cycling. France has many wonderful summits to climb and many wonderful areas to wander. Please check out my previous article if you need some ideas: https://www.inlandfrance.com/post/france-a-great-destination-for-hiking.
Soon coming: a list of 10 places in France that are perfect for a wellness trip.
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