France’s most beautiful villages covered in 4G and 5G

France is a country of small villages, each more charming than the next. With 99% of the population in France covered by Bouygues Telecom’s 4G network and almost 7,000 municipalities already connected to 5G, you can take the back roads with peace of mind and enjoy the most picturesque sites where life is good.

Aubusson

Nouvelle Aquitaine region – Creuse department (23)

Around 3,200 inhabitants

4G – 5G

From its position on the Millevaches plateau, Aubusson’s reputation spreads far beyond France’s borders. The expertise and know-how of its artisans have been passed down through the centuries in the workshops of its “Manufacture Royale” whose world-famous Aubusson tapestries are now inscribed on Unesco’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list. The town’s picturesque narrow streets, turreted houses, old fountains and old stone bridge are a living showcase of its unique crafts. The “Maison du Tapissier”, dedicated to the history and tradition of Aubusson tapestry, as well as the Cité Internationale de la Tapisserie and its remarkable collections, can be found here. There, you can even try your hand in a number of creative workshops and learn to do some weaving with your children!

👉 To learn more about Aubusson’s rich cultural heritage, follow the guide using the Vidéoguide Nouvelle-Aquitaine mobile app, available free of charge for iOS and Android.

Saint-Tropez

Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region – Var department (83)

Around 3,800 inhabitants

4G – 5G

Before becoming the favourite seaside destination of the world’s jet set, Saint-Tropez was a small Provençal village, nestled on a peninsula surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea. From being a base used by privateers in the 16th century, the town became a fishing port in the early 20th century and then, from the 1950s, acquired its legendary and international reputation. Today, people flock here for its magnificent beaches and to gawp at the celebrity mega-yachts moored in the port. However, with its luxury boutiques, petanque matches on Place des Lices, listed citadel and famous movie location Gendarmerie station, underneath all its bling, Saint-Tropez has managed to keep its authenticity.

👉 To get real-time news and an interactive map of shops and restaurants, download the Ville de Saint-Tropez app, available free of charge for Android.

Le Castellet

Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region – Var department (83)

Around 3,900 inhabitants

4G – 5G

Le Castellet, which topped the list of the trendiest destinations for the summer of 2022*, is a fortified medieval village overlooking vineyards, pine and olive groves as far as the eye can see. Behind its walls, listen to the singing cicadas, taste the sweetness of life and hear those warm southern accents. The setting is so authentic that it was chosen for the film of Marcel Pagnol’s “The Baker’s Wife”. But this Provençal village is also famous for its racing circuit. Motor sports enthusiasts flock there for national and international races, such as the “Bol d’Or” or the Formula 1 Grand Prix, which are also the occasion for concerts, exhibitions and events.

👉 Enjoy themed tours to discover the soul of Pagnol’s Provence on the Provence Sud Sainte Baume app, downloadable free of charge for iOS and Android.

Arbois

Bourgogne Franche-Comté region – Jura department (39)

Around 3,300 inhabitants

4G

Arbois is a small town of character in the Comtois region of Burgundy, with a rich historical and cultural heritage. With its Jura Vine and Wine Museum, winegrowers’ houses and prestigious estates, it lies in the heart of the Jura vineyards where the winegrowing tradition is a way of life. And the local « vin d’Arbois » wine, Michelin-starred restaurant and artisan chocolate maker will certainly make you want to prolong your stay to enjoy the delicious local cuisine. Last not but least, you can also visit Louis Pasteur’s family home. Kept in its original condition, it was his own private laboratory where he developed his pasteurisation method. Open to all, you can take part in fun scientific workshops with all the family.

👉 Visit Arbois with the GuidiGO app, available free of charge for iOS and Android.

Saint-Jean Cap-Ferrat

Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region – Alpes-Maritimes department (06)

Around 1,500 inhabitants

4G – 5G

A former fishing village, the hamlet of Saint-Jean once belonged to Villefranche-sur-Mer before becoming one of the French Riviera’s most prestigious seaside resorts. Due to its popularity with the rich in the last century on account of its mild climate, a number of large and luxurious properties were built there, such as the five-star Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, the sumptuous Ephrussi-de-Rothschild palace and its botanical park and the garden of the Les Cèdres villa which belonged to King Leopold II of Belgium. To admire this magnificent location and its palm trees, Aleppo pines and unique natural fragrances, you can take a walk along the coastal footpath that goes around the cape along the seashore or take a boat trip around the peninsula itself.

👉 Learn more about Saint-Jean Cap-Ferrat’s history and wildlife, or just visit the shellfish museum: download the free GuidiGO app for iOS and Android and enjoy interactive family visits.

This summer, get off the beaten track and visit France’s countryside. Thanks to the extensive nationwide coverage of Bouygues Telecom’s mobile network, you’ll be able share your experiences with your friends and family in real time and stay in touch wherever you go on vacation. And to find out if your area is covered by 4G or 5G, check out our network map before you go!