Enjoy the minute holders for the month of April

Where to go on holiday in April
 

Even if you shouldn’t discover yourself in April, sunny days are officially back. Between Easter Monday and school holidays, there are plenty of opportunities to escape from everyday life. Treat yourself to your first sea bath or enjoy the last snow to hit the slopes. To help you choose the dream place for your family vacation, Belambra offers a selection of the most beautiful places in France to go in April.

Out of inspiration where to go in April with your family? Offer your loved ones an iodized getaway by booking a stay by the ocean. From Brittany to the Basque Country via the Charente-Maritime and the Landes, the Atlantic coast offers a variety of landscapes of great beauty.

Ski fans can also enjoy the latest snow by booking a ski holiday in a resort in the Northern Alps. In the middle of nature, admire the snowy peaks and relax in the spa after an intense ski session. 

Good to know: Date of the April school holidays by academic zone 

• Zone A will be on vacation from Saturday, April 19, 2025 to Monday, May 05, 2025; 
• Zone B, from Saturday, April 05, 2025 to Tuesday, April, 22, 2025;
• Zone C, from Saturday 12 April 2025 to Monday 28 April 2025.

Leave in April in the sun

By the sea or the ocean, we have listed for you the best destinations to go in the sun in April.

Holidays on the French Riviera

If you are looking for where to go in April to swim, the French Riviera is the perfect option. Nature lovers will be delighted by staying on the Giens peninsula, in a beautiful natural setting still preserved. Feet in the Mediterranean, fill up on vitamin D in Menton, jewel of the French-Italian Riviera. Soak up the chic beaches of Cannes. Dive into the crystal clear waters of the famous Calanques de Marseille and Cassis.

Holidays in Provence

Without the summer crowds of tourists, Provence is a pleasant region to go on holiday in April. Taste the culinary specialties and visit the authentic villages of the Provençal hinterland. To appreciate the region, stay in the heart of Provence in L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue or Grasse. Lovers of nature walks can walk the various trails of the Verdon regional natural park.

Stays in Brittany

After the cold of winter, relax with your feet in the ocean during a nature getaway in Brittany. Discover the wild beauty of the region. Favorite for the Pink Granite Coast and its surprising pink rocks. Stroll along the Crozon peninsula while observing the local fauna and flora. Guidel, a pretty Breton seaside resort is another option to go in April.

Escapade in Normandy

The Normandy region is one of the essential destinations to go in April with your family. Stroll along the coastline and visit the twin cities of Deauville and Trouville. The charming village of Honfleur and Mont St-Michel are the main tourist attractions in the region. While in Normandy, also take a moving dive into history by reliving the landing on the famous Omaha Beach.

Holidays in Pays Basque

With its mild climate and its many outdoor activities, the Basque Country is a privileged region to go on holiday in April. During your stay, soak up the local culture by introducing yourself to Basque pelota or surfing. Bidart and Guéthary are charming villages where to go in April to swim. Just 40 minutes from Biarritz, plan a trip to San Sebastian in Spain to taste tasty tapas. 

The last minutes to ski in the Alps

Skiing, snow, sledding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing or dog sledding, it is still possible to do a lot of activities in the mountains in April. With family or friends, indulge in your favorite winter sports in a high altitude resort in the Northern Alps. Here is the list of ski resorts to go on holiday in April and be sure to have snow: 

• Les Arcs (1,800 metres)
• Les Menuires (1,850 metres)
• Avoriaz (1,800 metres)
• Les Deux-Alpes (1650 metres)
• Alpes d'Huez (1,860 metres)
• Tignes (2,100 metres)

In the mountains, in the countryside or by the ocean, France is full of incredible places to go in April. To fully enjoy your holiday, opt for an all-inclusive stay with full board and children’s club. Book your April holiday in one of our Belambra clubs located in the most beautiful places in France!

The 3 key points to remember

• Plan your getaway in April during school holidays or the big Easter weekend;
• Enjoy the latest snow by booking a ski holiday in a high altitude resort in the Northern Alps;
• The Côte d'Azur, Provence and the Basque Country are ideal regions to go in the sun in April.