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The Pyrenees village where Napoléon III and Victor Hugo went to bathe

The thermal spa village of Cauterets has a long history of welcoming France’s famous names, who came to relax and enjoy its stunning scenery

The French hills are just the tonic after a bustling summer

Autumn is the perfect time to explore the hidden villages and charming cities, mountain vistas and outdoor activities of France’s main magnificent and varied mountain ranges

How reimbursed health stays at thermal spa centres in France work

Doctors and specialists can prescribe a stay at a spa centre for a wide range of health conditions with most of the costs, including travel, partly reimbursed. We explain

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Doctors in France can prescribe a thermal spa break

GPs in France can prescribe 18 days at a thermal treatment centre for patients with a wide range of complaints

The medicinal benefits of spas

Spas are more than just relaxing

Time to splash out on a spa break

The French take their health very seriously and can even get a spa break prescribed by their doctor. Samantha David looks at spa options from luxury detox to value family escapes

Spa

The Pyrenees village where Napoléon III and Victor Hugo went to bathe

The French hills are just the tonic after a bustling summer

How reimbursed health stays at thermal spa centres in France work

Doctors in France can prescribe a thermal spa break

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