The 2025 poll for France's favourite village revealed Saint-Antoine-l'Abbaye as the winner, captivating nearly 2 million viewers. The contest showcases 14 shortlisted villages, one per region, emphasizing cultural traditions and culinary specialties. Saint-Antoine-l'Abbaye, located in Isère, is renowned for its Gothic abbey, medieval streets, and religious heritage. The second place village, Malestroit in Brittany, is celebrated for its medieval charm along the Nantes-Brest Canal. All the villages are recommended for their off-the-beaten-track appeal and scenic beauty.
The results are out for the 2025 poll to find France's favourite village, showcasing hidden gems from fortified hilltop settlements to quaint fishing villages.
This year nearly 2 million people watched the final, revealing the result of a national poll to crown the 'best' village from a shortlist of 14.
Winner Saint-Antoine-l'Abbaye in Isère, with its Gothic abbey church, retains half-timbered houses and medieval streets preserving its rich cultural legacy.
Malestroit, the second place contender, is known for its picturesque setting alongside the Nantes-Brest Canal and its medieval architecture.
Collection
[
|
...
]