A series of forest fires are currently devastating areas in both Southern France and Northern Spain, prompting concerns for tourists in affected regions.

A researcher highlights that 11,000 hectares have burned in southern France this early in the summer, a scale not seen in at least 20 years, emphasizing the need for new land-use policies.

Large wildfires are raging in southern France, leading to the evacuation of over 10,000 people from affected areas. Authorities are battling the blazes as residents are forced to flee their homes.

Large wildfires are raging in southern France, leading to the evacuation of over 10,000 people from affected areas. Authorities are battling the blazes, and Tour de France organisers have banned spectators from stage three due to the fire in the Pyrénées-Orientales region.

A wildfire, fanned by fierce winds and extreme heat, consumed 540 hectares of scrubland in the Gard department of southern France, leaving villagers anxious about the aftermath.

In the Vésubie valley in southern France, specialists used a white hot air balloon to repair power lines that had been damaged by lightning, successfully completing the challenging task.

Thousands of people have been evacuated in Southern France due to raging wildfires. The fires have caused injuries and significant destruction, with residents describing the situation as 'hell'.

Romanian firefighters have intervened in support of French authorities to extinguish a forest fire near Pouzols-Minervois in southern France, with strong winds complicating their efforts amid extremely high temperatures.

Dylan Lee, son of Pamela Anderson, has married Paula Bruss in a private ceremony in Southern France where guests were prohibited from taking photos.

The Centre des Monuments Nationaux (CMN) is promoting cultural initiatives to encourage travelers to rediscover the historical castles and fortified walls of Occitania in southern France.

Viktorija Siegel is sharing breathtaking images from her vacation in southern France, showcasing her captivating image and expensive outfit in Cannes amidst luxurious restaurants and shopping.

The anticyclone is settling in for the weekend, bringing widespread sunshine across most of France and rising temperatures, with strong heat expected in the south.

Chaos erupted in Antibes, southern France, when a truck on a main road was involved in a serious accident, leading to a massive 23-car pile-up within seconds. Initial reports indicate significant damage and potential injuries.

The largest ever attempted fusion experiment in Southern France is one module away from a significant milestone. It involves a 1,000-ton superconducting magnet, capable of lifting an aircraft carrier.

A former bank director in southern France has been accused of forcing his former partner into prostitution and abusing her for seven years.

Production has wrapped in Southern France for Lola Quivoron's psychological thriller "El Dorado," with Paris-based Films du Losange acquiring international sales rights.

Nine Belgian students were injured in an accident involving a bus and a truck near Bollène in southern France. Police are currently searching for the truck driver involved in the incident.

The well-known nudist resort Cap d'Agde in southern France is drawing criticism from locals who report open sexual activity during daylight hours and a perceived shift in the resort's atmosphere.

A French high-tech mission is using a remotely operated submarine to explore a 16th-century shipwreck 2.5 kilometers deep off southern France, delicately recovering brightly colored ceramic treasures and uncovering its secrets.

The anticyclone is losing intensity, leading to more unstable weather in the south of France on Wednesday, April 22, with clouds bringing showers and localized thunderstorms in mountainous areas by late day.

An invasive species of 'horror ants,' known for their particularly painful, electric-shock-like sting, has been reported in the Var department, near Saint-Tropez, in southern France.

A new theme park based on the popular Japanese anime 'Naruto' has opened its doors to visitors in southern France.

A storm with wind gusts up to 131 km/h swept through the Bouches-du-Rhône and Var regions of France, causing widespread damage including torn roofs, cut roads, and fallen trees, and injuring one person.

A major police operation in southern France, dubbed 'Operation Octopus,' led to the arrest of 42 individuals suspected of belonging to the Mafia DZ criminal organization, according to the Marseille prosecutor's office.

At the start of Lent, men dressed as rampaging creatures pursue women through medieval villages.

Wildfires in Southern France have reignited, causing extensive destruction, injuring 16 people, and forcing thousands to evacuate.

A family from County Galway narrowly escaped a wildfire that ravaged a campsite in southern France, destroying their accommodation, rental car, and most of their belongings.

A large wildfire in the Pyrénées-Orientales region of southern France has led to the evacuation of 10,000 people and prompted Tour de France organizers to ban spectators from a stage.

Romanian firefighters on mission in southern France intervened overnight to prevent a vegetation fire from spreading to homes in the Trévillach – Montalba-le-Château area, working alongside local teams under difficult conditions.

Seven departments in southern France are under an orange heatwave alert this Sunday, with temperatures expected to reach 40°C. Sunny conditions are forecast across most of the country, except for regions bordering the English Channel and Belgium.

Firefighting efforts are ongoing for numerous forest fires spreading across France. Thousands of people have been evacuated as the blazes continue.

A 17-year-old boy died from injuries sustained last week after being assaulted by a group of peers in Narbonne, Southern France. Five young individuals have since been detained and charged with attempted murder.

A start-up in southern France is using sterilized male mosquitoes to reduce invasive tiger mosquito populations in urban areas, aiming to decrease insect numbers and disease risk.

A heatwave originating from the Iberian Peninsula and Southern France, where temperatures already exceeded 35 degrees Celsius, is expected to move into the Alpine region this week.

Ryanair has introduced a new direct flight route from Croatia to Marseille, offering tickets from 17 euros, providing an opportunity to explore southern France.

An article offers a glimpse into the life's work of artist Anselm Kiefer, visiting his extensive studio grounds located in Southern France.

Cap d'Agde in southern France has long been known as the world's largest naturist resort. In recent years, reports indicate a growing number of swingers are also being attracted to the destination.

The liberalization of rail services in southern France, exemplified by Transdev's operations between Marseille and Nice, is being examined for its potential implications and lessons for Portugal.

Public consultations have commenced in southern France for the ambitious H2Med hydrogen pipeline project, which aims to transport green hydrogen from Spain to other parts of Europe. This marks a significant step forward for the massive energy infrastructure initiative.

The world's largest nudist resort in Cap d'Agde, southern France, is reportedly being overwhelmed by international swingers engaging in sexual activity on the beach.

A lavish, star-studded wedding took place in Southern France, uniting Kyiv businessman Niko Lomia, co-founder of IT company Spribe, and Ukrainian model Nika.

The highly invasive electric ant is continuing to spread in southern France, posing a significant threat to local ecosystems due to its painful sting and potential to displace native species.

A couple was arrested in a small village in the Alpes-de-Hautes-Provence, France, suspected of psychologically manipulating numerous followers while operating as a self-proclaimed 'apostle' guru.

Gold bars, coins, and Rolex watches, among 350 items seized by courts in southern France, are set to be auctioned in Marseille by the Agency for the Management and Recovery of Seized Assets.

Left-wing and right-wing extremist parties are celebrating successes in France's municipal elections. The LFI (La France Insoumise) could win in Roubaix and Lille in the second round, while right-populist parties show strength in Southern France.

The upcoming municipal elections are seen as a prelude to a political duel between Raphaël Glucksmann and Jean-Luc Mélenchon, who are campaigning in southern France to support their respective candidates and highlight their strategic differences.

Often treated as a cursory stop on road trips in southern France, Nice shines when you slow down. Think Old Town markets, heritage craftsmen, socca snacks and long bistro nights.

In southern France and northern Spain, the "unusually strong" storm Nils uprooted trees, flooded roads, and left thousands without power.

A wildfire in southern France has forced the evacuation of more than 10,000 residents from their homes. Emergency services are working to contain the blaze and ensure public safety.

A Dutch owner of a campsite in Southern France was forced to evacuate and flee his property, describing the situation as 'dramatic'. The specific reason for the evacuation was not detailed.

A Greek forest firefighting team has been deployed to southern France, where it is actively engaged in operations against two separate forest fires. This marks a double mission for the Greek contingent.

A travel advisory has been issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Romanian citizens planning vacations in southern France. The announcement aims to inform travelers of potential concerns in the region.

Six departments in southern France are under a 'very high risk' of fires this Wednesday due to a persistent and worsening soil drought, following over two months of significant rainfall deficits.

An investigation into the death of schoolgirl Lyhanna in southern France revealed failures by prosecutors and police in handling previous child rape allegations against the suspect, sparking calls for reform.

The discovery of two fake weapons in a luxury car stopped in Switzerland in June 2025 triggered international investigations. These probes have now culminated in raids across southern France, leading to the dismantling of a smuggling network.

The holidays of 47 Belgian tourists in southern France have turned into a fiasco due to multiple interruptions in water supply at their hotel, leaving them eager to return home.

Two men have been charged with 'aggravated rape' and 'kidnapping of minors' and placed in provisional detention after a 13-year-old girl was discovered in an apartment in Narbonne, southern France.

Students in Southern France experienced vomiting and fainting in classrooms due to extreme temperatures reaching 53 degrees Celsius, as a heatwave affects large parts of Western Europe.

A former bank director in Southern France has been convicted for forcing his ex-partner into prostitution for seven years, with the victim reporting hundreds of clients.

A travel piece recounts a trip by rail to one of the most charming market towns located in the south of France.

A new book by photographer Matthieu Salvaing showcases the wild marshlands and unique salty culture of the Camargue region in southern France, offering a visual celebration of its beauty.

Residents of Cap d’Agde, a famous nudist resort in southern France, are protesting against swingers who have reportedly taken over the area and are engaging in public sexual acts on the beach.

Residents at Cap d'Agde, the world's largest naturist resort in southern France, are complaining that the area has been overrun by swingers engaging in extreme public sexual activities.

Angelina Jolie is seeking to postpone the civil trial concerning the Château Miraval vineyard, valued at over $160 million, which she co-owns with her ex-husband Brad Pitt in Southern France.

Switzerland plans to introduce more train services connecting to the south of France, enhancing cross-border travel options.

A pensioner in Southern France shot down a drone flying over his property, believing it was being used by burglars for espionage. The drone, however, had a different, legitimate purpose.

The trial of the DZ Mafia criminal organization in southern France is reportedly chaotic, with concerns that it may turn into a judicial fiasco.

US also sees active few days of severe convective storms, while record breaking heat recorded in parts of South Africa On Monday 9 March, severe thunderstorms affected parts of southern France, with several departments including Hérault, Var, and the Alpes-Maritimes put under yellow alert for heavy rain. Some of the heaviest rainfall totals came from a cell that passed over the Var department. Examples of high rainfall totals taken from some private weather stations come from the towns of Car...

The Pyrénées-Orientales, Aude, and Languedoc-Roussillon are preparing for a period of heavy rainfall starting Thursday.

The Cathars (Albigensians) were a dualistic religious movement active mainly in the 11th–13th centuries in southern France (Languedoc) and Italy, considered a heresy by the Catholic Church.