Where does your French immersion stay take place ?

Nîmes, city of Art and History

The heritage of Nîmes is absolutely remarkable. Unlike many French towns, it’s history and architecture illustrate its Roman origins.

Your French immersion homestay in France will stay in the South of France, in Nîmes, a city located next to Le Pont du gard, between the cities Montpellier and Avignon, and between the regions of Provence and Mediterranean Sea. During your stay, you will discover the beauty of South France and all the picturesque small quaint villages that comprise the scenic region of Provence. The goal of this program is to attach meaning and feelings to the French language, which can only be achieved through the understanding of France’s cultural, architectural and culinary heritage.

The heritage of Nîmes is absolutely remarkable, and unlike many French towns, it is one based on Roman origin. Nîmes is full of ancient roman structures and remains which are in exceptional condition, such as the l’Arena (1st Century), la Maison Carrée (1st Century UNESCO World Heritage site), la cathédrale (15th Century), le jardin de la fontaine (18th Century) or Musée de la Romanité.

Nîmes : New York times Travel Destination

Seduced by the city of Nîmes, the American journalists of the New York times distinguish a "sunny Mediterranean territory whose charming streets are dotted with Roman monuments", also citing among the assets of Nîmes, architecture, museums and gastronomy. It is therefore urgent to "visit the French Romaine, a nickname that is explained by the most spectacular collection of Roman monuments in Europe outside of Italy."