Geography
Forest weather, fire risks and wildfires
With droughts becoming increasingly frequent, the forest weather service helps us anticipate the risk of fire and adopt the right habits in our daily lives. Take a closer look at this tool for preventing fires in France, with maps and links.
Predict and monitor flooding on the River Rhône with Vigicrues
Flooding along the River Rhône is a regular occurrence, varying in intensity depending on natural rainfall throughout the seasons. What tools are available to forecast and monitor the river’s flow and rising water levels?
Nobody lives here, 32% of France is empty?
Did you know that almost 32% of the surface area of mainland France is unoccupied and uninhabited? Zoom in geographically with the map of uninhabited areas in the regions and territories.
On the black roads?
Discover in text, map, video and links the spirit of walking in France, On the black roads, Sur les chemins noirs in french.
The Saint-Dié-des-Vosges International Geography Festival
Every early autumn, Saint-Dié-des-Vosges is transformed into an open-air university: a free festival that brings together nearly 40,000 participants, researchers, authors and the curious, to explore the world through maps, ideas and terrain.
Map of France of eternal pollutants (PFAS)
PFAS, also known as eternal pollutants, are very persistent chemical substances that are present everywhere, including in water in France. Find out more about the state of play, the health risks and the unique national mapping tool for a better understanding of this pollution.
Map of water restrictions in France
At a time when every drop counts, VigiEau is becoming the public compass, providing real-time information on water restrictions for different audiences, as well as tips on how to save water. Free of charge, geolocated and fed with official data, the site provides simple, accurate information.
France’s southern motorway (A75)
The A75 motorway links Clermont-Ferrand (Puy-de-Dôme) to Béziers (Hérault), crossing the Massif Central from north to south. Around 340 kilometres long, it forms part of a wider north-south route linking Paris to the Mediterranean via the A71 to the north and the A9 to the south. Nicknamed the Méridienne in reference to its direction. A…
Wines and vineyards of the Rhône Valley: Guide to AOC vintages and appellations
The Rhône Valley is one of the most renowned wine-growing regions in France and Europe. The wines produced in the vineyards are characterised by their great diversity and are protected by the AOC (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée) and AOP (Appellation d’Origine Protecte) labels.