International Network
Les Plus Beaux Villages de la Terre
We are part of the international network Les Plus Beaux Villages de la Terre, which brings together national associations of the world’s most beautiful villages and promotes the exchange of experiences, quality tourism, and heritage preservation.
Currently, the network has 7 official member countries:
🇫🇷 France
Les Plus Beaux Villages de France — Since 1982. The pioneering association that gave rise to the global network.
🇧🇪 Wallonia (Belgium)
Les Plus Beaux Villages de Wallonie — Since 1994. The most charming villages in the French-speaking region of Belgium.
🇮🇹 Italy
I Borghi più belli d'Italia — Since 2001. One of the largest networks with hundreds of certified villages.
🇯🇵 Japan
The Most Beautiful Villages in Japan — Since 2005. The network’s expansion into Asia.
🇪🇸 Spain
The Most Beautiful Villages in Spain — We have been part of the network since its inception.
🇨🇦 Quebec (Canada)
Les Plus Beaux Villages du Québec — Since 1998. The most beautiful villages in the Canadian province.
🇨🇭 Switzerland
Les Plus Beaux Villages de Suisse — Since 2015. Picturesque towns in Switzerland and Liechtenstein with exceptional heritage.
The international network coordinates efforts to share best practices, promote responsible tourism, and champion the value of small rural communities with exceptional heritage.
Observer countries
In addition, several countries participate as observer members, in the process of joining the network:
- 🇱🇧 Lebanon — Official website
- 🇷🇺 Russia — Official website
- 🇨🇳 China — Official website
- 🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina — Official website
- 🇩🇪 Germany — Official website