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Cultural Differences Within France
Home » France » France - People and Culture » Cultural Differences Within FrancePosted by Your Guide on May 17, 2006 4:58 PM
France’s regions are so vastly different that the French have their own stereotypes of one another. Those in the cities may view the villagers as simple and unsophisticated, while residents of the country regions may view Parisians as liberal and debauched.
Generally, those in the southern portion of the country (particularly Provence) are characterized as open, friendly, warm, and hospitable, while those in the northern portion (as far up as Normandy) are viewed as more closed-off and reserved. Some credit the geographical relationships as the source of the differences; southern France is close to the lively Italy, while northern France is near the more proper England. Others attribute it to the weather; sunny southern France allows neighbors to get out and socialize, while the rainy north demands shelter and isolation.
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