We have been to France on a few occasions (Paris, Loire Valley, Sarlat, Chartres, Carcassonne, Coulioure) but are looking to return on mid-September 2024 with my brother and his wife for about two weeks. We would have a car.
Are there any regions, and even specific towns, that you might suggest which would offer things similar to say the Lake District in England? Looking for countryside walks, lunch in a town, and perhaps some "smaller" scale sightseeing that might be accessible. A soccer match would be a plus, too. We are happy to move to a new town perhaps 2-3 times during the stay but would prefer to avoid a long (i.e. 4+ hour) drive to relocate.
Thanks for any suggestions.