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Échappées Belles 2006

Status
Returning Series
First Aired
September 30, 2006
Last Aired
June 27, 2026
Format
20 seasons · 703 eps
Total Runtime
~1054.5 hours (90 min/ep)
Highest Rated Episode
S11E5 "Episode 5" (★ 10/10)
Created By
Stéphane Bouillaud
Network
France 5
Where to Stream
France TV Amazon Channel
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★ TMDB users: 7.8/10 from 2 votes NR Documentary 20 seasons · 703 eps Returning Series
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What is Échappées Belles?

Échappées Belles is a French weekly television magazine that has been broadcast on France 5 since September 30, 2006. The show airs on Saturdays in the early evening and offers viewers a mix of travel and discovery content.

Type
TV series
Year
2006
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
703
Runtime
90 minutes
First aired
Sep 30, 2006
Last aired
Jun 27, 2026
Original language
FR
Origin
FR
Networks
France 5
Genres
Documentary
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 7.8/10 from 2 votes
Format
20 seasons · 703 episodes
Episode runtime
~90 minutes
Status
Returning Series
Network
France 5
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France TV Amazon Channel
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Échappées Belles is a French weekly television magazine that has been broadcast on France 5 since September 30, 2006. The show airs on Saturdays in the early evening and offers viewers a mix of travel and discovery content. It features a rotating team of presenters including Sophie Jovillard, Jérôme Pitorin, Ismaël Khelifa, Tiga, Sabine Quindou, Théo Curin, and Anto Cocagne. Each episode provides audiences with an opportunity to explore different destinations and cultures through immersive storytelling and personal encounters. The program typically runs for 90 minutes, focusing on escapism and global exploration. Over the years, it has become known for its relaxed presentation style and informative approach to showcasing various international locations. The series continues to be a staple of French Saturday evening programming, maintaining a consistent slot on France 5.

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“This French weekly magazine series explores diverse global destinations through the eyes of its rotating presenters.”

Reasons to watch
  • diverse global locations
  • multiple unique perspectives
Keep in mind
  • episodic format may lack narrative continuity

Watch it if you enjoy immersive travel documentaries that highlight cultural discovery.

The program is suitable for general audiences interested in discovery and travel.

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Season 11 · 40 episodes Open the complete Season 11 guide & lore primer →
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Season 13 · 38 episodes Open the complete Season 13 guide & lore primer →
Season 14 · 31 episodes Open the complete Season 14 guide & lore primer →
Season 15 · 41 episodes Open the complete Season 15 guide & lore primer →
Season 16 · 38 episodes Open the complete Season 16 guide & lore primer →
Season 17 · 36 episodes Open the complete Season 17 guide & lore primer →
Season 18 · 34 episodes Open the complete Season 18 guide & lore primer →
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Frequently asked questions

What is the show about?

It is a French weekly magazine series focused on travel and discovery.

When did the show premiere?

The series began broadcasting on September 30, 2006.

Who presents the program?

Presenters include Sophie Jovillard, Jérôme Pitorin, Ismaël Khelifa, Tiga, Sabine Quindou, Théo Curin, and Anto Cocagne.

On which channel is it aired?

The show is broadcast on the channel France 5.

How often are new episodes released?

The program is released on a weekly basis, airing on Saturday evenings.

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