Travelling in France

France is the largest country in the EU

France is the world’s most popular tourist destination
Facts about France
- Official Name: French Republic
Form of government: Republic
Capital: Paris
Population: 67,092,056
Official languages: French
Monetary unit: Euro - Schengen Nation
France is one of the oldest nations on Earth and the most ethnically diverse country in Europe. These deep and broad influences have made France a world leader throughout history in different aspects of culture, including cuisine, philosophy, music, art, film, fashion, literature and sport.
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- French Christmas traditionsFrench Christmas traditions how we celebrate Christmas in France This will be our third Christmas in France and we have picked up on the traditional French Christmas customs pretty easily. While there… Read more: French Christmas traditions
- Never too old to travelAre you ever too old to travel? How to travel when you are “old” You are never too old to travel it doesn’t matter what anyone tells you if you have the… Read more: Never too old to travel
- Most asked questions for Travel to Europe and beyondMost asked questions for travel to Europe and beyond As frequent travellers, we often get asked the same questions over and over again. So I asked the same question of some of… Read more: Most asked questions for Travel to Europe and beyond
- Best Things to do in Saint-Malo Brittany18 of the best things to do in Saint-Malo Brittany As a Canadian, we learnt about St-Malo Brittany and the French navigator Jacques Cartier who was sent by King Francis I to… Read more: Best Things to do in Saint-Malo Brittany
- Best Spas in EuropeThe best spas in Europe from hot springs to wellness Visiting the best spas in Europe is a fantastic way to treat yourself to some indulgent self care and in incredible surroundings.… Read more: Best Spas in Europe
- Tourist traps in Europe and where to go insteadTourist traps in Europe and where to go instead Want to know what to skip in Europe and head to instead? Tourist traps in Europe and the most overrated European cities are… Read more: Tourist traps in Europe and where to go instead
- Spring in EuropeSpring in Europe 25 amazing places to visit Visiting Europe in spring (known as the shoulder season) is a magical experience and my favourite season to explore hidden gems and off the… Read more: Spring in Europe
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- Monet’s Garden Giverny FranceVisiting Claude Monet’s Garden and house Giverny France Visiting Monet’s garden France in the charming town of Giverny officially called the Fondation Claude Monet, in Normandy was a dream of mine for many years.… Read more: Monet’s Garden Giverny France
- A guide to the best lavender fields in Provence France 2024A guide to the best lavender fields in Provence France 2024 A bucket list for France will always include finding fields of Lavender fields in Provence France in the south. This means… Read more: A guide to the best lavender fields in Provence France 2024
- Villages in Normandy 22 of the most beautiful villagesVillages in Normandy 22 of the most beautiful Normandy is full of outstanding landscapes and its beautiful towns and villages make for a brilliant road trip from Paris. These small villages near… Read more: Villages in Normandy 22 of the most beautiful villages
- Normandy Battle Sites: Visiting the D-Day beachesNormandy Landings: Visiting the D-Day landing beaches The Normandy battle sites are a poignant reminder of one of the most significant events in modern history: the Allied amphibious invasion of German-occupied France… Read more: Normandy Battle Sites: Visiting the D-Day beaches
- Northern France things to do and 23 Incredibly beautiful places to visitAn epic Northern France road trip Normandy, Brittany, Hauts de France itinerary Northern France tends to be rather unknown by North American tourists, most will come to France to see Paris or… Read more: Northern France things to do and 23 Incredibly beautiful places to visit
- How to visit Mont St Michel FranceHow to visit Mont Saint Michel Normandy France A visit to Mont St Michel is a trip I dreamed of for many years. It is one of those iconic places that is… Read more: How to visit Mont St Michel France
- Visiting Bayeux France things to do in BayeuxVisiting Bayeux France: things to do in Bayeux Normandy 2025 I have always dreamt of visiting the famous tapestry in France known as the Bayeux Tapestry and when the opportunity came up… Read more: Visiting Bayeux France things to do in Bayeux
- Dinan BrittanyThings to do in Dinan Brittany a medieval French town My writing skills are a bit inadequate to describe a place like the riverfront medieval city of Dinan France. Here you step… Read more: Dinan Brittany
- Food in Brittany: Fall in love with the food of BretagneFood in Brittany: Fall in love with the cuisine of Bretagne Brittany is the most northwestern part of France and one from which many ferries flow back and forth to Ireland and… Read more: Food in Brittany: Fall in love with the food of Bretagne
- William the Conqueror’s Norman CastlesWilliam the Conqueror’s Norman Castles Guillaume le Conquerant – otherwise known in England as William the Conqueror and sometimes William the Bastard reigned England from 1066 until 1087. William the Conqueror’s Norman Castles numbered… Read more: William the Conqueror’s Norman Castles
- Wine tours in Europe the best wine tasting toursWine tours in Europe the best wine tasting tours Europe is renowned for its rich history, stunning landscapes, and world-class food and wine. For wine enthusiasts, there is no better way to… Read more: Wine tours in Europe the best wine tasting tours
- Exploring the beautiful MayenneExploring the beautiful Mayenne region of France The Mayenne department of France is located within the Pays de la Loire region. It is a region that is almost undiscovered by tourists. The… Read more: Exploring the beautiful Mayenne
- French Cheese: 23 amazing types of cheese in FranceCheeses of France a Guide to French cheese French President Charles de Gaulle asked (in 1962), “How can you govern a country which has two hundred and forty-six varieties of cheese?” How… Read more: French Cheese: 23 amazing types of cheese in France
- French Food Culture: The Ultimate Guide to French cuisineFrench Food Culture: The Ultimate Guide to French cuisine Thanks to the world situation in 2020/21 I’ve been meandering my way through France via housesitting and truly enjoying all the French food culture has to offer.… Read more: French Food Culture: The Ultimate Guide to French cuisine
- What to see in Saumur France: the pearl of the AnjouWhat to see in Saumur France: the pearl of the Anjou Saumur France – history, wine, chateaux, mushrooms & caves in the Loire Valley. Saumur France is also known as the Pearl… Read more: What to see in Saumur France: the pearl of the Anjou
- Set-Jetting destinations and tourismSet-Jetting destinations and tourism in Europe As a traveler I’m always seeking out travel inspiration that appeal to both my history obsession and particularly in Europe destinations that involve my favourite films… Read more: Set-Jetting destinations and tourism
- The Palace of Versailles day trip from ParisThe Palace of Versailles day trip from Paris Taking a day trip to Versailles is one of the best things to do in Paris. Built in 1661 and commissioned by King Louis… Read more: The Palace of Versailles day trip from Paris
- Beautiful Chateaux of the Loire Valley14 Most Beautiful Châteaux of the Loire Valley France’s Loire Valley was once home to French royalty from Kings, Queens, Dukes, Marquis, Barons, Lords and their various courts. This incredibly beautiful fertile… Read more: Beautiful Chateaux of the Loire Valley
- 10 day Europe trip itinerary: How to plan your magical trip10 day Europe trip itinerary: How to plan your magical trip We decided to explore Europe through housesitting, but having said this we are lucky in that we have Irish passports which… Read more: 10 day Europe trip itinerary: How to plan your magical trip
- How to plan a trip to Europe: Your epic Europe itineraryHow to plan a trip to Europe: Your Epic Europe itinerary Are you dreaming of embarking on a memorable trip to Europe? Travel to Europe with all its fantastic attractions can be… Read more: How to plan a trip to Europe: Your epic Europe itinerary
- French travel tips your ultimate guideFrench travel tips the ultimate guide and things to know about travelling to France Are you planning a trip to France and looking for some insider tips? Whether you’re headed to Paris… Read more: French travel tips your ultimate guide
- The Best Things To Do In Rennes FranceThe Best Things To Do In Rennes France Rennes in France was a must-visit for me as I wanted to wander the ancient streets with all those glorious coloured half-timbered houses. Rennes… Read more: The Best Things To Do In Rennes France
- Burgundy Pinot NoirBurgundy Pinot Noir: The Heart of Wine Excellence Welcome, wine lovers, to a fascinating journey through the heart of wine excellence: Burgundy’s Pinot Noir. Located in the east of France, Burgundy is… Read more: Burgundy Pinot Noir
- Fabulous France: Visit Lyon, Nimes, and Marseille by TrainFabulous France: Visit Lyon, Nimes, and Marseille by Train Planning a trip to France? If you’ve already been to Paris, you may want to explore more of what France has to offer. But… Read more: Fabulous France: Visit Lyon, Nimes, and Marseille by Train
- Exploring the Charms of Vitré, France: Things to do in VitreExploring the Charms of Vitré, France: Things to do in Vitre Nestled in the heart of Brittany, the medieval city of Vitré, which is a listed City of Art and History, is… Read more: Exploring the Charms of Vitré, France: Things to do in Vitre
- Pros and Cons of Living in France23 Pros and Cons of Living in France from an expat Living in France was a dream I thought would never come true. The thought of fresh croissants and pain au Chocolat… Read more: Pros and Cons of Living in France
- Amboise France exploring the Loire ValleyAmboise France exploring the Loire Valley A lifetime dream to visit Chenonceau and researching the perfect place to stay to visit this spectacular Loire Valley region had me decide on staying in… Read more: Amboise France exploring the Loire Valley
- Château Clos-Lucé: Leonardo da Vinci house FranceChâteau Clos-Lucé: Leonardo da Vinci house France One of the must-see places in the town of Amboise in the Loire Valley is the Chateau Clos Lucé. This is Leonardo da Vinci’s house… Read more: Château Clos-Lucé: Leonardo da Vinci house France
- Chateau Amboise France – jewel of the French RenaissanceChateau Amboise France – jewel of the French Renaissance The royal Château Amboise France is located in Indre-et-Loire, in Amboise. The area of Indre-et-Loire is a French department located in the Center-Val de Loire region. Amboise the town is the… Read more: Chateau Amboise France – jewel of the French Renaissance
- Visiting le Chateau de Chambord France: the ultimate guideUltimate guide to le Chateau de Chambord France– an awe-inspiring Renaissance Castle Le Chateau Chambord (or as we say in English Chambord castle) is one of the most impressive castles and was… Read more: Visiting le Chateau de Chambord France: the ultimate guide
- 28 of The Most Beautiful Bookstores in Europe28 of The Most Beautiful Bookstores in Europe I am an obsessive reader and can go through a minimum of 2 books per week and sometimes more. I am also obsessed with… Read more: 28 of The Most Beautiful Bookstores in Europe
- Sainte Suzanne Mayenne France A Charming Medieval VillageSainte Suzanne Mayenne, France A Charming Medieval Village Sainte Suzanne is a charming medieval village and a Petites Cités de Caractère (Small Towns of Character) located in the Pays de la Loire… Read more: Sainte Suzanne Mayenne France A Charming Medieval Village
- The history of Macarons and where to buy them in ParisThe history of Macarons and where to buy them in Paris Macarons are a HUGE thing in the confectionery world. They are known for their outer crispy texture and scrumptious filling. Could… Read more: The history of Macarons and where to buy them in Paris
- One fabulous day in Menton FranceOne fabulous day in Menton France Menton, a wonderful hidden gem located on the French Riviera, between Monaco and Italy, is known for its sunny weather, Mediterranean atmosphere, fresh seafood, and beautiful… Read more: One fabulous day in Menton France
- Things to do in RouenA Guide to the best things to do in remarkable Rouen Rouen France is an absolutely incredible city, vibrant, and historic and around every corner, there is architecture and history to revel… Read more: Things to do in Rouen
- Stunning Stops for Your South of France Road TripStunning Stops for Your South of France Road Trip Touring the south of France not only conjures up images of the sites and smells of lush lavender fields, oceans of vineyards and… Read more: Stunning Stops for Your South of France Road Trip
- Best things to do in Saint Cénéri le Gérei Normandy, FranceBest things to do in Saint Cénéri le Gérei Normandy, France Saint Cénéri le Gérei is a charming little village nestled in the heart of Normandy, France. This hidden gem boasts stunning… Read more: Best things to do in Saint Cénéri le Gérei Normandy, France
- Chinon France: A Royal Fortress and a medieval cityChinon France: A Royal Fortress and a medieval city Chinon France is steeped in history it was the favourite town of the Plantagenets and Henry II, one of the great English Plantagenet… Read more: Chinon France: A Royal Fortress and a medieval city
- Domfront Normandy: Centre of royal power strugglesDomfront Normandy: Centre of royal power struggles The town of Domfront en Poiraie is situated in the Orne department of Normandy, between Argentan and Vire and on the Varenne River. In the middle-ages Domfront was the centre… Read more: Domfront Normandy: Centre of royal power struggles
- Fontevraud Abbey: Home of powerful womenFontevraud Abbey: Home of powerful women of France Every medieval history buff will know of the Fontevault Abbaye Anjou France, a UNESCO World Heritage Site between Chalonnes-sur-Loire and Sully-sur-Loire, and is within… Read more: Fontevraud Abbey: Home of powerful women
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- Lassay-les-Châteaux a charming Petites Cités de CaractèreLassay-les-Châteaux a charming Petites Cités de Caractère Lassay-les-Châteaux is one of those charming Petites Cités de Caractère you often run across in France. Located in the Mayenne almost on the Normandy border… Read more: Lassay-les-Châteaux a charming Petites Cités de Caractère
- Château de Josselin Brittany: 1000 years of French historyChâteau de Josselin Brittany: 1000 years of French history Lying on the banks of the River Oust 43km northeast of Vannes in Brittany sits Josselin a Petite Cité de Caractère (small town of character).… Read more: Château de Josselin Brittany: 1000 years of French history
- Visiting Fougères France in Brittany town of Art and HistoryVisiting Fougères France in Brittany town of Art and History The town of Fougeres France is located in Brittany northeast of Rennes. The area was settled around 1000 years ago on a… Read more: Visiting Fougères France in Brittany town of Art and History
- Granville France –childhood home of Christian DiorVisiting Granville France –childhood home of Christian Dior Granville France is one of those ancient harbour towns that deserve a visit when you are travelling through Normandy. The old town stands proud… Read more: Granville France –childhood home of Christian Dior
- Cancale the charming oyster capital of FranceCancale the charming oyster capital of France A mere 27 minutes from St. Malo along the northwest coast of France you will find Cancale, Brittany – which if you know your foodie… Read more: Cancale the charming oyster capital of France