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12
February
‘Monuments on the move’ in 17 of France’s historic sites
‘Monuments on the move’ in Paris and everywhere in France
Until 6 October
1
January
Celebrating 500 years since the Renaissance in the Loire Valley
Loire Valley
Until 31 December
Practical info
The Distinction Palace
In France, hotel rankings highlight the exceptional 5-star hotels by elevating them to ‘palace’…
General information and practical conversions
Currency, electrical voltage, units of measurement... useful day-to-day information for your stay…
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Guide to the markets of Paris
The dairywoman's smile, fresh fish straight from the sea, piles of newly-dug vegetables and…
Getting to France
Travelling around French towns and cities
Public transport Several French cities (Paris, of course, but also Lyon, Marseille, Toulouse,…
Customs and Visas
How do you obtain a VISA for a stay in France – and what are the customs procedures?
Going to France by plane
France has one of the best transport infrastructures in the world, allowing easy access to the…
The Crit'Air anti-pollution vehicle sticker
In 2016, France set up restricted traffic zones (ZCR) that are passable only with an appropriate…
City breaks
The French City Passes
‘City Pass’ and ‘City Card’ are tourist passes that cover the must-see sites of major French cities…
9
July
"Bohème, notre jeunesse" at the Opéra Comique in Paris
Until July 17
23
June
"Matisse et Picasso, la comédie du modèle" exhibition at the Matisse Museum in Nice
Until September 29
21
Formula 1 Grand Prix de France at the Castellet
Until June 24