Tag: day trips from Paris
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The Cathars of Languedoc: France’s Forgotten Heresy
Discover the Cathars of Languedoc — France’s persecuted religious movement who built castles in the southern mountains. Visit their ruins in Ariège and Aude.
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Two Weeks in France: The Best Itinerary for First-Time Visitors
Spending two weeks in France? This itinerary takes you from Paris to the Loire Valley, Provence, and the French Riviera — ideal for US travellers.
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Why Brittany Feels Like a Country Within a Country
Brittany is part of France but feels like a country of its own. Discover its Celtic roots, Breton language, ancient megaliths and the proud identity that sets it apart.
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How to Travel France by Train: A Practical Planning Guide
Learn how to travel France by train — from TGV routes and booking tips to Paris stations and scenic journeys. A practical guide for visitors.
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Why Brittany Feels Like a Different Country Inside France
Discover why Brittany feels like a foreign country inside France — its Celtic language, ancient megaliths, and fierce identity make it unlike anywhere else — plus get weekly France stories free in our newsletter.
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Visiting Giverny, France: The Complete Guide to Monet’s Garden
Your complete guide to visiting Giverny, France — Monet’s garden, lily pond, tickets, getting there from Paris, and when to go for the best experience.
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The Art of the French Apéritif: How France Drinks Before Dinner
Discover the art of the French apéritif — what it is, what to drink, and how France turns the pre-dinner ritual into a national institution.
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The Medieval Colour at Chartres Cathedral That Scientists Still Cannot Copy
Chartres Cathedral holds over 10,000 square metres of medieval stained glass in a blue no one has reproduced. Here’s what makes it unmissable — plus get weekly France stories free in our newsletter.
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The French Château That Looks More Medieval Than the Real Thing
Château de Pierrefonds looks like the perfect medieval fortress. But it was built in the 19th century by a brilliant architect who improved upon the Middle Ages. The hidden story behind France’s most photographed fairy-tale castle.