The best things to see in France

Being one of the leading examples for travel in Europe, France has attracted people from all over the world for centuries. Located in the center of Western Europe, it is one of the largest three countries in terms of area and also has one of the highest populations with around 65 million people. However, most people agree that size is not everything that matters. France is rich in culture and history as well as it has greatly impacted the European politics and societies throughout the past. The rise of new monarchs and systems has continuously brought new architectural and artistic master pieces that you can still take a look at nowadays. In some streets of France you might even feel like you are back in 1800. Now, there are a lot of best things to see in France and you could easily spend a few months here with popular areas being Brittany or the Provence. Your trip could just be Paris where you can see the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre or the famous Notre-Dame cathedral among a huge number of other famous spots. Other city trips could lead you to Marseille, Lyon, Bordeaux or Nice – each with its own merits and characteristics that make it unique.

Where should I start my trip to France?

Due to the size, diversity and cultural richness of France it is difficult to make a choice about where to start and to know what the best things to see in France are. With our top recommendations for French destinations, you can get some inspiration more easily to see which areas are more for you and which ones are not. One thing is for sure though: there will be a corner in France that you totally fall in love with!