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France travel guide

France

From Paris and the Riviera to Corsica, the Alps and the great wine regions, France brings together cities, beaches, nature, food and history in one of Europe’s most varied destinations.

Frankrike.no helps you find destinations, hotels, transport, activities and practical advice in English. Use our guides to plan a city break, beach holiday, wine trip, road trip or active escape.

You will find both the famous highlights and smaller places that make a journey more personal – from markets and villages to mountain paths, secluded coves and local food experiences.

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Start with the kind of holiday you have in mind. These cards lead to guides, destinations and tools that make planning easier.

Cities and culture

Explore our France guides and find inspiration for your next trip.

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Beaches and coast

The Riviera, Corsica and the Atlantic coast – from secluded coves to long sandy beaches.

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Food and wine

Wine regions, markets, bistros, local specialities and meals that become part of the journey.

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Active holidays

Hiking, cycling, skiing, paddling and other adventures from the Alps to the coast.

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Road trips and touring holidays

Discover villages, wine routes, mountain passes and coastal roads at your own pace.

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Family holidays

Family-friendly cities, beach holidays, nature and Disneyland Paris in one helpful guide.

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A good place to start

Featured destinations

Eight different ways into France – from city life and wine to lakes, island escapes and the Mediterranean coast.

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Île-de-France

Paris

Art, monuments, neighbourhoods and food culture in one of the world’s most iconic cities.

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Côte d’Azur

Nice

A seafront promenade, old town, markets and an ideal base for exploring the rest of the Riviera.

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Mediterranean

Corsica

Mountains, beaches, citadel towns and striking contrasts on an island with a strong identity.

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Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Bordeaux

Elegant city life, world-class wine regions and beautiful walks along the Garonne.

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French Alps

Annecy

Canals, a lake, cycle paths and Alpine scenery in one of France’s most beautiful towns.

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Le Var

Saint-Tropez

Harbour life, art history, beaches and Provençal villages around the famous gulf.

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Provence

Marseille

An energetic harbour city with history, seafood, distinctive neighbourhoods and the Calanques just beyond the centre.

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Alsace

Strasbourg

Canals, half-timbered houses, European history and a distinctive blend of French and German culture.

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Select the markers to discover cities, coastal towns and destinations across mainland France and Corsica.

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Gold markers show featured destinations. Blue markers show the other places in the guide. Destinations across France and Corsica

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Wine and food experiences

Explore France’s wine regions, local grape varieties, historic cellars and food experiences – from Bordeaux and Champagne to Provence and Corsica.

Wine guide

Explore the wine regions of France

Explore our complete wine guide for inspiration on wine trips, producers, villages and tasting experiences in some of the country’s most exciting regions.

From Bordeaux and Burgundy to Provence, the Rhône, the Loire and Corsica, France offers striking contrasts and endless variety.

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