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Festivals, exhibitions, concerts and major events... On France.fr and everywhere in France, there's always something going on.
22
February
Van Gogh at the Atelier des Lumières in Paris
Atelier des Lumières in Paris
Until 31 December
1
January
75th Anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of Normandy
Normandy
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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Getting to France
Transportation to and from Paris Airports
Most visitors to France, whether staying in the capital or traveling elsewhere, fly into one of…
Renting a Car and Driving in France
Please note that restrictions apply to driving your personal vehicle in Paris. For environmental…
City breaks
In a "gîte", with host families
Gîtes Gîtes de France (External link) are equipped accommodation classified by 'épis', or sheaves…
Cuisine
Eating in French Restaurants
In France, there are three meals a day. Breakfast, generally served from around 7:00 am to 9:00 am,…
Going to a Restaurant in France
Shopping
Tax-Free Shopping
Key Information: - Receive up to a 12%* discount on your Shopping in France ! - Minimum spending…
Coming to France by train
Prices Ticket prices vary according to the level of comfort (there are 2 classes) and departure…
Flying into France
Airlines There are numerous airlines available to you according to your country of departure. The…
Wine
The Vignobles & Découvertes label
“Vignobles & Découvertes”, the national wine tourism label in France, has managed French…
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
Grand Prix Formula 1 at the Castellet in France
Until June 23