40 miles south-east of Paris, in the heart of the Fontainebleau forest, you will discover the magnificent palace of Henri II and Catherine de Medici.

Adored by the royalties of France for its proximity to Paris and abundant hunting grounds, the Chateau de Fontainebleau was a significant place throughout French history, involving emblematic individuals such as Francois I and Napoleon.

Today, it’s far away from being as crowded as Versailles castle, and is a beautiful place to visit.

On the way to Fontainebleau but much closer to Paris center is Vincennes. Situated in the suburbs of Paris, Vincennes is known for its Chateau de Vincennes, a medieval castle, its woods, Bois de Vincennes, and its zoo that just opened few years ago after huge reconstruction work.

Our Travelers’ Reviews

Naomi
You may already know from other reviews that "France Just for You" will create an itinerary based on your interests and time frame, booking attractions and lodgings, arranging a car, and providing a detailed guide book with historical and cultural information, and suggestions for things to see and do with your unscheduled time. The whole service is …
Mervyn
My wife and I and two friends decided we would like to visit France and by chance I found Emilie's website and initiated an online conversation with her over a year ago. We really did not know what we wanted to do, nor where we wanted to go and so our planning became a moving feast, most ably supported by Emilie. How she ever put up with our …
Bob
France just for you was fantastic. We provided a list of places we like to see, they customized our trips with great suggestions. They Provided Car, places to stay, a 2 book itinerary with wonderful suggestions, great Bed and Breakfast and small hotel (very romantic) , assistance when ever we accidentally called their number. We requested guides at …

Our Travelers’ Photos

Sharyn
from the US
Taking a cooking class in Normandy
Sharon & Bob
from Canada
Meeting with us in the Loire Valley (with Guillaume, Jeanne and Pauline)
Kim
From the US
Enjoying a glass of wine in Amboise
Marcia & Elliott
Celebrating Marcia's birthday in a Michelin restaurant
Ann & Jim
From the US
In Amboise castle by the Loire river
Cynthia & Roger
from the US
in Monet's House and Gardens in Giverny
Joe
From the US
Digging & Finding a truffle in Provence
Karen & Tony
From Australia
In Villandry Gardens, in the Loire Valley
Linda
From Australia
Making Chou-Buns at Valerie's
Leslie & Bob
from the US
in Cassis Creeks near Marseille in Provence
Mona & Vernon
from the US
in Cassis creeks of the Mediterranean Sea
Sue & Chris
Romantic night in Montecarlo

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