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.

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Mounir from Dubai
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My husband and I found France Just For You on the internet, while trying to plan a trip to France. We knew, given our desire to see both Normandy and the south of France, that we would spend hours deliberating about the details. We provided Emily with a budget, the duration of our vacation and a few must-sees and she provided us with a three-week …
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Mona & Vernon
from the US
in Cassis creeks of the Mediterranean Sea
The Khaw Family
From Malaysia
With their guide Raphaelle in Paris with Notre Dame Cathedral in the background.
Sandra & Tracey
From the US
Girls trip to France !
Peter
from Canada
Truffle Hunting in Dordogne
Marcia & Elliott
Celebrating Marcia's birthday in a Michelin restaurant
Sandy & Dennis
from the US
In Paris by Notre Dame Cathedral
Colleen & Russell
from New Zealand
Having Breakfast at the B&B
Kathy & David
from Canada
In Avignon, Provence
Jim
From Australia
With his guide in Provence
Margaret & Peter
from Canada
On the Eiffel Tower in Paris
Christina & her niece
from Australia
In the Wolves Sanctuary in Guéret
Joe
From the US
Digging & Finding a truffle in Provence

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