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Festivals, exhibitions, concerts and major events... On France.fr and everywhere in France, there's always something going on. In light of the measures France has taken concerning coronavirus, we advise readers to consult the relevant organiser's website for specific updates on each event.
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Sep
Cindy Sherman exhibition at the Louis Vuitton Foundation, Paris
Until 3 January
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French Open
Until 11 October
Practical info
Coronavirus COVID-19: the situation in France
Consult French government recommendations on the travel and health measures in place.
General information and practical conversions
Currency, electrical voltage, units of measurement... useful day-to-day information for your stay…
Cuisine
A 5-minute expert guide to Raclette
If you ask any French person what typical autumn/winter dish they like to eat, they’re very likely…
Wine
Cognac and its vineyards
Cognac: a tour of aromas If you’ve never visited Cognac or its vineyards, you’re in for a treat.…
Nature
In search of truffles, the black gold from the…
It is said that gold is a safe bet... Here, in the Périgord, are sure of one thing, our own gold,…
Mountain
7 unusual ways to experience the mountains as a…
Fancy skiing at twilight, trying an airboard session, or going ski-joëring, dog sledding or…
Behind closed doors: Nausicaa
NAUSICAA, the French National Sea Life Centre located in Boulogne-sur-Mer (France), is much more…
Behind closed doors: Puy du Fou
With five hotels, 20 food outlets, 15 shows and thousands of performers both human and animal,…
Behind closed doors: La Cité du Vin
Located in Bordeaux, the Cité du Vin has provided a unique experience to 400,000 visitors every…