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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
Until 31 December
1
January
75th Anniversary of D-Day and the Battle of 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
Going to France by plane
France has one of the best transport infrastructures in the world, allowing easy access to the…
City breaks
The French City Passes
‘City Pass’ and ‘City Card’ are tourist passes that cover the must-see sites of major French cities…
Coming to France by coach
Travel from city centre to city centre, on modern air-conditioned coaches, with reclining seats,…
Nightlife
Security measures in France
The safety and security of tourists in France is of the utmost importance. A number of…
Getting married in France
French marriage laws are straightforward and apply to foreigners and French nationals alike. A…
Shopping
French fashion for men
Aigle (External link) The Aigle tradition of elegant, comfortable outdoor clothing for the whole…
France Travel Information
KEY CONTACTS Paris Tourist Office: www.parisinfo.com (External link) traveltrade@parisinfo.com …
Getting WiFi in France
With the internet now such an integral part of our daily lives, connecting easily to it has become…
Travelling around French towns and cities
Public transport Several French cities (Paris, of course, but also Lyon, Marseille, Toulouse,…
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