Giverny: Monet’s gardens and house reopen to the public!
In the family of the most charming bucolic escapes less than 100 km from Paris, how can we not mention Giverny? From April onwards, for the fine weather, the House…...
Escapes
Need a nature break? Want to get away from it all, away from the hustle and bustle of the city? We’ve got just what you need! For a day or a weekend, discover the beautiful bucolic escapes just a stone’s throw from Paris. Flower-filled gardens, charming villages, secret passageways… The most beautiful escapades are here.
This magnificent Parisian garden is the playground of free-roaming peacocks
This spring, it’s time to head west to discover one of the capital’s most beautiful treasures. The 24-hectare Parc de Bagatelle is not only a place for strolling and entertaining, but also a historic site, t...
The oldest house in France is 3 hours by train from Paris
Celebrating its 934th anniversary this year, the Demeure de l’Apothicaire is claimed by its owner to be the oldest house in France. Right in the heart of the medieval town of Cluny, this building, almost a thousan...
80 kilometers from Paris, this Louis XII-style jewel is one of the region’s finest châteaux.
After following in Tintin’s footsteps at Cheverny, reviewing the magnificent Chenonceau château on the water or discovering the amazing history of…...
Petite Ceinture: our best addresses along the rails
A perfect example of a Parisian site enjoying a second lease of life, the Petite Ceinture is now one of the capital’s most interesting spots. Over the past few years, Paris City Hall has been working to reclaim th...
These forests near Paris are perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle
Have you ever felt the need to escape the urban hustle and bustle of Paris and immerse yourself in nature? Fortunately, there are plenty of beautiful forests to discover close to the capital. Whether you’re a <...
We’ve found a real hobbit house just 3 hours from Paris! (and you can even stay there)
Who hasn’t dreamed of visiting Hobbiton? Unfortunately, the village of the famous Hobbits from Tolkien’s universe is thousands of kilometers away, in New Zealand. But good news for all Lord of the Rings fans...
The Paris – Lyon – Marseille TGV line at €27 soon to be launched – and the journey takes just 3h20
This Tuesday, March 11, marks a historic milestone in the French rail industry, as the first tickets for the Trenitalia version of the Paris – Marseille line go on sale. From mid-June, it will be possible to reach...
It’s official: Paris is one of the world’s top 5 tourist destinations.
Paris never ceases to amaze. After recently being voted second “most fragrant city” according to a recent study, the capital has once again received an award. This time, the City of Light has been named one...
Since 1995, this château 2 hours from Paris has been gradually built using medieval methods.
Set up by a handful of history and heritage enthusiasts, the Guédelon castle construction project is a real curiosity in France. Launched in 1995, dozens of “œuvriers” work every day to build a real medieval...