Day trips and getaways in and around Paris

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This Romanesque abbey was built almost 1,000 years ago and is just three hours from Paris.

In the heart of Brenne, three hours from Paris, stands the Abbey of Notre-Dame de Fontgombault, a monastic complex whose origins date back to the 11th century. It was here, on the right bank of the Creuse River, that Pi...

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This royal monastery, two hours from Paris, is a true jewel of flamboyant Gothic architecture—its multicolored roof is reminiscent of the Hospices de Beaune.

Just two hours from Paris by train, the Royal Monastery of Brou is one of the masterpieces of Gothic art in France, attracting lovers of history, architecture, and heritage. Its history, closely linked to that of a quee...

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This island abbey is one of the most peaceful places in France—it is open to visitors all year round.

Just fifteen minutes by boat from the port of Cannes, Saint-Honorat Island is home to one of the oldest monasteries still in operation in Europe. The Abbey of Lérins has continued an unbroken monastic tradition for more...

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Perched high up in the mountains, this isolated monastery has intrigued visitors for nearly 1,000 years—it is just a few hours from Paris.

Perched in the mountains, this monastery, just a few hours from Paris, enjoys total silence at the foot of the mountains. In addition to its incredible location, it has a rich history. The place of worship is notably th...

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Forget the stopwatch: this 5 km night race transforms the streets of Paris into a real party and meeting place!

Tired of running alone in the rain? Paris is transforming into a luminous playground! Luminous Party Run in Paris is reinventing nighttime outings: here, we forget about the clock and focus on meeting people and getting...

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This giant abbey was the largest church in Europe in the Middle Ages—it can be reached in 1.5 hours by train from Paris.

In the heart of Saône-et-Loire, in a small, peaceful town in Burgundy, lie the remains of what was once one of the most powerful monuments in Europe. Cluny Abbey is unlike the discreet monasteries nestled in the country...

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You use it every time you travel: this item is now banned during the entire flight by many airlines!

In 2026, you may be traveling to Europe or elsewhere in the world (and you’re right to do so). But be careful about what you pack in your carry-on luggage . Since mid-January, some airlines have banned the use of&...

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This Cistercian abbey surrounded by vineyards is one of France’s most beautiful treasures—and it’s just a few hours from Paris.

Nestled in the Corbières mountains, Fontfroide Abbey is one of those places that makes you feel like you’ve traveled back in time. Surrounded by hills, cypress trees, and vineyards, it offers a peaceful setting, f...

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This medieval abbey, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the best preserved in Europe—and it’s less than three hours from Paris.

At the bottom of a wooded valley in the Côte-d’Or, far from the main roads and tourist hustle and bustle, stands one of the most impressive monuments in Burgundy. Two and a half hours from the capital, Fontenay Ab...

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Less than four hours from Paris, this little-known medieval village surrounded by 3 km of ramparts hides a 14th-century castle that sometimes turns into a giant club.

Nestled in the Côtes-d’Armor andperched on a hill in Brittany,it is undoubtedly one ofthe most impressive medieval townsin France, and yet it…...