With February just around the corner, all lovers have their eyes set on the 14th. That’s right, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and you can count on us to come up with a great idea to surprise your other half. After having drawn up our list of exceptional restaurants where you can share a good dinner, here’s our selection for a romantic weekend just a stone’s throw from Paris
Giverny and its romantic setting perfect for a romantic weekend away
If the capital is overflowing with treasures of all kinds, it’s sometimes necessary to go beyond its borders to discover other real gems. On the banks of the Seine, northeast of Paris, lies the beautiful Giverny, land of Impressionism. Home to Monet’s formidable house, the Normandy town represents the perfect romantic and artistic stopover and therefore, the perfect idea for a Valentine’s Day outing.
🚆 By train: Gare Saint-Lazare, approx. 1 hr 30 mins.
Fontainebleau and its exceptional cultural heritage
For a getaway that’s both nature and history, head to Fontainebleau. After exploring its magnificent forest on foot or by bike, take time to admire its incredible château. The latter was home to all the kings of France, we recommend you take a room in the sublime L’Aigle Noir Fontainebleau – Mgallery..A timeless former mansion, which will transform your stay into a truly enchanted interlude.
🚆 By train: Gare de Lyon, about 40 minutes
📍Location: 27 Place Napoléon Bonaparte 77300 Fontainebleau
Versailles, the home of kings
For a highly romantic and historically rich day out, why not treat yourself to a trip to Versailles, where a stroll worthy of the greatest fairytales awaits. In front of its majestic château or in the alleys of its magnificent gardens, it’s time for an idyllic stroll and constant wonder.
🚆En train: Gare Montparnasse, about 13 minutes
🚆En traihn: C to Saint-Quentin en Yvelines – Montigny-Le-Bretonneux, about 40 minutes
Rouen, a charming city for a romantic weekend
A medieval gem of cobbled streets, half-timbered houses and the magnificent Notre-Dame Cathedral, Rouen and its medieval fairytale setting have everything you need for a special moment for two. On February 14, you can spend the day strolling the streets and discovering the many museums and galleries, and why not end on a high note in one of the city’s many cosy restaurants.
🚆 By train: Gare Saint-Lazare, approx. 1h30
Among the painters’ villages of Île-de-France
If Hexagone is overflowing with treasures, from atypical landscapes to historic sites, Île-de-France is a fine illustration of this wealth. A host of little nuggets are just a stone’s throw from Paris. These small, picturesque villages have inspired artists of all eras and earned themselves a fine reputation over the years. They’re also the perfect place for a romantic getaway! Barbizon, Gerberoy, Moret-sur-Loing and more: treasures are everywhere around the capital!
📍 Location: less than 2 hours from Paris
Auvers-sur-Oise, for an artistic romantic weekend
Speaking of painters’ villages, how could we not focus on Auvers-sur-Oise? The last home of the illustrious Vincent Van Gogh, the village is also a charming place for strolling and contemplation. Romantic as can be, it could well be the setting for your romantic tribulations this Valentine’s Day. Perfect for an artistically scented date.
🚆 By train: Gare du Nord, approx. 40 minutes
An idyllic getaway at Chenonceau
For a breath of fresh air on February 14 and a fairytale-like getaway, head for the Loire Valley and one of its most beautiful emblems, the Château de Chenonceau. A true Renaissance marvel, this “château des Dames” boasts an idyllic setting that lends itself perfectly to a romantic getaway !
🚆 By train: Gare Montparnasse – 1h30 for the shortest route
Perched in the trees in Raray
Feel like cooing with your other half? Why not take a trip to Raray this Valentine’s Day? This pretty fortified town has a lot to offer. After a lovely stroll through the historic quarter, we recommend you book one of lov’nid’s pretty cabins perched 6 m high. From up there, you’ll be comfortably ensconced in a cozy nest, with a panoramic roof to admire the stars.
📍 Location: Rue Jean Cocteau, 60810 Raray,
🚗 By car: 1h from Paris