Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to France.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from people-watching in one of Bordeaux's atmospheric cafe-filled squares to cycling through one of the world's most famous vineyards in La Voie des Vignes, and paragliding over Lake Annecy. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's France Travel Guide:Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips

Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate France and connect experiences together with ease

Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions

Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from exploring the iconic Eiffel Tower to visiting troglodytes in the Loire, and riding the Aiguille du Midi cable car

Special features on wine tasting explained, hiking and skiing guide, Paris walking tours

Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more

Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel

Connect with French culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Paris

Covers Paris, Lille, Flanders & the Somme, Normandy, Brittany, Champagne, Alsace, Lorraine, The Loire, Burgundy, Lyon, the Rhône Valley & the Auvergne, French Alps & Jura, Bordeaux to Biarritz, Dordogne & Lot, Languedoc-Roussillon, Toulouse & the Pyrenees, Provence, Côte d’Azur & Monaco, Corsica

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's France.