40 miles south-east of Paris, in the heart of the Fontainebleau forest, you will discover the magnificent palace of Henri II and Catherine de Medici.

Adored by the royalties of France for its proximity to Paris and abundant hunting grounds, the Chateau de Fontainebleau was a significant place throughout French history, involving emblematic individuals such as Francois I and Napoleon.

Today, it’s far away from being as crowded as Versailles castle, and is a beautiful place to visit.

On the way to Fontainebleau but much closer to Paris center is Vincennes. Situated in the suburbs of Paris, Vincennes is known for its Chateau de Vincennes, a medieval castle, its woods, Bois de Vincennes, and its zoo that just opened few years ago after huge reconstruction work.

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Wendy & Ron
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Patty & Tim
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Our Travelers’ Photos

Joe & Beth
From the US
Truffle hunting in Provence
Lis, Mervyn & Stephen
from Australia
On the Riviera
Clemmer & Dennis
From the US
After folding the US flag in the Meuse Argonne War Cemetery - Eastern France
Jim
From Australia
With his guide in Provence
Nathalie from Australia
...found a truffle in Provence !
Georgia & Matt from Australia
Cooking fresh stawberries from Carpentras in Provence
Theresa & Bill
From the US
Between the vineyards & the lavenders in Provence
Karen & Mike
from the US
Visiting Chambord in the Loire Valley
Teresa & Jim
From Australia
In the Basque Country
Karen & Ed
from the US
At the restaurant in Giverny
Muriel & Michael
from the US
In Utah Beach, Normandy
Kathy & David
from Canada
In Avignon, Provence

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