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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Sandy & Dennis
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Lola
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Bill
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Our Travelers’ Photos

Dennis
from Australia
Hiking in the Dentelles in Provence
Carol & Mike
from the US
In Pont du Gard roman bridge in Provence
Anna & Trea - From the US - in a castle in Provence
Anna & Trea
From the US
In a Castle in Provence
Sandy & Dennis
from the US
In Paris by Notre Dame Cathedral
Nancy, Don, Jane & Ron
from Canada
In Honfleur, Normandy
Jim
From Australia
With his guide in Provence
Roy & Maureen
From Australia
In Biarritz Food Market, enjoying some white wine with oysters
David
From the US
Celebrating his 80th birthday at a cooking class in Burgundy
Ann & Jim
From the US
In Amboise castle by the Loire river
David & Lindsay
From the US
Celebrating their 15th wedding anniversary in France
Lytha & Ron
From the US
Canoeing in the Dordogne region
Ron
From the US
Cycling in the Loire Valley vineyards

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