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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John
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Our Travelers’ Photos

John & Becky
from the US
In the Arcachon Bassin
Naz & Mounir
On a side-car tour in the Loire Valley
Shirley & Bob
from the US
After a concert in Paris
Ashish, Kaushiki & Kailash
From the US
In Paris, across the Seine river from the Louvre Museum
Carol & Mike
from the US
In Pont du Gard roman bridge in Provence
Kathy & David
from Canada
In Avignon, Provence
Our guide with Jean's team
In the quicksands in Mont Saint Michel bay
Kathy & Mark
from the US
Truffle Hunting in Provence
Nancy & Paul
from Canada
On the French Riviera
Chris, Diane, Teresa & Lorelea
From the US
In Epernay, in the Champagne region
Naomi
From the US
In Villandry gardens in the Loire Valley
Shanna & Mike
from the US
For their First Wedding Anniversary in Provence

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