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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Our Travelers’ Photos

Kim
From the US
Enjoying a glass of wine in Amboise
Scott & Linda
From Australia
In Mont Saint Michel
Judy & Chris
From Great Britain
In a winery in Provence
Chris, Diane, Teresa & Lorelea
From the US
In Epernay, in the Champagne region
Nathalie from Australia
...found a truffle in Provence !
Leslie & Bob
from the US
in Cassis Creeks near Marseille in Provence
Jim
From Australia
With his guide in Provence
Catherine, Chee Keong & Kate
From Malaysia
In Caen, Normandy, during the June commemorations of D-Day
Teri, Kennedy & Chris from the US
in Paris !
Linda
From Australia
Celebrating her 40th birthday in the Loire Valley
Pam & Rick
From the US
Tasting some oysters and white wine in the Basque Country
Stuart
from Australia
Who stumbled upon Alice Cooper rock star in Galeries Lafayette in Paris

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