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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Karen
from the US
Eating lunch at Jules Verne restaurant at the top of the Eiffel tower
Kathy & Bill
From the US
Biking in Burgundy for a day - near Chateau de la Rochepot
Teresa & Jim
From Australia
In the Basque Country
Mike & Lynda
from the US
Wine Tasting in Bordeaux
Our guide with Jean's team
In the quicksands in Mont Saint Michel bay
Kathy, Keith, Rose & Bryan
from the US
on Utah Beach - WWII landing site, Normandy
Patty
from the US
In Villeneuve les Avignon, Provence
Naomi
From the US
In Villandry gardens in the Loire Valley
Kathy & Mark
from the US
Truffle Hunting in Provence
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Enjoying a great view in Burgundy
Sandy & Dennis
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In Paris by Notre Dame Cathedral
Steve & Diana
from California
in Normandy

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