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.

Our Travelers’ Reviews

Shelley & Andy
We feel lucky that we found Emilie online! Usually, we like to plan our own trips, but we did not have the language capabilities or confidence to plan this vacation alone. Emilie to the rescue! She listened to our concerns and wishes and planned the perfect trip. Loved the small boutique hotel in the perfect part of Paris, and all the bed and …
George from the US
The best French experience Wonderful self-drive trip through France. The FJFY team selected wonderful lodging, arranged for all the activities that we were interested in, and made a complex trip very easy. The detailed guide book and app helped us chose our daily activities. The integration of the guide with gps navigation is brilliant, and made …
Margaret & Rob
We would like to add our names to everyone else here who have had a truly excellent experience when using Emilie's, France Just For You company. We drove 2800 km on a recent holiday, and it was all arranged by Emilie. Everything she organized was perfect. We stayed in B and Bs and although we know a little French, all of our hosts spoke fluent …

Our Travelers’ Photos

Myrna & Duncan
from Canada
In Eze gardens on the Riviera
Sue, Steve, Janet & Denis
From the US
Enjoying a relaxing lunch
Jim
From Australia
At the top of the Rhune mount in the Basque Country
Anna & Trea - From the US - in a castle in Provence
Anna & Trea
From the US
In a Castle in Provence
Matt
from Singapore
Enjoy a cheese & cold cut platter by the pool at the B&B
Jim & Sarah
from the US
in love in Amboise!
Beth, Moira & Ron from USA
Enjoying a Wine Tasting in Burgundy
Linda
From Australia
Making Chou-Buns at Valerie's
Bonnie & Steve
from the US
in Provence
Cathy & Rich
from the US
Walking Mont Saint Michel Bay
Dan & Kim
From the US
Romantic time in Paris...
Shirley
from Canada
In lavender fields in Provence

Last Blog Articles