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

Arnold from Singapore
Is making his first French "choux"
Margaret & Peter
from Canada
On the Eiffel Tower in Paris
Harry & Caroline
From Australia
Wine & Cheese Tasting
Christina
from the US
in a lavender field in Provence
Patty
from the US
In Villeneuve les Avignon, Provence
Steve & Diana
from California
in Normandy
Kathie, Joan, Brian and Richard
from Canada
Biking for a day in the Loire Valley
Heather
From Australia
At her ancestor's gravestone on Northern France
Ginger & Tom
from the US
On the Eiffel Tower
Cynthia & Roger
from the US
Wine Tasting in the Loire Valley
Cassandra and Justin
Cassandra & Justin
in Gordes, Provence
Maureen & Victor
from the US
Visiting an Abbey in the Loire Valley

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