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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Sue, Steve, Janet & Denis
From the US
Enjoying a relaxing lunch
Bridget & Tyler
from the US
In Monet's house kitchen in Giverny
Sharon & Bob
from Canada
Meeting with us in the Loire Valley (with Guillaume, Jeanne and Pauline)
Pam & Mercer
From the US
In Paris
Stephanie & Vania
from Canada
At the top of Aiguille du Midi, by the Mont Blanc, in the French Alps
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from Canada
Biking for a day in the Loire Valley
Peter
from Canada
Truffle Hunting in Dordogne
Jilly & Marc
from the US
in Paris
Stuart
from Australia
Who stumbled upon Alice Cooper rock star in Galeries Lafayette in Paris
John & David
David & John from Canada
Chocolate & Wine tasting in Carcassonne
Linda
From Australia
Making Chou-Buns at Valerie's
Nicolas from Australia
Nicolas
from Australia
Enjoying cider in Cancale

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