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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Bill & Leslie
from the US
Visiting a wine cellar in the Loire Valley
Judy & Chris
From Great Britain
In a winery in Provence
Kim
From the US
Enjoying a glass of wine in Amboise
Scott
From Australia
Making "chou" buns in the Loire Valley
Peter
from Canada
Truffle Hunting in Dordogne
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David & John from Canada
Chocolate & Wine tasting in Carcassonne
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Cooking fresh stawberries from Carpentras in Provence
Frederick
from Canada
Enjoying some cheese
Amy & Louise
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From the US
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from the US
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