Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to France, written by France experts, goes beyond the basics. It blends must-see sights with hidden gems and offers unmatched practical guidance for seamless planning and on-the-go exploration. Packed with in-depth advice often missing from other guides, it helps you navigate with ease. From using public transport to discovering the best dining, accommodations, and local experiences, this guide covers it all. Every detail you need for a smooth and enriching journey.
Inside this France travel book, you'll find:
- Regional deep dive - in-depth coverage of key areas with curated experiences and honest reviews
- Itinerary samples - tailored plans for different trip lengths and travel styles
- Practical information - essential tips on getting there, using public transport, avoiding crowds, saving time and money, and traveling responsibly
- Expert recommendations - insider advice on the best places to eat, drink, stay, and enjoy nightlife or outdoor activities
- Seasonal tips - when to go to France, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip
- Must-see pick - unmissable sights handpicked by our authors - Gorges du Verdon, les Falalses d'Etretat, cycling, champagne tasting at Epernay, beaches, winter sports in the Alps, the Louvre, Bastille Day, Carcassonne, prehistoric cave art, the Gr20, Abbaye de Fontenay, Aix-en-Provence, the Bayeux Tapestry, chateaux of the Loire
- Easy-to-use maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment
- Cultural insights - engaging stories on local history, arts, and traditions for a deeper understanding of France
- Language essentials - French phrases and vocabulary to help you connect with locals
- Inspiring travel photography - stunning full-color images capturing the essence of France, and fueling your wanderlust
- Designed for comfort and sustainability - a velvet soft-touch cover for a secure grip and premium uncoated paper from responsibly sourced materials
- Bonus eBook - free download with purchase for added convenience
- Coverage includes: Paris, the North, Champagne and the Ardennes, Alsace and Lorraine, Normandy, Brittany, the Loire, Burgundy, Poitou-Charentes and the Atlantic coast, the Limousin, Dordogne and the Lot, the Pyrenees, Languedoc, the Massif Central, the Alps and Franche-Comte, the Rhone valley, Provence, the Cote d'Azur, Corsica
Travel smart and experience France with confidence. Let this guide to France be your trusted companion to must-see sights, hidden gems, and local secrets for an unforgettable adventure.
Guides, Rough: - Rough Guides are written by expert authors who are passionate about both writing and travel. They have detailed knowledge of the areas they write about--having either traveled extensively or lived there--and their expertise shines through on every page. It's priceless information, delivered with wit and insight, providing the down-to-earth, honest read that is the hallmark of Rough Guides.
Ifans, Rachel: - Rachel Ifans is a travel writer and fervent Francophile, spending as much time as she can in France, writing about it and studying the language. Bylines include The Independent, National Geographic, Metro, The Simple Things, France Magazine and Eurotunnel.com. Rachel studied French at university and spent a year as an assistant in a French collège in northern France. She has also travelled widely in the country with her husband and children in their motorhome, enjoying the freedom of life on the road for weeks on end.
Morton, Owen: - Owen Morton is based in North Yorkshire, and has written or contributed to numerous Rough Guides, ranging from Pembrokeshire to the Philippines. When not exploring the world, he entertains himself by writing a blog about 1980s cartoons. His favourite animal is the wonderfully expressive and permanently furious manul, native to Central Asia and sadly not Shetland. Follow him on Instagram at @owenmortonmanul.
Richards, Anna: - "Anna Richards lives in Lyon and must be the most insular travel writer out there - she only writes about France. Although the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes is her base, she spends much of her time haring across the country in every direction, often with a badly behaved French dog in tow. She's won several awards for her work, which has been featured (online and in print) in the BBC, Condé Nast Traveller, National Geographic and many others. In addition to updating the Rough Guides to Brittany and Normandy and Dordogne and the Lot, she's the author of Paddling France for Bradt Guides."
