Paris and Ile de France
As the world's number one tourist destination, it would take more than a lifetime to explore the French capital, but there are other nuggets just a few hours away if you want to enjoy the surrounding masterpieces such as the châteaux of Versailles, Fontainebleau, Vaux-le-Vicomte or Chantilly.
A land of kings, Ile-de-France has a rich heritage steeped in history, from its architecture and villages to its natural diversity. In addition to royal châteaux, which are examples of great French architecture, there are natural havens such as Barbizon and Giverny, which have attracted artists for centuries, just a few kilometers from Paris. The region's rich diversity makes it ideal for outdoor activities such as rock climbing in the Forest de Fontainebleau or long bike rides along the Oise or Seine rivers.
But it's also in Paris that walkers will have the time of their lives, as the City is a vast open-air museum offering walks where the kilometers covered are as many centuries crossed, from the Gallo-Roman arenas of Lutetia to the Palais du Louvre, from the Haussmann façades to the Eiffel Tower, from the heights of Montmartre to the towers of La Défense.
Our new accommodations
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La Parenthèse d'Amour
in SOISY BOUY - Seine-et-Marne
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Les Chambres d'Oriane
in CHESSY - Seine-et-Marne
What's more, there's no shortage of places to take a break, as you can count on the thousands of Parisian cafés to introduce you to the local vibrancy. Over time, some of these cafés have become legendary, such as Café de Flore, La Closerie des Lilas or La Rotonde, but don't hesitate to use your initiative to find the rare gem, because cafés are like Parisians: all different, all welcoming.