France
Travel Guides
Video Content
About France
Language(s): The official language of France is French. In the larger cities most people have at least a basic understanding of English.
Currency: EUR - France is part of the Eurozone, which consists of 19 countries who use the euro as their main currency.
Transportation: There is a large developed public transport system in France. You can take trains between cities and use trams, buses and metros within the major cities. Uber is available in most cities.
Safety: France is (similarly to Western Europe) safe to visit. You do need to watch out for pickpockets and petty crimes especially in Paris, Marseille & other big cities. Limit the amount of cash you carry and make sure to watch your bags on public transport / busy streets.
Climate: The climate in France is mild, with 4 prominent seasons.
When to visit
France generally has a nice and warm Mediterranean climate. However some regions in the north do have a wetter climate especially in the fall and winter times. France is best explored during spring time. A moderately warm climate is present all over France during this time. Lesser crowds make the spring time a better time to visit than summer, when temperatures are higher, but so are the crowds. If you want to go skiing or enjoy a winter adventure the French pyrenees are the perfect place to visit. In the South of France, temperatures are still nice during the fall and can be a great time to avoid crowds.
Where to go
France has a lot to offer depending on your interests. Some highlights I suggest you visit are:
Cities: Paris, Bordeaux, Lyon, Saint Tropez, Nice, Cannes
Outdoors: Annecy, Provence, Pyrenees
Unique experiences: Wine Tours
