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By Kelby Carr, About.com

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Where to Go in France

France isn't just Paris. There are several other wonderful cities, diverse and fascinating regions, beautiful beaches, breathtaking mountains and even border territories ideal for daytrips to other European cities. Find out where to go in France.
  • Interactive France City Map - Get help deciding where to visit with this interactive France city map. Float your mouse over a city for a brief description, or click on any city for a guide to that destination.
  • France Travel Time and Distance Calculator - Check the travel times and distances between major French cities, including Paris, Bordeaux, Nice, Lyon and Le Havre.
  • Paris Travel Guide - Paris, the City of Light, is filled with thousands of hotels, attractions, shops and restaurants. Get help focusing on where to stay, where to eat, where to go and more basics before you go to Paris.
  • Top French Cities You Probably Won't Visit (But Should) - Say "French city," and most people immediately think of Paris. But that's a bit like saying the only city in the U.S. is New York, or in the U.K. is London. France is filled with bustling, hip and happening cities that are well worth a visit.
  • Top Beaches in France - France might be small, but it borders two major bodies of water: the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterannean Sea. These miles of beachfront property are filled with delightful small villages and larger, bustling cities.
  • France's Border Regions - Situated in the epicenter of Europe, France's border regions tempt with often-overlooked delights. By exploring the country's edges, you can find influences of Germany, Italy, Belgium, Spain and Switzerland--or even quickly cross over to visit these countries as well.

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