France

France is one of the world's leading cultural, culinary and tourism destinations.

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Why go

Capital: Paris

Currency: Euro (EUR)

Best time: Apr–Jun & Sep–Oct

Weather: Temperate with Mediterranean climate in the south

Top attractions: Paris • French Riviera • Provence • Loire Valley • Mont-Saint-Michel • French Alps

Nature: Alps • Pyrenees • Atlantic & Mediterranean coasts • rivers • national parks

Quick fact: France is one of the world's leading cultural, culinary and tourism destinations.