Paris is one of the first names when thinking of City of Light and Romance, but it is also the economical and cultural heart of France. You can find the Eiffeltower as well as the old and new Arc d´Triumph. It is easy to walk through the center for example to Sacre Coeur and the Moulin Rouge. Don´t forget the Notre Dame, the Louvres and a candle-light diner on the Seine.
Avignon is a city with medieval walls. In the 14th century it was the home of 7 Catholic Popes that gives it its nickname "City of Popes". It is located at the river Rhone, what makes it a destination for river cruises in the South-East of France.
Bordeaux is the world´s major wine industry capital where wine has been produced since the 8th century. It is also located near the Atlantic coast and has an old city center.
Lyon is the 3rd largest city in France, where the rivers Rhone and Saone meet.
Marseille is a large city and the most important French harbour at the Mediterranean. It is one of the oldest cities in Europe and very multi-cultural.
Saint-Émilion's history goes back to prehistoric times and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with fascinating Romanesque churches and ruins stretching all along steep and narrow streets. It also has great wines!
Strasbourg is the capital of the Alsace region, located in France and bordering Germany. Strasbourg´s historical center is UNESO heritage since 1988. Strasbourg is also the seat of several European Institutions, including the Council of Europe.
Carcassonne is famous for a huge medieval fortress and visited by millions of people annually.