WHAT TO EXPECT
Merci beaucoup. I consider France as a very classy and romantic place to visit. Everything seems so elegant like it’s all taken from a magazine. I would like to uncover the most loved highlights of France in this page.
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Pick a destination
- Paris
- Nice
- Montpellier
- Marsella
- Lyon
Best time to visit
High season is considered to be June and July. The cheapest month to fly to France is February. The best time to visit France is in spring (April-May) or autumn (September-October) with fewer crowds and pleasant weather across the country. France has mild temperatures, although there are some variations: Mediterranean climate in the south and humid and wet weather in the north, near the English Channel. In summer, many locals and tourists go and chase the sunshine in the south.
Pick a destination
- Paris
- Nice
- Montpellier
- Marsella
- Lyon
Best time to visit
High season is considered to be June and July. The cheapest month to fly to France is February. The best time to visit France is in spring (April-May) or autumn (September-October) with fewer crowds and pleasant weather across the country. France has mild temperatures, although there are some variations: Mediterranean climate in the South and humid and wet weather in the North, near the English Channel. In summer, many locals and tourists go and chase the sunshine in the South.
THINGS TO KNOW
Currency: The euro (EUR) is the national currency of France.
Language: French is the official language of France but many people speaks English.
Plugs: The power plugs are of type C and E. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
VISA: France is a member country of the EU and no VISA is required for EU citizens. Some Latin American countries like Mexico are also visa-exempt for a stay of up to 90 days. Other nationalities should check if a VISA is required.
Safety: In general, the whole country enjoys a high level of security. Crime is rare, although it is advisable to be aware in the busiest public places due to the possible presence of pickpockets.
Health: For EU citizens it is extremely important to have the European Health Card (EHIC), which guarantees assistance from the Social Security of the European country of origin. For other nationalities it is always advisable to get a good travel insurance.
I always check this link to be updated with any changes and regulations.
