Seeing Europe aboard a river cruise with Viking offers a more peaceful way to take in great mountain ranges, castles and ...

Lyon is France’s best-kept secret. Its urban scene is enjoyably elegant without a hint of crass tourism. For the people who live in the city — sandwiched between the Burgundy and Provence regions — ...

Let’s talk about France, the country that has great value around the world due to its geological position on the earth and makes people feel proud of its existence. Let’s tell you some facts about ...

The Eiffel Tower - overrated say readers of The Local. (Photo by Dimitar DILKOFF / AFP) France has quite a few very famous tourist sites - but which are worth visiting and which are just overrated? We ...

France is a popular destination for tourists from all over the world. There are many beautiful sights, but there are also plenty of overrated attractions. Catching a glimpse of the Mona Lisa at the ...

The best attractions in Provence, including the top 10 districts to visit and a calendar of events. By our resident expert, Anthony Peregrine. Beyond, the Verdon Gorges – Europe’s Grand Canyon – ...

France has asked tourists to stay away from its busiest attractions. The country's most visited destinations are primarily in Paris. ‌ France has asked tourists, including Britons, to stay away from ...

Over the years, the suburbs north of Paris have become emblematic of France’s struggle with social inequality. Yet some residents are offering a more accurate, nuanced image of the region by ...