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Cities & Villages in France
From large regional capitals to perfectly preserved medieval villages.
Welcome to the Cities & Villages
A country of a thousand cities, a thousand times
This section travels through urban and rural France—from Paris to Lyon, from the villages of Alsace to the bastides of the southwest, from the ports of Brittany to the Provençal burgs.
Each entry brings together history, architecture, local cuisine, main attractions, and practical visiting tips in a complete and detailed guide.
Start with the most famous — Paris — or browse the alphabetical index below.
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