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Vannes cityscape


①Paris

Eiffel Tower

【City Description】

It’s the French capital. As there are so many sightseeing spots like Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe, you need several days for the visit. We show you three routes to visit main sightseeing spots on this site.


②Alsace

Strasbourg cityscape

【Region Description】

It is a region that can be reached in 2 to 3 hours east of Paris, and because it is close to Germany, you can feel Germany in the language and buildings. Strasbourg is famous for its Christmas markets, and its main city is Strasbourg.

Presentation of Alsace Region
The Alsace region is located in the northeast of France, bordering Germany. For this reason, it is a region that has inherited a strong German culture and language, and this characteristic can be seen in sightseeing such as Christmas markets. It is also a region famous for its wine.
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Specialty in Alsace Region
The Alsace region, including Strasbourg, is world-famous for its Christmas markets, but it also has other specialties and culture. Here are eight things you must try if you go. Read this and enjoy your trip to Alsace! !
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③Île-de-France

Versailles Palace

【Region Description】

A region in northern France that includes Paris. . Although it is small, there are many places to see, such as the Palace of Versailles and Chantilly, which is famous for its horse racing, so it is recommended that you go on a day trip.


④Auvergne

Le Puy en Velay cityscape

【Region Description】

This is a region in the center of France where you can see black buildings made of volcanic rock because it is a volcano. It is also the starting point for pilgrimages to Spain and the region where Volvik, famous for its waters, is located. The main city is Clermont-Ferrand.

Presentation of Auvergne Region
Auvergne is a region in central France that is mountainous and has many volcanoes. The buildings are made from volcanic rock, which is distinctive for their black color. There are also several church-related places, such as Issoir and Brioud, which have Romanesque churches, and Le Puy-en-Velay, which is one of the starting points for pilgrimages to the Holy Land, and is full of tourist attractions.
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Specialty in Auvergne Region
The Auvergne region in central France is home to hot springs and specialty cuisine that take advantage of its volcanic location.
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⑤French Riviera

Nice Ocean

【Region Description】

It is a resort region in southern France facing the Mediterranean Sea. Famous cities such as Nice, Cannes, and the Principality of Monaco line up, and in addition to the sea, the inland areas such as Eze and other “Eagle’s nest villages” are also attractive. I recommend Nice as your base.

Presentation of French Riviera
The French Riviera region is a region in southern France facing the Mediterranean Sea. Nice, Cannes, Monaco, and other places with beautiful beaches attract many tourists from Japan and abroad in the summer. Meanwhile, inland, a medieval village built on a hill called Eagle's Nest Village is a popular tourist destination.
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Specialty in French Riviera
Famous for its blue waters, the Côte d'Azur region is home to famous cities such as Nice, Cannes, and Monaco. Inland there is a medieval town called Eagle's Nest Village. We will introduce you to the specialties, food, and highlights of this region where you can enjoy both the sea and the mountains! !
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⑥Hauts-de-France

Lille cityscape

【Region Description】

It is a region north of Paris that borders Belgium, and people who come to this region consume more beer than wine. The central city is Lille.


⑦Franche-Comté

Besancon citadel

【Region Description】

It is a mountainous region near Switzerland, and is also a producer of yellow wine, which is rare in France. The main city is Besancon.

Presentation of Franche-Comté
The Franche-Comté region is a region on the border of Switzerland that includes the Jura Mountains, and due to its rich nature, it is also a region where you can enjoy food such as Comté cheese and yellow wine. Besançon, the main city, is also the birthplace of Victor Hugo, author of "Les Misérables."
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Specialty in Franche-Comté
The Franche-Comté region, located in the Jura Mountains bordering Switzerland, is home to cities such as Besançon. It is also a special region in terms of food, with limited-time sales of cheese and wine that is rare even in France. Be sure to keep an eye on it so you don't forget to eat when you actually go.
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⑧Burgundy

Golden wine field in Nuits Saint Georges

【Region Description】

This region is famous for its wine production, and the highest quality wine, Romanée-Conti, is also produced here. Mustard is also famous in the central city of Dijon.

Presentation of Burgundy
Burgundy is a region in central France, and was once the home of the Duchy of Burgundy, so you can see its palaces and other buildings in Dijon. This region is famous for its wine, and famous wines such as Romanée-Conti are produced in this region.
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Specialty in Burgundy
The Burgundy region in central France is world-famous for its wine production, including Romanée-Conti. There are many local dishes that use wine, such as boeuf bourguignon, and you can feel the atmosphere of a wine-producing region. Also, escargot is actually a specialty of this region.
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⑨Brittany

Dinan cityscape

【Region Description】

It is a region west of Paris and can be reached in 2 to 3 hours by train. Many traces of the former Duchy of Brittany remain, and the Breton language still remains. Famous foods include galettes and Kouign-amann.

Presentation of Brittany
Brittany is a region in northwestern France that is characterized by having built its own unique culture over a long period of time. It attracts many tourists with its unique language, food and culture such as kouign aman and buckwheat galette. It is also famous as a place where the legend of King Arthur remains.
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Specialty in Brittany
Brittany is a region in western France that has developed a unique culture over many years and has many specialties and attractions. Bread that is well-known in Japan, such as buckwheat galette and kouign amann, is actually produced in this region, and there are also many other breads that have their own unique language.
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⑩Provence

Avignon Rhone river

【Region Description】

It is a region facing the Mediterranean Sea with Marseille as its central city, and in the interior there are many ruins from the Roman Empire era. There are many towns and villages such as Avignon that have a medieval atmosphere.

Presentation of Provence
Provence is a region in southern France that extends from towns along the Rhône River such as Arles to the Mediterranean Sea where Marseille is located. There are many places along the Rhône River where ancient Roman ruins remain, and there are many places to see, such as Avignon, which still has a medieval townscape, and Marseille, France's second largest city.
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Specialty in Provence
Provence is a region located in southern France, and Marseille, France's second largest city facing the Mediterranean Sea, is famous for its bouillabaisse. In addition, the Provence region has many other specialties that are rooted in its lifestyle and the great nature of the sea. The inland area actually has a lot to offer.
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⑪Limousin

Limoges pottery museum

【Region Description】

Like the Auvergne region, it is a region in central France, but it is a mountainous region and is very difficult to access. The main city is Limoges, famous for its pottery.


⑫Mont-Saint-Michel

Mont-Saint-Michel

【Region Description】

It is a popular tourist spot in France. You can join a tour, but here we will introduce how to go on your own.


⑬Rhone-Alpes

Lyon cityscape

【Region Description】

It is a region in the east-central part of France, and it is a two-hour train ride from the central city of Lyon to Geneva, Switzerland. There are many cities with attractions such as Annecy, which has the clearest lake in Europe, and Grenoble, where the Winter Olympics were held.

Presentation of Rhône-Alpes
The Rhône-Alps region is located in central France, close to Switzerland. Lyon, the central city, has long been a trading hub and is known as the ``city of gastronomy'' due to its abundance of ingredients. Ancient Roman ruins remain in towns along the Rhône River, and beautiful mountains can be seen in towns near the Alps.
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Specialty in Rhône-Alpes
The Rhône-Alps region is located in central-eastern France, close to Geneva in Switzerland and home to the Alps. For this reason, cheese dishes such as cheese fondue are famous. Lyon, the central city, is known as the "capital of gastronomy" and is home to many local cuisines, as well as having its own unique restaurant structure.
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⑭Lorraine, Champagne

Nancy Stanislas Square

【Region Description】

You can also take a day trip from Paris to Nancy, famous for Art Nouveau, and Reims, the center of Champagne production, which is located just east of the Ile-de-France region where Paris is located. From Nancy you can also go to Baccarat and neighboring Luxembourg.

Presentation of Lorraine, Champagne
The Lorraine-Champagne region is a region in northeastern France between Paris and Strasbourg. The Lorraine region is famous for its quiche, but each town has its own personality, such as Nancy, which has sublimated Art Nouveau, and the Champagne region, which is famous for producing champagne, has held the coronation ceremonies of successive French kings.
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Specialty in Lorraine, Champagne
Lorraine, Champagne regions, located in northeastern France between Paris and Strasbourg, each have their own distinct characteristics. The Lorraine region has many local sweets such as quiches, madeleines, and simple macarons, and the Champagne region, as its name suggests, is known for producing champagne.
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⑮Loire Valley

Chambord Castle

【Region Description】

It is a region in the south of the Ile-de-France where Paris is located, and many castles remain along the Rhône River, one of France’s four major rivers. It’s easily accessible from Paris, so many people go there to visit castles. Their specialty is tarte tatin, which is similar to apple pie.

Presentation of Loire Valley
The Loire region is located south of Paris and is famous for its many castles. There are many castles along the Loire River, and many tourists visit this area because it is close to Paris. It is also the place where Joan of Arc lived, so you can follow her footsteps.
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Specialty of Loire Valley
As its name suggests, the Loire region in central France is home to the Loire River, one of France's four major rivers. Many castles remain along this river, making it a popular tourist destination. However, there are other attractions in this region besides the castle, so let's take a look at them together.
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⑯Occitania

Toulouse sunset

【Region Description】

It is a region bordering Spain and has many attractions such as Toulouse, known as the rose-colored city, Carcassonne, famous for its huge fortified city, and Perpignan, where you can feel the atmosphere of Spain. Specialties include cassoulet, which is made with duck meat and a large amount of beans baked in an oven.

Presentation of Occitania
The region in southwestern France is called Occitanie. Each city has its own attractions, including Toulouse, known as the ``Rose City,'' the huge fortified city of Carcassonne, Perpignan, which retains the atmosphere of Catalonia, and Lourdes, the miraculous place where Mary descended.
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Specialty in Occitania
The region in southwestern France is also known as Occitanie. It is also famous for its many dishes using chicken, such as foie gras and confit. You can also try local Catalan cuisine in Perpignan, which has a strong Catalan culture.
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⑰Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Bordeaux Bourse Square

【Region Description】

The region is centered around Bordeaux, which is famous for its port wine, and the atmosphere is different between the north and south of Bordeaux. To the north are Poitiers, where Joan of Arc was tried, and to the south are Biarritz, a resort town on the Atlantic Ocean, and Bayonne, where Basque culture remains.

Presentation of Nouvelle-Aquitaine
As the name suggests, the Aquitaine region faces the Atlantic coast, and is vertically shaped. Bordeaux is the center, and further north are La Rochelle, a town with three towers, and Poitiers, where Joan of Arc was tried. To the south lies the Basque Country, including Bayonne.
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Specialty in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
This region, which faces the Atlantic coast, is a vertical region divided into north and south, centered on Bordeaux, which is famous for its port wine. In the south, Basque culture is rooted in Bayonne, where chocolate is said to have first been introduced to France, and you can see its characteristics, such as local cuisine using tomatoes and linens.
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