Great Cities for Easy Train Trips From Paris France

These nine easy train trips from Paris showcase some of my favorite places in France. All trips depart from one of the following stations depending on the Region destination: Gare du Nord (travelling north), Gare du Lyon (travelling southeast) and Gare Montparnasse (travelling southwest).

The first stop will be Amiens north of Paris. This is a must see stop because of the Cathedral. It is the tallest Gothic church and the largest cathedral in France. Along with the cathedrals in Chartres and Reims, this cathedral is one of the first three Gothic cathedrals built in France of the High Gothic style.
The next stop will be Rouen which is also north of Paris. Rouen is located on the Seine and is France's fifth largest port. The Rouen Cathedral boasts the highest spire in France; St Maclou, across the street from the Cathedral, is Gothic in style and is best known for its 16th century carved wooden doors; and St-Ouen, also Gothic in style, and larger than the Cathedral was once a Benedictine Abbey. Joan of Arc was sentenced to death here in the 1400s.
Reims is another must see. The Cathedral here is one of the trio of Gothic churches built in the 14th century. The Cathedral was formerly the coronation church of French monarchs, dating back to Clovis. It is a very pedestrian friendly town with lots of champagne shops! You should also see St Rmi Basilica which is the largest Romanesque pilgrimage church in France. If you are short on time, be sure to take the little tram ride around the city to take in major sites. If time permits, be sure to make the climb to the top of the Cathedral to get splendid views of the city and breathtaking upclose views of the Cathedral architecture.
Going east of Paris you will also find the city of Metz. Metz is located on the Mozelle River. There is a delightful covered market on the cathedral square, and of course, the Cathedral is not to be missed! The Cathedral has amazing stained glass, including some designed by Chagall and is nicknamed 'God's Lantern' because the cathedral is flooded with light due to having the second highest nave in France. Be sure to see Porte des Allemands which is one of the original city gates; the architecture is amazing. Finally, don't miss Graoully, the legendary monster that Rabelais describes in Gargantua and Pantagruel.
Strasbourg, in far eastern France will give you a taste of the "German" side of France. This section of France was handed back and forth between Germany and France for years before finally becoming part of France in WWI. Strasbourg's historic center was classified as a World Heritage Site in 1988 by Unesco - a unique honor in that it was the first time this designation was given to a whole city. Besides visiting the enormous Cathedral (built on the site of a Roman temple) you will want to see the Astronomical Clock where the 'Parade of the Apostles' takes place at noon every day.
Dijon is known for its famous mustard and beautiful tile roofs. Dijon has an enormous covered marked that is great fun, in addition to a weekly out-door market. The shopping is great and it is a wonderfully pedestrian friendly city with lots of parks. You can see centuries of architectural styles in the three churches of St Bngigne, St Michel and Notre Dame. St Bngigne is a huge Romanesque church, St Michel is a good example of Renaissance architecture and Notre Dame is 13th century Gothic.
From Dijon, travel on to Beaune for more amazing tiled roofs! Beaune is in the heart of the vineyards so it is a great place for wine-tasting and excursions to the vineyards. The Hospices de Beaune is a historical monument dating from the 15th century that is now a museum. It is definitely a must see location. My favorite thing to do, however, is to simply walk the cobbled streets and enjoy the timbered buildings and tiled roofs. Beaune is a beautiful town.
Chartres is only an hour trip from Paris by train and the Cathedral will be the highlight of your visit. It is one of the three original Gothic cathedrals in France and is built on the remains of a Druid worship site. While you are there, be sure to visit the crypt and see the original churches that were built on this site. You will also not want to miss Chartres en Lumieres, the light show between April and September of all the historic buildings. I love Chartres for the cathedral, antique stores, and general shopping. After a day trip, you will want to return and spend several days exploring the city.
Finally, Tours can be your gateway to the Loire Valley and all of the Chateaux. The Cathedral of St.Gatien has amazing 13th century stained glass. The Cathedral is a combination of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. You will find the atmosphere of the Cathedral permeating some of Honor de Balzacs novels. Tours is renowned for the French language; it is said to be the purest form of French spoken in the hexagon. Tours' Central park is a beautifully serene place to visit and the HUGE trees are breathtaking.

The top 5 cities to visit in France

France is an amazing country, with some really beautiful cities. I took France to the controversial and difficult task to narrow the list to a top 5 cities on vacation you should go to a luxury.

Nancy

Nancy is a must visit in France for a holiday in England, largely because it carries an air of dignity and elegance rarely found in cities. And some beautiful architecture and some interesting museums, the city offers a sophisticated feel allthe way to the shops that feel almost designed for the windows.

Avignon

If you're looking to explore Provence, there is only one choice, find a hotel reservation in France. Avignon is an old charming city full of art and architecture jaw dropped. The experience begins the approach that if you are beautifully preserved in the stone walls make the circles of the city, and not end until they see the famous Bridge (tin d'Avignon), the medieval castle and thePalais des Papes (Papal Palace). But perhaps the ultimate pleasure is to watch people - now a thriving city of students, it is almost rivals Paris as a place to sit and pass the world. A must for any kind of luxury holiday in France.

Lyon

If you are faced with a city the size of Lyon, it may be that there is an enormous amount of things to do to appeal to all tastes and not disappoint the city. As the second largest metropolitan area in France, it is no surprise to see thatCity has made great art galleries and museums, nightlife, fantastic delivery and many gourmet dinners. If all this sounds too fast, there's also the old town, the cultural significance enough to be designated by UNESCO as World Heritage. Lyon is for someone, the capital of life experience outside of their luxury holiday in France.

Strasbourg

Nice and open minded, is a cultural oasis in Strasbourg, and aMust during a visit to Alsace. You can change the taste of Europe, in much of the city, the European Parliament on the Franco-German TV network, that make you feel good about the basics, and this is the friendly international opinion that Strasbourg is an ideal place for walking. In addition, there are some excellent restaurants, bars and excellent museums - all great ways to highlight visits to the imposing cathedral and the old town. So make sure you do not look for accommodation herewhen Parliament is in session - you have to look elsewhere for a hotel in France!

Paris

needs no introduction, and is the first call, more luxury holiday in France. Paris really the best part is that there are many things differently, many people be so - is a wonderland of shopping, a cultural epicenter , an architect of the dream and the best place in the world, enjoy a gourmet meal. It also has the most iconic buildings and monumentsto manage than many entire countries! All these elements combine to ensure that Paris is the best city to visit if you somehow managed to lose much of it that way.

No doubt many will agree with my list not because a luxury holiday in France offers many things to different people differently. Whether you feel others should be included or not, one thing is certain: these are worth five points each time visitor. Consider this list when you bookhotels in France and the luxury vacation should be memorable.

Attractions cities in France

Hostels in France offer an ideal base for exploring the quiet countryside and mountains. The travelers can experience real French, however, most research in their cities, which are art and history to win even hums with contemporary cool.

Paris

Even if France, a great savings made in Paris are the most expensive cities, backpackers is full of attractions and activities. The visit of the EiffelTower is always an unforgettable experience and the Arc de Triomphe, Notre Dame and the Champs-Elysees, you will not be disappointed.

The French capital is a cultural center with numerous galleries, museums like the Louvre, lectures and conferences.

From the 17th Century, coffee in the center of Parisian cultural scene and there are many cafes and tourist center, where the intellectual and philosophical debate is still on everyone's lips. Shopping malls and designer boutiques are alsoa great way for backpackers to spend hours window-shopping.

Avignon

Religious History buffs should head to Avignon in southeastern France, where the powerful Notre Dames 12th Century, the cathedral and the 14th Century Pope's Palace can be observed.

Arles

The idyllic town of Arles, in Provence is located on the Rhone, and worth going to see for its Roman theater, arena, Baths of Constantine and the necropolis of Alyscamps.

Arles is alwaysBuzz of summer festivals and cultural events to enjoy a budget backpacker.

Aix-en-Provence

Near the picturesque, the third century Aix-en-Provence will delight art lovers. Known as the art city, is home to art schools, universities and galleries.

Passengers can get on a visit to the nearby town of Mont Sainte-Victoire, which was attended by Paul Cezanne, and you see the famous castle where Picasso lived and the area where he is nowburied.

Marseilles

The port of Marseille on the Mediterranean, the largest city in France and the third a center of high culture and popular. The 18th century Opera, make lively hip-hop, and film and media community is a thriving art destination for travelers.

Beautiful

Variety is the French Riviera Nice worth the trip just to see Glamour. For an authentic experience of France Hostels, Backpackers target should reside inNice people, but the areas of budget-friendly.

Walk along the promenade and the discovery of the rich and famous, the party is to come here always a fun activity for fans of the rich and fascinating forms.

Lyon

the second largest conurbation Lyon France. The Place Bellecour is the largest square in Europe and is a very pleasant place to stroll or spend the afternoon sitting in a cafe and watch people.

Lyon is known for itsTraditional dishes like Coq au Vin and matrimonial law or tripe and onions. Travelers should visit traditional restaurants as bouchons known for authentic culinary experience and taste, try the famous wines and cuisine.

Toulouse

Toulouse is situated on the shores of the river Garonne in Midi-Pyrenees and is the site of one of the oldest universities in Europe.

The pseudo red brick buildings in Toulouse Romans brought the nickname "Pink City", and is small enoughwander on foot, so taking backpackers in medieval buildings and palaces, inspired by the wealth and splendor of the past in the city.