15 days in France & Luxembourg City Itinerary
15 days in France & Luxembourg City Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Europe trip itinerary builder
Start: Birmingham, United Kingdom
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Paris, France
— 2 nights
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Reims, France
— 1 night
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Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
— 1 night
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Metz, France
— 1 night
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Nancy, France
— 1 night
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Dijon, France
— 1 night
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Lyon, France
— 1 night
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Montpellier, France
— 2 nights
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Toulouse, France
— 1 night
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Bordeaux, France
— 1 night
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Nantes, France
— 2 nights
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End: Birmingham, United Kingdom
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Paris, France — 2 nights
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A beautiful and romantic city fit for any itinerary, Paris brims with historic associations and remains vastly influential in the realms of culture, art, fashion, food and design.Start off your visit on the 24th (Thu): get to know the fascinating history of Champs-Elysees. On the 25th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay, then contemplate the long history of Arc de Triomphe, and then make a trip to Louvre Museum.
For ratings, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Paris journey app.
Birmingham, UK to Paris is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also take a train; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 13°C in March, and nighttime lows around 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sat) to allow enough time to take a train to Reims.
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Reims, France — 1 night
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Reims is home to Champagne--the most celebrated and celebratory wine in the world.Kick off your visit on the 27th (Sun): admire the striking features of Palais du Tau, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Reims, then admire the local landmark of Fontaine Sube, then learn about winemaking at Nomad Wine, and finally play a few rounds at Ugolf Reims-Bezannes.
For ratings, traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Reims travel planning tool.
Traveling by train from Paris to Reims takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Paris in March, Reims is slightly colder at night with lows of 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Luxembourg City.
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Luxembourg City, Luxembourg — 1 night
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While Luxembourg City boasts the shiny headquarters of several European institutions and EU offices, it is also home to a beautiful old town that's designated as a World Heritage Site.Kick off your visit on the 28th (Mon): make a trip to Place de la Constitution, contemplate the long history of Grand Ducal Palace, pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Notre-Dame, then make a trip to William Square, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Le Chemin de la Corniche, and finally make a trip to Casemates du Bock.
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You can drive from Reims to Luxembourg City in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. While traveling from Reims, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Luxembourg City, ranging from highs of 11°C to lows of 2°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Mon) so you can go by car to Metz.
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Metz, France — 1 night
Located at the confluence of the Moselle and the Seille rivers bordering Luxembourg and Germany, Metz has a cultural confluence as well with a merging of its French and German heritage and military traditions.Kick off your visit on the 29th (Tue): get outside with Plan d'Eau de Metz, soak in style at Turkish baths, then admire the striking features of Visites touristiques et exploration urbaine de Metz, then admire the striking features of Œuvre de la cathédrale, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Corps de Garde de Metz.
To see where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Metz trip maker app.
Drive from Luxembourg City to Metz in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In March, plan for daily highs up to 11°C, and evening lows to 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Nancy.
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Nancy, France — 1 night
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Crossed by the Canal de la Marne au Rhin, Nancy has many small boats and péniches (barges) that navigate the canal waterways, giving you a fantastic vantage point of the city's historical architecture from the water.Kick off your visit on the 30th (Wed): explore the world behind art at Musee de l'Ecole de Nancy, then explore the world behind art at Musee des Beaux-Arts de Nancy, then admire the landmark architecture of Hotel de Ville, and finally don't miss a visit to Place Stanislas.
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Getting from Metz to Nancy by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a shuttle; or take a train. In March, plan for daily highs up to 13°C, and evening lows to 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Dijon.
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Dijon, France — 1 night
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Perhaps best known for its locally produced mustard, Dijon also makes a wonderfully flavorful crème de cassis, or blackcurrant liqueur, and boasts excellent examples of regional architecture with polychrome roofs made of tiles in terracotta, green, yellow, and black placed in geometric patterns.Kick off your visit on the 31st (Thu): make a trip to Place de la Liberation, see the interesting displays at Musee Magnin, admire the landmark architecture of Hotel de Vogue, stroll through Owl's Trail, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedrale Saint-Benigne de Dijon, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chapelle des Elus.
For photos, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, read Dijon trip maker website.
You can drive from Nancy to Dijon in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In March, daily temperatures in Dijon can reach 14°C, while at night they dip to 2°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Thu) early enough to go by car to Lyon.
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Lyon, France — 1 night
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Lyon is a historical city with a vibrant cultural scene as the birthplace of cinema, the silk capital of the globe, and the second biggest Renaissance city following Venice.Kick off your visit on the 1st (Fri): appreciate the extensive heritage of Colline de Fourviere, admire the landmark architecture of Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere, then have some family-friendly fun at DreamAway Lyon, and finally stroll around Parc de la Tete d'Or.
To find maps, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Lyon online tour planner.
You can drive from Dijon to Lyon in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Lyon can reach 15°C, while at night they dip to 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Fri) early enough to take a train to Montpellier.
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Montpellier, France — 2 nights
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"Montpellier is a modern, compact, and fast-growing city about 10 km (6 mi) inland from the Mediterranean coast with an active, youthful vibe.On the 2nd (Sat), look for all kinds of wild species at Le Parc Ornithologique de Pont de Gau, then get outside with Promenade a Cheval La Marisma, then identify plant and animal life at Parc Naturel Regional de Camargue, and finally take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback. Here are some ideas for day two: appreciate the history behind Palais de Justice, have some family-friendly fun at Mad Monkey, don't miss a visit to Place Saint-Roch, then admire the masterpieces at Musee Fabre, and finally explore the world behind art at Espace Dominique Bagouet.
To find traveler tips, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Montpellier trip itinerary builder.
Take a train from Lyon to Montpellier in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April, daytime highs in Montpellier are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sun) early enough to drive to Toulouse.
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Toulouse, France — 1 night
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On the Garonne River, Toulouse is on the site of an ancient Roman settlement, and even today, many of the smaller streets follow their Roman counterparts, while many of the red brick buildings are built in a pseudo-Roman style.Start off your visit on the 4th (Mon): don't miss a visit to Le Capitole, snap pictures at Pont Neuf, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Church of Les Jacobins, stop by La Maison du savon de Marseille, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilique Saint-Sernin, and finally explore the world behind art at Musee des Augustins.
To find traveler tips, reviews, ratings, and other tourist information, go to the Toulouse itinerary maker website.
You can drive from Montpellier to Toulouse in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Toulouse can reach 21°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Bordeaux.
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Bordeaux, France — 1 night
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With a long history of producing regional wines since the Romans brought grapevines here during the first century, so many people consider Bordeaux to be the wine capital of the world.Start off your visit on the 5th (Tue): pause for some serene contemplation at Tour Pey-Berland, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Andre Cathedral, then get to know the fascinating history of Place de la Bourse, then get your game on at Virtual Room Bordeaux, and finally get your game on at Simfactory.
For where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Bordeaux itinerary maker website.
Traveling by car from Toulouse to Bordeaux takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. April in Bordeaux sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Tue) early enough to drive to Nantes.
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Nantes, France — 2 nights
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Regarded as an art and history city, Nantes is called the Venice of the West.Start off your visit on the 6th (Wed): take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin des Plantes, then step into the grandiose world of Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, then see the interesting displays at Les Machines de L'ile, and finally partake in some friendly competition at Sisters Mysteres. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: stroll around Arboretum Cimetiere Parc, pause for some serene contemplation at Eglise Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Port, then put a fun spin on your tour with Qui Veut Pister, and finally look for gifts at Epicure Vous Salue.
To find where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Nantes vacation planner.
Traveling by car from Bordeaux to Nantes takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In April, daily temperatures in Nantes can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Thu) early enough to fly back home.
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France travel guide
France has been the world's most popular tourist destination for decades, and geographically, it is one of the most diverse countries in Europe. Its cities are holiday hot spots and contain some of the greatest treasures in Europe, its countryside is prosperous and well tended, and it boasts dozens of major tourist attractions, like Paris, the French Riviera, the Atlantic beaches, the winter sport resorts of the French Alps, as well as the castles of the Loire Valley, Brittany, and Normandy. The country is renowned for its gastronomy, particularly wines and cheeses, as well as its history, culture, and fashion industry.
You'll find that the French people are very polite and may react coldly to you if you forget this. You might be surprised as you're greeted by other customers and the proprieter when you walk into a restaurant or a shop. Be sure to take your sightseeing off the beaten path in France. Besides the famous Eiffel Tower and the chic resorts of the Côte d'Azur (French Riviera) you'll find many places to visit in the form of museums filled with fine art, crafts, and archaeological relics, wonderful medieval villages and castles, diverse national parks, and local shopping direct from artisans themselves.
Whether you're touring the Christmas Markets or going skiing during winter, viewing the springtime influx of color in Provence, sunbathing on the Mediterranean coast in the summer, or watching the fall foliage against the backdrop of the châteaux in the Loire Valley, you're sure to find just the right place to be. Spring is a time when the tourist attractions are just starting to expand their hours, but it may still be cold in the mountainous regions and the north. Summer is the busiest time in France with the longest hours for many museums and attractions, but it's often when you will experience the most crowds. Winter in France is filled with winter carnivals, Christmas Markets, and of course, skiing. Fall is a time to celebrate the release of Beaujolais nouveau wine in November, as well as experience Nuit Blanche, a day in October when major attractions, museums, galleries, parks, and swimming pools remain open all night.
