58 days in France Itinerary
58 days in France Itinerary
Created using Inspirock France travel planner
Start: Roscoff
Drive
1
Arradon
— 4 nights
Drive
2
Saint-Jean-de-Monts
— 5 nights
Drive
3
Rochefort
— 2 nights
Drive
4
Pauillac
— 6 nights
Drive
5
Bordeaux
— 7 nights
Drive
6
Sadirac
— 5 nights
Drive
7
Saint-Emilion
— 5 nights
Drive
8
Clermont-Ferrand
— 2 nights
Drive
9
Macon
— 2 nights
Drive
10
Chalon-sur-Saone
— 3 nights
Drive
11
Beaune
— 4 nights
Drive
12
Dijon
— 4 nights
Drive
13
Auxerre
— 3 nights
Drive
14
Troyes
— 4 nights
Drive
15
Epernay
— 1 night
Drive
End: Calais
Mon, Apr 25 - Tue, Jun 21
Edit
| S | M | T | W | T | F | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
24
|
25
|
26
|
27
|
28
|
29
|
30
|
|
1
|
2
|
3
|
4
|
5
|
6
|
7
|
|
8
|
9
|
10
|
11
|
12
|
13
|
14
|
|
15
|
16
|
17
|
18
|
19
|
20
|
21
|
|
22
|
23
|
24
|
25
|
26
|
27
|
28
|
|
29
|
30
|
31
|
1
|
2
|
3
|
4
|
|
5
|
6
|
7
|
8
|
9
|
10
|
11
|
|
12
|
13
|
14
|
15
|
16
|
17
|
18
|
|
19
|
20
|
21
|
22
|
23
|
24
|
25
|
View full calendar
Arradon — 4 nights
©
Arradon is a commune in the Morbihan department in the Brittany region in northwestern France.PopulationThe inhabitants of Arradon are known as Arradonnais. Quartier Napoleonien and Abbey Bon Repos will appeal to history buffs. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at La Maison du Cidre and Eglise Saint-Gregoire de Lanrivain. Explore Arradon's surroundings by going to Biscuiterie des Venetes (in Saint-Armel) and Eglise de Saint-Cyr et Sainte Julitte (in Ambon). There's still lots to do: explore the world behind art at Musee des Arts, Metiers Et Commerces, get outside with Marais de Lasne, make a trip to Tumulus et Tombelles de Kernours, and explore the ancient world of Cromelech de Kergonan.
To find where to stay, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, use the Arradon trip maker app.
Roscoff to Arradon is an approximately 2.5-hour car ride. In April, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Saint-Jean-de-Monts.
To find where to stay, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, use the Arradon trip maker app.
Roscoff to Arradon is an approximately 2.5-hour car ride. In April, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Saint-Jean-de-Monts.
Side Trips
Saint-Armel, Ile de Berder, Musee des Arts, Metiers Et Commerces, Abbey Bon Repos, Tumulus et Tombelles de Kernours
Find places to stay Apr 25 — 29:
Highlights from your trip
Saint-Jean-de-Monts — 5 nights
©
Saint-Jean-de-Monts is a commune in the Vendée department in the Pays de la Loire region in western France.GeographyThe town is situated in the west of the département, between Notre-Dame-de-Monts and Saint-Hilaire-de-Riez. Get some cultural insight at Vendee Miniature and Chateau de Tiffauges. Get some historical perspective at Château de Talmont and Eglise Saint-Jean-Baptiste. Get out of town with these interesting Saint-Jean-de-Monts side-trips: Chateau des Aventuriers (in Avrille), Les Sables-d'Olonne (Quartier de l'Ile de Penotte & Zoo des Sables d'Olonne) and Saint-Nazaire (Sous-Marin l'Espadon & Escal'Atlantic). There's much more to do: find something for the whole family at Le Grand Defi, view the masterpieces at La Perle des Dieux, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Planete Sauvage, and kick back and relax at Plage des Soixante Bornes.
To find where to stay, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Saint-Jean-de-Monts day trip planning site.
Getting from Arradon to Saint-Jean-de-Monts by car takes about 2.5 hours. In April, daytime highs in Saint-Jean-de-Monts are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to drive to Rochefort.
To find where to stay, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Saint-Jean-de-Monts day trip planning site.
Getting from Arradon to Saint-Jean-de-Monts by car takes about 2.5 hours. In April, daytime highs in Saint-Jean-de-Monts are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to drive to Rochefort.
Side Trips
Find places to stay Apr 29 — May 4:
Highlights from your trip
Rochefort — 2 nights
©
Rochefort is a commune in southwestern France, a port on the Charente estuary. Kick off your visit on the 4th (Wed): see the interesting displays at Corderie Royale, brush up on your military savvy at Musee National de la Marine, and then see the interesting displays at Musee des Commerces d'Autrefois. On your second day here, step into the grandiose world of Chateau de La Roche-Courbon, then explore the ancient world of Amphitheatre de Saintes, then explore the historical opulence of Chateau d'Oleron, and finally don't miss a visit to Caserne de Brouage.
For traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Rochefort road trip planner.
You can drive from Saint-Jean-de-Monts to Rochefort in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. May in Rochefort sees daily highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Pauillac.
For traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Rochefort road trip planner.
You can drive from Saint-Jean-de-Monts to Rochefort in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a bus. May in Rochefort sees daily highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Pauillac.
Side Trips
Find places to stay May 4 — 6:
Highlights from your trip
Pauillac — 6 nights
©
Get some historical perspective at Chateau Lamothe-Bergeron and Chateau Les Chaumes. Appreciate the collections at Chateau Lafite and Le Garde Memoire. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Pauillac: Margaux (Chateau Marquis de Terme, Chateau Lascombes, &more), Lac d'Hourtin (in Maubuisson) and Château Maucaillou - Musée des arts et métiers de la vigne (in Moulis-en-Medoc).
To see photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Pauillac trip planner.
Traveling by car from Rochefort to Pauillac takes 2.5 hours. May in Pauillac sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C at night. You'll have a few hours on the 12th (Thu) to wrap things up before traveling to Bordeaux.
To see photos, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Pauillac trip planner.
Traveling by car from Rochefort to Pauillac takes 2.5 hours. May in Pauillac sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C at night. You'll have a few hours on the 12th (Thu) to wrap things up before traveling to Bordeaux.
Side Trips
Find places to stay May 6 — 12:
Highlights from your trip
Bordeaux — 7 nights
©
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.Place de la Bourse and St. Andre Cathedral are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Museum-lovers will get to explore La Cite du Vin and Musee de la Creation Franche. Go for a jaunt from Bordeaux to Saint-Loubes to see Chateau de Reignac about 32 minutes away. There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at CAPC Musee d'Art Contemporain, examine the collection at Musee du Vin et du Negoce, test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and take an in-depth tour of Musee d'Aquitaine.
To see reviews, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Bordeaux day trip planning app.
You can drive from Pauillac to Bordeaux in 1.5 hours. May in Bordeaux sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C at night. On the 19th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Sadirac.
Side Trip
Find places to stay May 12 — 19:
Highlights from your trip
Sadirac — 5 nights
©
Abbaye de La Sauve-Majeure and Chateau de Portets will appeal to history buffs. Notre Dame des Cyclistes and La Maison de la Poterie de Sadirac will appeal to museum buffs. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Sadirac: Chateau du Cros (in Loupiac), Chateau Malrome (in Saint-Andre-Du-Bois) and Barsac (Chateau de Myrat, Chateau Gravas, &more).
To find more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Sadirac trip planner.
Getting from Bordeaux to Sadirac by car takes about an hour. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in May, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Saint-Emilion.
To find more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Sadirac trip planner.
Getting from Bordeaux to Sadirac by car takes about an hour. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in May, and nighttime lows around 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Saint-Emilion.
Side Trips
Find places to stay May 19 — 24:
Highlights from your trip
Saint-Emilion — 5 nights
©
Standing magnificently on top of a hill overlooking the Dordogne Valley filled with lush vineyards, Saint-Émilion fuses history and modern culture with medieval ambience--even in its wine bars, museums, markets, art galleries, cafes, and shops.Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Chateau Cantenac and Cathedrale St-Front. Popular historic sites such as Monolithic Church of Saint-Emilion and Chateau de Hautefort are in your itinerary. Venture out of the city with trips to Golf des Vigiers (in Monestier), Perigueux (Vesunna & Musee d’Art et d’Archeologie du Perigord) and Chateau de Monbazillac (in Monbazillac). There's still lots to do: learn about winemaking at Chateau Laniote, take some stellar pictures from La Tour du Chateau du Roy, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise Collegiale de Saint-Emilion, and indulge your taste buds at Cloitre des Cordeliers.
For other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Saint-Emilion travel route app.
You can drive from Sadirac to Saint-Emilion in an hour. In May in Saint-Emilion, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 12°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Sun) early enough to drive to Clermont-Ferrand.
Side Trips
Find places to stay May 24 — 29:
Highlights from your trip
Clermont-Ferrand — 2 nights
©
Famous for its chain of extinct volcanoes surrounding Clermont-Ferrand includes the highest Puy-de-Dôme volcano only 13 km (8 mi) from its city center.On the 30th (Mon), get in on the family fun at Vulcania, then step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Murol, and then admire the striking features of L'Abbatiale Saint-Austremoine. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption, then examine the collection at L'Aventure Michelin, then step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Tournoel, and finally don't miss a visit to Musee Marcel Sahut.
For maps, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, read Clermont-Ferrand travel itinerary planner.
You can drive from Saint-Emilion to Clermont-Ferrand in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of train and bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Tue) so you can travel to Macon.
Side Trips
Find places to stay May 29 — 31:
Highlights from your trip
Macon — 2 nights
©
Mâcon, historically anglicized as Mascon, is a small city in east-central France. Kick off your visit on the 1st (Wed): examine the collection at Domaine des Saveurs - Les Planons, explore the galleries of Hameau Duboeuf, and then examine the collection at Hotel-Dieu. Keep things going the next day: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Vieux Saint-Vincent, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Abbey of Cluny, then explore the historical opulence of Chateau de Cormatin, and finally get engrossed in the history at Hotel-Dieu de Cluny.
To see ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Macon road trip planning app.
Drive from Clermont-Ferrand to Macon in 2.5 hours. May in Macon sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Thu) so you can drive to Chalon-sur-Saone.
To see ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Macon road trip planning app.
Drive from Clermont-Ferrand to Macon in 2.5 hours. May in Macon sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Thu) so you can drive to Chalon-sur-Saone.
Side Trips
Find places to stay May 31 — Jun 2:
Highlights from your trip
Chalon-sur-Saone — 3 nights
©
Chalon-sur-Saône is a commune in the Saône-et-Loire department in the region of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté in eastern France.It is a sub-prefecture of the department. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at musee Denon and Chateau de Brancion. Get some historical perspective at Saint-Philibert de Tournus and Chateau De Germolles. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Chalon-sur-Saone: Musee des Machines a nourrir le monde (in Clairvaux-les-Lacs) and Lons-le-Saunier (Hotel-Dieu de Lons-le-Saunier & La Maison de La Vache qui rit). There's still lots to do: see the interesting displays at Musee Nicephore Niepce, take in the spiritual surroundings of Abbaye de la Ferte, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Eglise Saint-Pierre.
For maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Chalon-sur-Saone online sightseeing planner.
Getting from Macon to Chalon-sur-Saone by car takes about an hour. Traveling from Macon in June, plan for little chillier nights in Chalon-sur-Saone, with lows around 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) early enough to drive to Beaune.
For maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Chalon-sur-Saone online sightseeing planner.
Getting from Macon to Chalon-sur-Saone by car takes about an hour. Traveling from Macon in June, plan for little chillier nights in Chalon-sur-Saone, with lows around 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) early enough to drive to Beaune.
Side Trips
Find places to stay Jun 2 — 5:
Highlights from your trip
Beaune — 4 nights
©
The Wine Capital of the Burgundy region in the Côte-d'Or department, Beaune is a walled city with features remaining from the pre-Roman and Roman eras in eastern France.Chateau de Savigny-les-Beaune and Collegiale Notre Dame will appeal to history buffs. Get some cultural insight at Hôtel-Dieu Museum Musée de l'Hôtel-Dieu and La Grande Saline - Musée du Sel. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Beaune: Château de Châteauneuf (in Chateauneuf), Abbaye de Fontenay (in Montbard) and Royal Saltworks of Arc-et-Senans (La Saline Royale) (in Arc-et-Senans). Next up on the itinerary: make a trip to Le Cassissium, explore the historical opulence of Chateau de La Rochepot, learn about winemaking at Olivier Leflaive, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Place de la Halle.
To see traveler tips, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Beaune travel route planning tool.
Traveling by car from Chalon-sur-Saone to Beaune takes an hour. In June, daily temperatures in Beaune can reach 28°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Thu) so you can go by car to Dijon.
Side Trips
Chateau de La Rochepot, La Grande Saline - Musée du Sel, Château de Châteauneuf, Abbaye de Fontenay, Royal Saltworks of Arc-et-Senans (La Saline Royale)
Find places to stay Jun 5 — 9:
Highlights from your trip
Dijon — 4 nights
©
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.Musee Rude and Musee des Beaux-Arts de Dijon will appeal to museum buffs. Get some cultural insight at Cathedrale Saint-Benigne de Dijon and MuseoParc Alesia. When in Dijon, make a side trip to see Chateau de Commarin in Commarin, approximately Commarin away. Dedicate the 12th (Sun) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's lots more to do: trek along Owl's Trail, get engrossed in the history at Musee de la Vie Bourguignonne, contemplate the long history of Maison Milliere, and make a trip to Place de la Liberation.
To find more things to do, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Dijon trip planning site.
You can drive from Beaune to Dijon in an hour. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. June in Dijon sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Auxerre.
Side Trips
Find places to stay Jun 9 — 13:
Highlights from your trip
Auxerre — 3 nights
©
Auxerre is the capital of the Yonne department and the fourth-largest city in Burgundy. Do some cultural sightseeing at Chateau Ancy-le Franc and Basilique Sainte Madeleine. Museum-lovers will appreciate Salle Eckmuhl and Musee Saint-Germain. Explore Auxerre's surroundings by going to Chablis Vititours (in Chablis), Guédelon (in Treigny) and Orléans Cathedral (in Orleans). There's much more to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Église Saint Eusèbe, look for gifts at Vins d'Ici ou d'Ailleurs, learn about winemaking at Les Caves Bailly Lapierre, and take in panoramic vistas at The Clock Tower.
To see traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Auxerre visit planner.
You can drive from Dijon to Auxerre in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In June in Auxerre, expect temperatures between 27°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) so you can go by car to Troyes.
To see traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Auxerre visit planner.
You can drive from Dijon to Auxerre in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In June in Auxerre, expect temperatures between 27°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) so you can go by car to Troyes.
Side Trips
Find places to stay Jun 13 — 16:
Highlights from your trip
Troyes — 4 nights
©
Many half-timbered houses from the 16th century remain in wonderful condition in the old town of Troyes.Do some cultural sightseeing at Cathedrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul and Ruelle des Chats. Museum-lovers will appreciate Maison de l'Outil et de la Pensee Ouvriere and Musee D'art Moderne. Next up on the itinerary: admire the striking features of Église Sainte-Madeleine, admire the natural beauty at Jardin de L'hotel Juvenal des Ursins, appreciate the history behind Le Coeur de Troyes, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilique Saint-Urbain.
For more things to do, traveler tips, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Troyes road trip tool.
You can drive from Auxerre to Troyes in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. June in Troyes sees daily highs of 27°C and lows of 13°C at night. You'll set off for Epernay on the 20th (Mon).
Find places to stay Jun 16 — 20:
Highlights from your trip
Epernay — 1 night
©
Best known for its Champagne production, Épernay is a small town featuring several famous brands, including Moët & Chandon, that have been aged in the miles of tunneled cellars carved from chalk rock beneath the town.Kick off your visit on the 21st (Tue): learn about winemaking at Moet et Chandon, appreciate the extensive heritage of Avenue de Champagne, then learn about winemaking at Champagne G. Tribaut, and finally get engrossed in the history at Memorial de Dormans 14-18.
To find reviews, ratings, photos, and tourist information, read our Epernay online day trip planner.
Drive from Troyes to Epernay in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or take a train. In June in Epernay, expect temperatures between 27°C during the day and 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Tue) so you can drive back home.
Side Trips
Find places to stay Jun 20 — 21:
Highlights from your trip
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.
