Lonely Planet Best Road Trips France

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's France's Best Road Trips. This trusted travel companion features 38 amazing drives, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. See Britanny's stunning coastline, explore medieval Burgundy, and trawl through Provence's markets. Get to France, rent a car, and hit the road!

Inside Lonely Planet's France's Best Road Trips:

Itineraries for classic road trips plus other lesser-known drives with expert advice to pick the routes that suit your interests and needs

Full-colour route maps - easy-to-read, detailed directions

Detours - delightful diversions to see France's highlights along the way

Link Your Trip - cruise from one driving route to the next

Insider tips - get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roads

Stretch Your Legs - the best things to do outside the car

Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices

Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss

Lavish colour photography provides inspiration throughout

Covers Paris, Alsace, Normandy, Brittany, the Loire Valley, the Auvergne, Burgundy, the Rhone Valley, Provence, the Basque Country, the Pyrenees, and more.





The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's France's Best Road Trips is perfect for exploring France via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car.

Planning a France trip sans a car? Lonely Planet's France, our most comprehensive guide to France, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.





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