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Holiday homes in
Île-de-France

Paris at its heart, with royal palaces, historic towns, forests and villages surrounding the capital.

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Discover Île-de-France

A whole region to explore

Île-de-France is far more than central Paris. Beyond the capital lie Versailles, Fontainebleau, Saint-Germain-en-Laye, riverside towns, forests, market villages and easy day-trip country.

For visitors who want culture and city life without staying in the centre, the wider region offers excellent rail access, grand historic estates and green landscapes while keeping Paris within reach.

Explore the region

Île-de-France at a glance

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Bretagne Normandie Hauts- de-France Île-de- France Grand Est Pays de la Loire Centre- Val de Loire Bourgogne- Franche-Comté Nouvelle- Aquitaine Auvergne- Rhône-Alpes Occitanie Provence-Alpes- Côte d’Azur Corse

Paris

World-class museums, monuments, neighbourhoods, markets and dining.

Royal heritage

Versailles, Fontainebleau and other historic estates tell the story of royal France.

Forests & rivers

Large forests, the Seine and Marne valleys offer walking, cycling and quieter escapes.

Easy connections

Dense rail and road networks make it straightforward to combine city days with regional exploring.

Independent holiday rentals

Places to stay in Île-de-France

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Towns, coast & countryside

Places to explore in Île-de-France

Paris

The capital’s museums, monuments, neighbourhoods and food need little introduction.

Versailles

The palace, gardens and handsome town make one of France’s essential historic visits.

Fontainebleau

Royal château, old town and a vast forest popular with walkers and climbers.

Saint-Germain-en-Laye

A historic royal town west of Paris with terraces and views over the Seine.

Provins

A remarkably preserved medieval town in Seine-et-Marne.

Vallée de Chevreuse

Villages, woodland and countryside on the south-western edge of the capital region.

Make a holiday of it

What makes Île-de-France special

Explore the highlights

Use Île-de-France as a base for scenic drives, markets, historic places and relaxed days outdoors.

Eat & drink locally

Markets, regional produce, cafés and restaurants make local food an easy part of the holiday.

Slow down & stay longer

Mix headline sights with smaller towns, villages and countryside away from the busiest routes.

Plan your stay

When to visit Île-de-France

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Spring

Fresh landscapes, comfortable sightseeing weather and a quieter pace.

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Summer

Long days, outdoor dining and the widest choice of seasonal activities.

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Autumn

Harvest colour, quieter roads and excellent conditions for touring.

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Winter

Atmospheric towns and landscapes, with seasonal opening hours in some rural areas.

Travel & getting around

Getting to & around Île-de-France

Road and rail connections vary across the region; larger cities make useful gateways while a car gives the greatest flexibility for rural holiday homes and smaller places.

Plan journeys around the places you most want to visit and allow time for local roads, markets and scenic detours.

Île-de-France at a glance Essonne · Hauts-de-Seine · Paris · Seine-et-Marne · Seine-Saint-Denis

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