Northern France and the Paris Region

Book excerpt: This newly revised title in the acclaimed Michelin Green Guide series covers the area extending from the region around Paris (Ile-de-France) north to the coast of French Flanders. Within these regions visitors will find a variety of attractions to suit all tastes : several of France's most prestigious monuments such as Chartres Cathedral and the palaces at Versailles and Fontainebleau, expansive beaches, vast open landscapes dotted with soaring belfries and windmills, Europe's premier theme park, Disneyland Paris, and much more... This guide also includes an abridged section on Paris designed for those planing a short stay in the French capital. Descriptions of over 800 selected attractions classified according to the famous Michelin star-rating system. Three summary maps - highlighting the principal sights, recommended touring programs, and selected places to stay and a specially designed map showing public transport access to attractions around Paris. Over 35 detailed city and regional maps and site plans. Informative essays in the Introduction presenting background on geography, history, art and local traditions. A 22-page Practical Information chapter packed with useful addresses and travel tips, information on leisure activities and sports, a calendar of events and admission times and charges. More than 130 full-color photographs and 35 drawings.