This week we hosted a Twitter Chat with the French Tourism Board in the US, Atout France USA, all about taking a romantic trip to France. And the feedback we got during the chat was so fantastic that we wanted to compile and share it here so that anyone thinking about a trip to France would be able to have all of these great tips at their disposal! Spoiler alert: everyone in the chat was a huge fan of wine.
So here we go: whether you’re part of a happy couple or you’re looking for a fun solo romantic trip, these are the best #FranceRomance tips from our fans:
1. Paris is, of course, one of the most romantic cities on earth, and it offers no shortage of romantic possibilities. Here are a few of Paris’s well-kept secrets… along with a few classic favorites!
A2: The secret garden hidden off the Champs-Elysee is magical when you’re with the right person. https://t.co/AwDQEhmAi2 #FranceRomance
— Christine Amorose (@cestchristine) February 10, 2016
A2: Or walking hand in hand with that someone special in the Buttes Chaumont Park #FranceRomance pic.twitter.com/AzoIvNyvv4
— RendezVous in France (@FranceTourismUS) February 10, 2016
@FranceTourismUS A2: Temple de la Sibylle in Parc des Buttes Chaumont! #FranceRomance
— Lucie CF (@Luciole12) February 10, 2016
I think that the most romantic vision to witness in #Paris the Eiffel Tower lit up at night! #TourEiffel #FranceRomance
— Lisa Amore (@lamore) February 10, 2016
A2: We’re partial to the #LoveWall in Montmartre. It says “I Love You” in all different languages! #FranceRomance pic.twitter.com/O8tHZJ8qKB
— Rail Europe (@raileurope) February 10, 2016
2. But Paris isn’t the only place for romance. Of all the different regions in France, the southern coast seemed to be a fan favorite during the chat.
A3: South: you have the Riviera & Cote d’Azur. If that isn’t an ideal getaway, what is? #FranceRomance pic.twitter.com/bZvld2izqm
— RendezVous in France (@FranceTourismUS) February 10, 2016
A3: South! French Riviera is perfect for relaxing & soaking up the sunshine with a glass of rose. #FranceRomance pic.twitter.com/ZZ2Ik4OEZY
— Christine Amorose (@cestchristine) February 10, 2016
@FranceTourismUS A3 I think #SouthofFrance wins! the vineyards,the coblestone streets! it’s magical! #FranceRomance pic.twitter.com/nGDVZJpI4P
— Diana aka LadydeeLG (@dianalimongi) February 10, 2016
A3: When I visited the south, all the towns smelled like lavender & chocolate, so that wins for me! #FranceRomance pic.twitter.com/UYd2LYLlZP
— Jackie D (@jackie_travels) February 10, 2016
A3: The South of France is the most romantic region of France. Sipping rosé on the beach w/ a loved one. Need I say more 😉 #FranceRomance
— Cécile (@cecileremington) February 10, 2016
3. No matter which region of the country you’re headed to, one thing is important: wine.
A3: West: Oysters in Brittany, wine in Bordeaux—the west coast says ‘romance’ from top to bottom #FranceRomance pic.twitter.com/CzppxZ9ONA
— RendezVous in France (@FranceTourismUS) February 10, 2016
A3: I also spent a summer living in #Burgundy: let me tell you, those vineyards are a very romantic setting! #FranceRomance
— Erin Morawetz (@TheSearch4Wifi) February 10, 2016
A5: for me the getaway is a tough choice between Alsace + the Loire Valley…both would involve wine (bien sur)! #franceromance
— susan hutchinson (@fleurishing) February 10, 2016
@fleurishing I feel like my biggest takeaway from this chat is that France equals romance because France equals wine 🙂 #FranceRomance
— Christine Amorose (@cestchristine) February 10, 2016
A5: Wine tours, bien sûr! #FranceRomance pic.twitter.com/Nk1ghyiWxM
— Pola (JettingAround) (@jettingaround) February 10, 2016
4. Another important thing: you can’t really go wrong with choosing a romantic meal in France.
I remember dining at Paul Bocuse in Lyon w/ chefs and food writers. What a wonderful (food) city. #FranceRomance pic.twitter.com/Ps655l5eXy
— Wendy J. Gordon (@WendyJGordon) February 10, 2016
A7: ultimate romantic french meal would be chocolate fondue with lots of fruits! #FranceRomance @FranceTourismUS @RailEurope
— Olga (@Social_Olga) February 10, 2016
A7: Ultimate romantic French meal w/someone special would be: Oysters with rosé, Steak Frites, and île flottante for dessert. #FranceRomance
— Cécile (@cecileremington) February 10, 2016
A7: A cheeseboard w/cold cuts, crostinis, tapenade, figs & wine! Perfect! #FranceRomance
— Carol Vu (@s_poet82) February 10, 2016
@laetitiabrock A7: Carbs are romantic – right? haha! Warm baguettes, Brie, macarons, and crepes! #FranceRomance https://t.co/07pRdeIe8a
— Kaoru (@Kay819) February 10, 2016
A7 Perfect meal: lunch @ stunning Le Train Bleu before boarding train to fab destination in the south #FranceRomance pic.twitter.com/flxXvNXUoR
— Laetitia Brock (@laetitiabrock) February 10, 2016
#chocolate is right up there with #wine for #FranceRomance #ValentinesDay don’t u think? https://t.co/SALIlz5MJR
— Hilarie Larson CSW (@NorthwindsWine) February 10, 2016
Q7: My ultimate romantic French meal – simple. Fresh, flaky, buttery croissants and coffee, sipped at a cafe, ppl watching. #FranceRomance
— Joelle (@hapabella) February 10, 2016
Our idea of #FranceRomance: https://t.co/HFDAa4RYTN pic.twitter.com/SSM5J4eJwb
— Condé Nast Traveler (@CNTraveler) February 10, 2016
5. And of course, there’s no denying the romance of a train ride through this beautiful country.
@raileurope A6: it’s so calm & relaxing! Love looking at the landscape while being comfortably seated #FranceRomance
— Lucie CF (@Luciole12) February 10, 2016
A6: Trains take you straight to the heart of a city – this is near the station in Aix-en-Provence! #FranceRomance pic.twitter.com/oBMN618TqE
— Rail Europe (@raileurope) February 10, 2016
@raileurope #FranceRomance The views passing by!
— Michele Adams (@Blondiemcl6) February 10, 2016
A6: Time to look into each other’s eyes and have private conversations without distractions Holding hands #FranceRomance
— Otir (@Otir) February 10, 2016
@raileurope I honeymooned In France #franceromance and used tickets I won from @raileurope on the @thalys_en train between german and france
— Michele Adams (@Blondiemcl6) February 10, 2016
A6: Being able to visit all the beautiful cities of France within couple hours from Paris #FranceRomance pic.twitter.com/FbnYDGKlj5
— Tiana Gamez (@GamezTiana) February 10, 2016
We had so much fun chatting all about #FranceRomance with everyone! You can still look up the #FranceRomance hashtag on Twitter if you want to read more of the discussion. And while you’re there, make sure you’re following us on Twitter (@raileurope) so you don’t miss the next chat. And if you liked this post, pin it to your travel boards so you don’t lose track of it!
