Beginners’ guide

If you have never embarked on an independent walking trip in France, the prospect may seem daunting. If so, you may like to read the following summary of our experience:

Walking in France: Approaching Montlaur in the Corbières — Approaching Montlaur in the Corbières

About France

Why walk in France?

What part of France?

The joys of French food

Cafés and bars

Offices of Tourism

Angry French dogs

Walking in France: Most of France is easy to walk in — Most of France is easy to walk in

Basic planning

What type of accommodation?

How far to walk per day

How much does it cost per day?

Equipment

Deciding what to take

Maps and guides

Phones and the internet

Walking in France: Beside the Canal of Burgundy — Beside the Canal of Burgundy

Transport

Arriving in Paris

Rail travel within France

Air travel within France

Reading/Links

Arriving in Paris