About a half hour drive from Paris is the picturesque French city of Orleans. Located on the Loire River, Orleans hosts five interesting museums, including the Joan of Arc House and the Museum of Natural Sciences. Throughout the city there are eight separate beautiful parks, which are ideal for a romantic French picnic. The beautiful river was once a busy trading route, but now only large ships are able to reach Nantes. Many of the boats that previously traveled along the river are displayed for the enjoyment of both locals and visitors.
From Orleans, rent your car to fancy French cities like Montargis or Glen to stay in any of the local rooms and breakfasts that are available. You may want to go to Blois to visit the world famous Chateau de Blois and walk along winding paths through a hilly city. Or head a little further west to the Tour for some of the best wines in the country and medieval sights. Whatever your interests, Orleans will give you the access you need to get big cities or small towns, but also have enough culture to make you feel immersed.
Known as the capital of the French Alps, Grenoble is one of the most beautiful cities in France. Homes for the 1968 Winter Olympics train athletes from around the world here. Up to 20 ski stations, Grenoble is a popular year-round destination for all kinds of people. The mountainous landscape is also filled with many abandoned factories and mills that attract all kinds of skiers, lovers of the day and photo lovers. Regardless of your reason to come here, you will not want to leave without gaining adventure in the open air!
Rent a car in Grenoble in many ski areas located outside the city for some of the best skiing in the world! Once you have your share in the area, you can head north to visit the beautiful Lake Geneva, in Switzerland or even go east and see Italy with your rental in Grenoble. Wherever you go, the car will give you the freedom you need to see more of France on your next European vacation!
