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Stories from October 2026

Everything published on this guide that month.

· 10 min read

Reims Christmas Market 2026: Dates, Hours and What to See

The chalets on the Hautes Promenades, the big wheel, Regalia on the cathedral and champagne cellars in winter

· 17 min read

The Bright Side of Lyon

The world's first veterinary school, a loom that read punched cards, the birth of cinema, candles in every window and 108 children rescued in one night: what Lyon gave the world, and where to find it

· 18 min read

The Dark Side of Paris

Gallows, guillotines, massacres and six million skulls: the history behind the city of light, and where to see it

· 11 min read

Strasbourg Christmas Market 2026: Dates, Hours and the Best Squares

The Christkindelsmärik, the Great Tree on Place Kléber and how to see it all on foot

· 10 min read

Colmar Christmas Markets 2026: Dates, Hours and the Six Markets

Petite Venise, the Koïfhus and a day trip from Strasbourg, with Eguisheim and Kaysersberg nearby

· 10 min read

Lyon Festival of Lights 2026: Dates, Hours and How to Visit

The Fête des Lumières from 5 to 8 December: the lumignons tradition, where to go, the rules and where to stay

· 11 min read

Nice Carnival and Menton Lemon Festival 2027: Dates, Tickets and Trains

Parades, battles of flowers and citrus sculptures on the Riviera in February, and how to see both by train

· 10 min read

Paris Christmas Markets 2026: Dates, Hours and Which Ones Are On

Notre-Dame, La Défense, the Tuileries and the Haussmann windows: what is confirmed for 2026 and where to check

· 11 min read

Is Nice Safe? Night, Solo Travel, Beaches & Theft Tips

Where theft happens, which areas need care after dark, beach safety and what to do if you are robbed

· 10 min read

Is Lyon Safe? Night, Neighbourhoods, Metro & Theft Tips

Where pickpockets work, which areas need care after dark, festival crowds and what to do if robbed

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