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Christmas and New Year in France 2026: Réveillon, Paris on 31 December and the Galette des Rois
Two public holidays, a Réveillon dinner on the 24th and 31st, and no fireworks at the Eiffel Tower on New Year's Eve.
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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
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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
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The Dark Side of Paris
Gallows, guillotines, massacres and six million skulls: the history behind the city of light, and where to see it
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Solo Female Traveler’s Guide to Safe Nightlife in Bordeaux
Where to go out alone in Bordeaux, which areas need more care late at night, and how to get home safely.
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