25 days in France, San Sebastian - Donostia & Bilbao Itinerary
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Start: Zwingenberg, Germany
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Bayeux, France
— 2 nights
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Mont-Saint-Michel, France
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Ploumanac'h, France
— 1 night
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Rennes, France
— 2 nights
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Nantes, France
— 2 nights
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Bordeaux, France
— 2 nights
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San Sebastian - Donostia, Spain
— 3 nights
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Bilbao, Spain
— 1 night
Bus to Biarritz, Fly to Aix-en-Provence
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Aix-en-Provence, France
— 8 nights
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Strasbourg, France
— 2 nights
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End: Zwingenberg, Germany
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Bayeux, France — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 27th (Tue): brush up on your military savvy at Musee D-Day Omaha, explore the different monuments and memorials at Normandy American Cemetery, then explore the different monuments and memorials at Bayeux War Cemetery, and finally explore the world behind art at Musee de la Tapisserie de Bayeux.
For maps, other places to visit, reviews, and more tourist information, refer to the Bayeux road trip tool.
Zwingenberg, Germany to Bayeux is an approximately 10.5-hour car ride. You can also drive. Traveling from Zwingenberg in July, things will get little chillier in Bayeux: highs are around 27°C and lows about 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Mont-Saint-Michel.
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Zwingenberg, Germany to Bayeux is an approximately 10.5-hour car ride. You can also drive. Traveling from Zwingenberg in July, things will get little chillier in Bayeux: highs are around 27°C and lows about 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Mont-Saint-Michel.
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Kick off your visit on the 28th (Wed): explore the different monuments and memorials at Cimetiere Militaire Americain de Saint-James, don't miss a visit to La Grande Rue, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Église Saint-Pierre - Le Mont-Saint-Michel.
To find photos, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Mont-Saint-Michel driving holiday planning site.
You can drive from Bayeux to Mont-Saint-Michel in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In July, daytime highs in Mont-Saint-Michel are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Ploumanac'h.
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You can drive from Bayeux to Mont-Saint-Michel in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In July, daytime highs in Mont-Saint-Michel are 26°C, while nighttime lows are 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Ploumanac'h.
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Ploumanac'h, France — 1 night
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Explore your travel options from Mont-Saint-Michel to Ploumanac'h with the Route module. In July, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Rennes.
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Explore your travel options from Mont-Saint-Michel to Ploumanac'h with the Route module. In July, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Rennes.
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Rennes, France — 2 nights
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Keep things going the next day: admire the landmark architecture of Parlement de Bretagne, then don't miss a visit to Centre Historique de Rennes, and then stroll around Parc du Thabor.
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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Ploumanac'h to Rennes. While traveling from Ploumanac'h, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Rennes, ranging from highs of 28°C to lows of 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Nantes.
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For photos, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Rennes road trip site.
Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Ploumanac'h to Rennes. While traveling from Ploumanac'h, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Rennes, ranging from highs of 28°C to lows of 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Nantes.
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Nantes, France — 2 nights
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Venice of the West
On the 1st (Sun), admire the natural beauty at Jardin des Plantes, see the interesting displays at Les Machines de L'ile, and then explore the historical opulence of Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne. On the 2nd (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: pause for some serene contemplation at Cathedrale Saint-Pierre et Saint-Paul de Nantes, then learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Planete Sauvage, and then wander the streets of Passage Pommeraye.
For other places to visit, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Nantes trip itinerary maker.
You can drive from Rennes to Nantes in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Nantes are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Mon) so you can drive to Bordeaux.
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For other places to visit, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Nantes trip itinerary maker.
You can drive from Rennes to Nantes in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Nantes are 30°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Mon) so you can drive to Bordeaux.
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Bordeaux, France — 2 nights
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The Port of the Moon
Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Tue): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Tour Pey-Berland, make a trip to The Water Mirror, then don't miss a visit to Place de la Bourse, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Andre Cathedral. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the landmark architecture of La Cite du Vin, then learn about winemaking at Chateau de Reignac, and then make a trip to Place du Parlement.
For ratings, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Bordeaux trip planner.
Traveling by car from Nantes to Bordeaux takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In August, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to drive to San Sebastian - Donostia.
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For ratings, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Bordeaux trip planner.
Traveling by car from Nantes to Bordeaux takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In August, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to drive to San Sebastian - Donostia.
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San Sebastian - Donostia, Spain — 3 nights
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Pearl of the Cantabrian Sea
San Sebastian - Donostia is known for beaches, nature, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: tour the pleasant surroundings at La Concha Beach, wander the streets of Parte Vieja, take in the awesome beauty at Monte Urgull, and indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour.
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You can drive from Bordeaux to San Sebastian - Donostia in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In August, plan for daily highs up to 29°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) early enough to drive to Bilbao.
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To find reviews, ratings, photos, and tourist information, read our San Sebastian - Donostia trip itinerary maker tool.
You can drive from Bordeaux to San Sebastian - Donostia in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In August, plan for daily highs up to 29°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) early enough to drive to Bilbao.
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Bilbao, Spain — 1 night
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Modern Capital of Spain
Kick off your visit on the 7th (Sat): stop by La Bendita.
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Drive from San Sebastian - Donostia to Bilbao in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In August, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) early enough to travel to Aix-en-Provence.
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Drive from San Sebastian - Donostia to Bilbao in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In August, plan for daily highs up to 31°C, and evening lows to 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) early enough to travel to Aix-en-Provence.
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Aix-en-Provence, France — 8 nights
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City of a Thousand Fountains
Change things up with these side-trips from Aix-en-Provence: Pont du Gard (in Vers-Pont-du-Gard), Les Baux de Provence (Chateau des Baux de Provence & Carrieres des Lumieres) and Avignon (Palais des Papes & Pont d'Avignon). There's still lots to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde, examine the collection at Musee Granet, don't miss a visit to Cours Mirabeau, and contemplate the long history of Paroisse Cathédrale Saint Sauveur Aix-en-Provence.
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Getting from Bilbao to Aix-en-Provence by combination of bus and flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: fly; or drive. Traveling from Bilbao in August, you will find days in Aix-en-Provence are somewhat warmer (35°C), and nights are about the same (21°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Strasbourg.
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Getting from Bilbao to Aix-en-Provence by combination of bus and flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: fly; or drive. Traveling from Bilbao in August, you will find days in Aix-en-Provence are somewhat warmer (35°C), and nights are about the same (21°C). Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Strasbourg.
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Strasbourg, France — 2 nights
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Crossroads of Europe
Kick off your visit on the 18th (Wed): make a trip to Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg and then admire nature's wide array of creatures at La Montagne des Singes. Here are some ideas for day two: stroll around Parc de l'Orangerie, make a trip to Barrage Vauban, and then wander the streets of La Petite France.
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You can fly from Aix-en-Provence to Strasbourg in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or drive. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Aix-en-Provence in August: high temperatures in Strasbourg hover around 30°C and lows are around 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Thu) to allow time to drive back home.
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You can fly from Aix-en-Provence to Strasbourg in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and train; or drive. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Aix-en-Provence in August: high temperatures in Strasbourg hover around 30°C and lows are around 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Thu) to allow time to drive back home.
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France travel guide
France has been the world's most popular tourist destination for decades, and geographically, it is one of the most diverse countries in Europe. Its cities are holiday hot spots and contain some of the greatest treasures in Europe, its countryside is prosperous and well tended, and it boasts dozens of major tourist attractions, like Paris, the French Riviera, the Atlantic beaches, the winter sport resorts of the French Alps, as well as the castles of the Loire Valley, Brittany, and Normandy. The country is renowned for its gastronomy, particularly wines and cheeses, as well as its history, culture, and fashion industry.
You'll find that the French people are very polite and may react coldly to you if you forget this. You might be surprised as you're greeted by other customers and the proprieter when you walk into a restaurant or a shop. Be sure to take your sightseeing off the beaten path in France. Besides the famous Eiffel Tower and the chic resorts of the Côte d'Azur (French Riviera) you'll find many places to visit in the form of museums filled with fine art, crafts, and archaeological relics, wonderful medieval villages and castles, diverse national parks, and local shopping direct from artisans themselves.
Whether you're touring the Christmas Markets or going skiing during winter, viewing the springtime influx of color in Provence, sunbathing on the Mediterranean coast in the summer, or watching the fall foliage against the backdrop of the châteaux in the Loire Valley, you're sure to find just the right place to be. Spring is a time when the tourist attractions are just starting to expand their hours, but it may still be cold in the mountainous regions and the north. Summer is the busiest time in France with the longest hours for many museums and attractions, but it's often when you will experience the most crowds. Winter in France is filled with winter carnivals, Christmas Markets, and of course, skiing. Fall is a time to celebrate the release of Beaujolais nouveau wine in November, as well as experience Nuit Blanche, a day in October when major attractions, museums, galleries, parks, and swimming pools remain open all night.
