The Best Time to Visit France

France is one of those countries that is actually good to visit all year round depending on what type of trip you’re looking for.

If you’re looking for some sun and relaxation then the best time to visit is between May – September especially around the French Riviera. However, if you’re interested in snowboarding or skiing then you may want to visit the French Alps. The ski season generally starts around December – April.

For sightseeing and exploration in destinations such as Paris, try to visit between April & May or September & October. You will find that there are less tourists and slightly cooler weather.

Safety

Generally speaking, France is quite a safe country to visit and has many popular tourist destinations. The only destination in France that we would recommend taking caution in is Paris. Reason being is that Paris is renowned for pickpockets and some areas can be considered unsafe.

Whilst we have only visited a small amount of France, we wanted to share everything that we have learnt along the way with you. We have written a blog post about whether Paris is a safe city to visit which breaks it all down for you!

You can check out our guides below and the best things you can do whilst you’re in Paris as well as tips and tricks for having a safe journey and making the most of your time in France!