🇫🇷 France

The Art of Living

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Essential Travel Info for France

Health & Safety

Vaccines:Routine vaccines

Water:Tap water is safe to drink.

“High standard of healthcare. Pharmacies (green cross) everywhere.”

Visa Requirements

EU Citizens:Schengen Area (Visa-free).

Others:Schengen Visa required for non-visa-exempt countries.

Internet & SIM

Quality:Excellent 4G/5G coverage.

Action:Orange or SFR prepaid SIM (presse/tabac shops).

Money & Tipping

Cash vs Card:Cards widely accepted. Cash for small boulangeries.

Tipping:Service compris (included). Small change appreciated.

Getting Around

Apps:Bonjour RATP, Citymapper, Uber, G7 Taxi

Drive:Drive on the RIGHT.

Extensive metro in Paris; TGV for intercity.

Safety: Safe

Generally safe. Watch for pickpockets in Paris metro/tourist sites.

SOS:112 (EU wide), 15 (Medical), 17 (Police)

Climate & Weather

Day

25°C (Summer)

Night

14°C

Sunny Hours:8 hours/day (Summer)

Temperate. Best May–Sep. Winters can be grey/rainy.

Electricity

230V • Type E (round pin with earth pin)

Local Etiquette

•Say "Bonjour" when entering a shop.
•Keep volume down in public.
•Don't rush meals.