France retains its centuries-long status as a global centre of art, science, cuisine and philosophy. It hosts the fourth-largest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, with 54 in total, and is the world's leading tourist destination, having received 102 million foreign visitors in 2025.

France, a country of northwestern Europe, is historically and culturally among the most important countries in the Western world. It has also played a highly significant role in international affairs for centuries.

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Depuis la promulgation de la constitution de la Cinquième République en 1958, la France est une république constitutionnelle unitaire ayant un régime semi-présidentiel. Elle a pour capitale Paris et pour langue officielle le français, langue de l'administration depuis 1539.

Frequently asked questions and downloadable guides (PDF) are at your disposal. After checking whether you need a visa to stay in France, you can apply for one.

From Provence to Brittany, via the Loire Valley and the Dordogne Valley, the French countryside promises a break filled with relaxation and well-being. When the weather is nice, head to France’s cities! Strolls, new discoveries, and culinary delights await you around every corner.

Discover the best places to visit in France - from Paris, Versailles, and the Loire Valley castles to Provence, the French Riviera, and hidden gems across the country.

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Le prix de l'essence SP95-E10 a de nouveau dépassé les 2 euros le litre en France métropolitaine, selon une moyenne calculée par l'AFP sur la base de données gouvernementales.

France 24 décrypte l’actualité internationale, politique, l’économie, l’environnement, la culture, le sport, en France et à l’international avec analyses, des interviews, des reportages...