Skill: ivangdavila/france (version 1.0.0)

--- name: France slug: france version: 1.0.0 homepage: https://clawic.com/skills/france changelog: "Initial release with city guides, regional routing, and practical France travel playbooks." description: Discover France like a local with concrete city advice, regional route planning, food context, and practical travel logistics. metadata: {"clawdbot":{"emoji":"🇫🇷","requires":{"bins":[],"config":["~/france/"]},"os":["linux","darwin","win32"]}} --- ## Setup If `~/france/` doesn't exist or is empty, read `setup.md` and start naturally. ## When to Use User planning a trip to France or asking for local insights: what to prioritize, where to base, what to skip, and how to handle transport, timing, and budgeting. ## Architecture Memory lives in `~/france/`. See `memory-template.md` for structure. ``` ~/france/ └── memory.md # Trip context ``` ## Quick Reference | Topic | File | |-------|------| | **Cities and Regions** | | | Paris complete guide | `paris.md` | | Lyon complete guide | `lyon.md` | | Marseille and Provence complete guide | `marseille-provence.md` | | French Riviera complete guide | `french-riviera.md` | | **Planning** | | | Sample itineraries | `itineraries.md` | | Where to stay by style | `accommodation.md` | | Useful apps | `apps.md` | | **Food and Drink** | | | Regional dishes and restaurant strategy | `food-guide.md` | | Wine regions and tastings | `wine.md` | | **Experiences** | | | Signature experiences | `experiences.md` | | Beaches and coastal strategy | `beaches.md` | | Hikes and mountain safety | `hiking.md` | | Nightlife by city and coast | `nightlife.md` | | **Reference** | | | Regions and route differences | `regions.md` | | Culture, etiquette, expectations | `culture.md` | | Traveling with children | `with-kids.md` | | **Practical** | | | Intercity transport and transfers | `transport.md` | | Phone and internet | `telecoms.md` | | Emergencies and safety | `emergencies.md` | ## Core Rules ### 1. Specific Over Generic Do not say "do Paris highlights." Say "start museums early, shift to neighborhood lunch away from the biggest landmarks, then move to evening river-side or local bistro zones with a reservation." ### 2. Local Perspective What locals and repeat travelers actually do, not brochure advice: - Hyper-tourist blocks near landmark clusters often have weaker value for food - One-night city hopping looks efficient on paper but burns time in station transfers - Southern summer heat changes pacing for outdoor sightseeing and day trips - Sundays and Mondays can change restaurant and shop availability by area ### 3. Regional Differences | Region | Key difference | |--------|----------------| | Paris and Ile-de-France | Museum density, strongest rail access, reservation pressure | | Lyon and Rhone corridor | Food-first city rhythm and easier urban pace | | Provence and Marseille | Market culture, coast plus inland villages, heat-aware planning | | French Riviera | Scenic coast with high seasonal pricing and congestion | | Bordeaux and Atlantic | Wine routes, ocean towns, strong shoulder-season value | | Alps and east routes | Mountain logistics, weather variability, activity-first trips | ### 4. Timing is Everything - Shoulder months often deliver best value and crowd balance - Peak summer requires earlier booking in coast and famous small towns - Winter city breaks are great for museums and food with shorter daylight - Rail strikes or disruptions can reshape route timing quickly - Meal windows and reservation timing are major quality levers in France ### 5. Flag Tourist Traps Be explicit about what to avoid: - Eating every meal in landmark-adjacent restaurant rows - Attempting Paris, Provence, and Riviera in a short trip with no transfer buffer - Booking no-reservation weekends in high-demand dining zones - Treating all Cote d'Azur beach towns as same-cost and same-crowd patterns ### 6. Match Trip Style | Traveler | Focus on | |----------|----------| | Foodie | `food-guide.md`, `lyon.md`, `paris.md` | | Culture and museums | `paris.md`, `regions.md`, `culture.md` | | Coast and scenery | `french-riviera.md`, `beaches.md`, `experiences.md` | | Family | `with-kids.md`, `accommodation.md`, `itineraries.md` | | Nightlife | `nightlife.md`, `paris.md`, `marseille-provence.md` | | Mixed route trip | `itineraries.md`, `transport.md`, `regions.md` | ## Common Traps - Treating France as one compact destination with no transfer cost. - Choosing too many bases for short trips. - Ignoring reservation timing for top restaurants and museums. - Overplanning summer days without heat and crowd buffers. - Relying on car-first planning where rail is faster and lower stress. - Assuming every town follows the same opening-hour rhythm. ## Security & Privacy **Data that stays local:** Trip preferences in `~/france/` **This skill does NOT:** Access files outside `~/france/` or make network requests. ## Related Skills Install with `clawhub install <slug>` if user confirms: - `travel` — General trip planning and itinerary structuring - `food` — Deeper restaurant and cuisine recommendations - `french` — Language support for local communication and bookings - `english` — Backup communication support for multilingual travel ## Feedback - If useful: `clawhub star france` - Stay updated: `clawhub sync`

path: accommodation.md
content: # Accommodation Guide — France

## Booking Strategy

1. Use fewer bases and stay 2+ nights where possible.
2. Choose neighborhood fit before chasing lowest rate.
3. Book key summer and holiday windows earlier than expected.

## Paris

- **Best convenience:** Marais, Saint-Germain, Opera-connected zones
- **Best value compromise:** Canal and northeast neighborhoods with good metro links
- **Watch:** Premium pricing near top landmarks with mixed quality return

## Lyon

- **Best convenience:** Presqu'ile and well-connected central districts
- **Better vibe/value mix:** Croix-Rousse-adjacent areas

## Marseille and Provence

- **Marseille:** practical transport base with varied neighborhoods
- **Aix/Avignon:** calmer pace and better inland route staging

## French Riviera

- **Nice:** strongest all-around base for mixed budgets
- **Cannes:** polished but often pricier
- **Antibes area:** often better value balance in peak season

## Property Types

| Style | Best for | Tradeoff |
|-------|----------|----------|
| Hotel | Short city stays | Higher nightly pricing in top zones |
| Boutique | Design and atmosphere | Quality consistency varies |
| Apartment | Families and longer stays | More planning overhead |
| Resort | Coast-first convenience | Less local immersion |


path: apps.md
content: # Useful Apps for France Travel

## Transport and Navigation

- **SNCF Connect** — rail schedules and tickets
- **RATP and local transit apps** — city routing and disruptions
- **Google Maps** — baseline walking and transit planning

## Booking and Dining

- **TheFork / OpenTable / direct booking links** — useful for restaurant reservations
- **Airline and rail operator apps** — faster disruption notices than aggregators

## Weather and Outdoors

- **Meteo-France style weather apps** — useful for coast and mountain planning
- **Offline maps** — essential backup for hikes and village routes

## Practical

- **Wise / Revolut-style apps** — payment and exchange tracking
- **Translation apps** — useful for smaller-town interactions

## Workflow Tip

Use apps for discovery first, then confirm directly with operators before paying for higher-value bookings.


path: beaches.md
content: # Beaches and Coastal Stops — France

## Mediterranean Side

- **Nice and Villefranche-sur-Mer:** convenient city-plus-beach flow
- **Antibes and Juan-les-Pins:** mixed beach and town rhythm
- **Cassis and nearby coves:** scenic south-coast options with planning needs

## Atlantic Side

- **Biarritz and Basque coast:** surf-forward with strong food overlap
- **Arcachon and nearby dunes:** family-friendly and scenic day routes
- **La Rochelle area:** slower coastal rhythm and easier pacing

## Island and Other Coast Options

- Corsica delivers strong coast and mountain contrast with higher logistics complexity.
- Brittany beaches are scenic and weather-variable, great in shoulder windows.

## Practical Notes

- Peak summer beach logistics can dominate the day if unplanned.
- Water and wind conditions vary significantly by coast.
- Parking and rail schedules should be checked before departure.

## Mistakes to Avoid

1. Planning beach-only days with no weather backup.
2. Underestimating midday heat in Mediterranean summer.
3. Making long detours for one short stop without route efficiency.


path: culture.md
content: # Culture and Etiquette — France

## Social Norms

- Basic greetings and polite tone are expected in most interactions.
- Service rhythm can be efficient but formal depending on setting.
- Meal culture and timing are important in daily travel flow.

## Practical Etiquette

- Start interactions with a greeting before requests.
- Respect quieter tone in residential areas and public transit.
- Confirm opening hours directly, especially outside major cities.

## Dining and Payment Notes

- Reservations are often important in stronger food neighborhoods.
- Card payment is common, but small cash backup helps in some spots.
- Tipping norms differ from the US; service is often included.

## Respect and Awareness

- Regional identities are strong; avoid one-size-fits-all assumptions.
- Dress and behavior expectations vary in religious and heritage sites.
- Local recommendations often beat generic top-10 lists.


path: emergencies.md
content: # Emergencies and Safety — France

## Emergency Numbers

- **Emergency services:** 112
- **Medical emergency (SAMU):** 15
- **Police:** 17
- **Fire:** 18

## Health and Medical

- Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
- Keep passport copy, medication list, and emergency contacts offline.
- In major cities, pharmacies are often a practical first step for minor issues.

## Transport and Area Safety

- Use planned transport after late nights.
- Watch for pickpocket risk in high-density transit and landmark zones.
- Keep arrival-day transfers simple and preplanned.

## Weather and Outdoor Safety

- Heat waves can change city and hike pacing quickly.
- Mountain and coast weather can shift within hours.
- Carry water, power backup, and offline maps for outdoor days.

## When to Escalate

- Call 112 for immediate danger, injury, fire, or urgent police/medical support.
- For non-urgent cases, use local non-emergency channels and pharmacy guidance.


path: experiences.md
content: # Signature Experiences in France

## Urban Experiences

- Paris museum plus neighborhood-food split day
- Lyon market and bouchon route
- Marseille harbor and culture sequence

## Coastal and Nature Experiences

- Riviera town-hopping with rail-first strategy
- Provence village and market routes
- Alps or lake-region day plans with weather flexibility

## Seasonal Experiences

| Season | Good choices |
|--------|--------------|
| Spring | Great city and village balance with lower pressure |
| Summer | Best daylight and coast access, highest demand |
| Autumn | Strong food and wine windows with better value |
| Winter | City culture and festive markets in selected regions |

## Mistakes to Avoid

1. Treating weather as stable across all regions.
2. Running one fixed plan with no alternatives.
3. Overfilling days with transfers plus late nights.


path: food-guide.md
content: # France Food Guide

## Essential Dishes by Region

| Region | Dish | Notes |
|--------|------|-------|
| Paris | Steak-frites and bistro classics | Better outside major landmark blocks |
| Lyon | Quenelles and bouchon specialties | Strongest in classic neighborhood bouchons |
| Provence | Bouillabaisse and market cuisine | Best in trusted local seafood spots |
| Southwest | Duck confit and cassoulet variants | Heavier dishes with strong regional identity |
| Brittany | Galettes and seafood platters | Great value in coastal towns outside peak zones |
| Alsace | Choucroute and tarte flambee | Distinct Germanic-French crossover cuisine |

## Reliable Food Cities

### Paris
Great range from classic bistros to modern tasting menus.

### Lyon
Top city for traditional regional cuisine and value lunch menus.

### Marseille/Provence
Strong produce and seafood routes, especially with market timing.

## Practical Dining Rules

- Reserve high-demand dinners early, especially Thu-Sat.
- Lunch menus often offer better value than dinner.
- One or two blocks away from major landmarks often improves quality-price ratio.
- Check closing days, especially Sundays and Mondays.

## Food Traps to Avoid

1. Social-media lines with weak execution and high markup.
2. Eating every meal in tourist-core strips.
3. Ignoring reservation and service-hour culture.
4. Overbooking long tasting days without pacing.


path: french-riviera.md
content: # French Riviera Complete Guide

## Core Reality

The Riviera is beautiful but highly seasonal. Nice, Cannes, Antibes, and Monaco each have different cost, crowd, and nightlife profiles.

## Base Strategy

### Nice
- Best balance for transport, beach access, and city dining.
- Strong base for rail day trips along the coast.

### Cannes
- Polished atmosphere, festival reputation, higher spend profile.
- Better for luxury-oriented stays.

### Antibes and Juan-les-Pins
- Better value and calmer rhythm than peak Cannes windows.
- Good mixed beach and town pacing.

### Menton and east coast edge
- Slower pace and scenic value for lower-intensity route plans.

## Route Rules

- Use rail for many coast-town hops when possible.
- Keep fewer bases and avoid nightly hotel swaps.
- Book key beach clubs and dinner slots early in summer.

## Mistakes to Avoid

1. Treating all Riviera towns as identical in budget and vibe.
2. Overstacking beach, museums, and nightlife in one hot day.
3. Driving and parking in peak summer cores without backup plan.
4. Booking late in high season and expecting stable pricing.


path: hiking.md
content: # Hiking Guide — France

## Core Rule

Pick hikes by weather, elevation, and realistic fitness, not only photos.

## Strong Areas

### Alps
- Chamonix and nearby routes offer high reward with weather volatility.

### Pyrenees
- Strong scenic routes with varied difficulty and seasonal windows.

### Provence and Calanques
- Coastal and limestone routes are popular but heat-sensitive.

## Safety Basics

- Start early in heat-prone months.
- Carry water, layers, and offline maps.
- Respect closures, fire-risk restrictions, and weather alerts.
- Turn back when visibility or footing conditions degrade.

## Mistakes to Avoid

1. Casual shoes on rocky or exposed routes.
2. Ignoring heat and sun exposure.
3. Starting too late for longer hikes.
4. Treating all route-time signs as universal.


path: itineraries.md
content: # France Itineraries

## 6 Days — Paris + One Extension

### Days 1-3 Paris
- Museum and neighborhood split days
- One food-focused route with reservations

### Days 4-6 Lyon or Marseille
- One city culture day
- One food and nightlife day
- One flexible half-day before transfer

**Best for:** First-time trip with low transfer fatigue.

## 9 Days — Paris + Lyon + Provence/Riviera Lite

### Days 1-3 Paris
### Days 4-6 Lyon
### Days 7-9 Nice or Marseille base

**Best for:** Travelers wanting city and coast contrast.

## 12 Days — Balanced Multi-Region Route

### Days 1-4 Paris
### Days 5-7 Lyon
### Days 8-10 Provence base
### Days 11-12 Riviera finish or Paris return buffer

**Best for:** Mixed travelers who can handle more transfer complexity.

## Seasonal Notes

- Peak summer needs earlier accommodation and transport booking.
- Shoulder months usually improve value and reservation access.
- Winter favors city culture and food, with shorter daylight.


path: lyon.md
content: # Lyon Complete Guide

## City Pattern

### Presqu'ile
**Vibe:** Central shopping, classic squares, easy city flow.
**Best for:** First-time orientation and short city stays.

### Vieux Lyon
**Vibe:** Old-town lanes, traditional bouchon atmosphere.
**Best for:** Heritage walks and classic local dining.

### Croix-Rousse
**Vibe:** More local rhythm, cafes, creative energy.
**Best for:** Slower mornings and neighborhood-based meals.

## Restaurants and Food Stops

| Name | Area | Specialty | Price |
|------|------|-----------|-------|
| Cafe Comptoir Abel | Presqu'ile side | Traditional bouchon style | EUR 35-70 |
| Le Bouchon des Filles | Center | Modernized Lyonnais classics | EUR 30-65 |
| Prairial | 1st district | Contemporary tasting menu | EUR 70-140 |
| Daniel et Denise | Multiple | Strong local classics | EUR 40-85 |
| Les Halles de Lyon stalls | Center | Market grazing and regional products | EUR 15-45 |

## Lyon Strategy

- Use Lyon as 2-3 night base for food and day-trip flexibility.
- Lunch menus often outperform dinner value.
- Book bouchons in advance on peak weekends.

## Mistakes to Avoid

1. Treating Lyon only as a transfer stop.
2. Booking no-reservation dining on busy weekends.
3. Overplanning too many day trips from one short stay.


path: marseille-provence.md
content: # Marseille and Provence Complete Guide

## Core Reality

Marseille and inland Provence need pace planning. Distances are manageable, but summer heat and midday crowds can reduce day quality fast.

## Base Strategy

### Marseille
- Best for coast access, urban culture, and transport links.
- Works well for food plus harbor plus one nearby day route.

### Aix-en-Provence
- Better for polished town rhythm and market days.
- Good for slower Provence-focused stays.

### Avignon or Arles
- Better for heritage and inland loops.
- Useful for village and wine-route combinations.

## Route Rules

- Choose one coastal day plus one inland day, not everything in one push.
- Start outdoor plans early in hot months.
- Keep one flexible slot for weather and transport changes.

## Mistakes to Avoid

1. Doing Marseille, Calanques, and multiple inland towns in one day.
2. Ignoring heat and hydration on exposed routes.
3. Driving narrow village roads at city-speed expectations.
4. Staying only in one tourist-heavy strip without local alternatives.


path: memory-template.md
content: # France Trip Memory

## Status
- **Planning stage:** [researching / booked / traveling / completed]
- **Last updated:** YYYY-MM-DD

## Trip Details
- **Dates:**
- **Duration:**
- **Regions:** [Paris-Ile-de-France / Lyon-Rhone / Provence-Marseille / French Riviera / Bordeaux-Atlantic / Alps-East]
- **Cities/Bases:**
- **Travelers:** [solo / couple / family / group]
- **Kids:** [yes (ages) / no]

## Preferences
- **Travel style:** [foodie / culture / coast / road-trip / family / nightlife / mixed]
- **Budget:** [budget / mid-range / luxury]
- **Dietary:** [none / vegetarian / vegan / gluten-free / other]
- **Mobility:** [full / limited / wheelchair]
- **Transport:** [rail / rental car / public transit / mixed]

## Interests
- [ ] Museums and architecture
- [ ] Food and markets
- [ ] Wine and tastings
- [ ] Beaches and coast
- [ ] Hiking and mountain views
- [ ] Nightlife
- [ ] Family activities
- [ ] Small towns and villages

## Places Visited/Planned

### Paris
- **Neighborhoods:**
- **Restaurants tried:**
- **Notes:**

### Lyon
- **Areas:**
- **Food spots:**
- **Notes:**

### Marseille/Provence
- **Stops:**
- **Activities:**
- **Notes:**

### French Riviera
- **Route sections:**
- **Overnights:**
- **Notes:**

## Bookings Made
| What | Where | Date | Confirmation |
|------|-------|------|--------------|
| | | | |

## Lessons Learned
-

## For Next Trip
-


path: nightlife.md
content: # Nightlife Guide — France

## Paris

### Best zones
- **Canal/Oberkampf side:** better value bar density and varied crowd
- **Marais pockets:** polished cocktail and late dinner options
- **Pigalle/South Pigalle:** mixed music and bar scene

## Lyon

### Best zones
- Presqu'ile and slopes near Croix-Rousse for bar-hopping rhythm
- Better pacing than larger-city spread for one-night plans

## Marseille and Riviera

### Best zones
- Marseille harbor and central pockets for mixed bar routes
- Nice old town and nearby zones for coast-nightlife balance

## Practical Notes

- Peak Fri/Sat windows can produce long queues.
- Reservations matter in higher-demand cocktail bars.
- Late-night transport should be planned before final venue.

## Mistakes to Avoid

1. Assuming every famous strip equals best quality.
2. Staying only in high-tourist nightlife rows.
3. Starting too late with no reservation strategy.


path: paris.md
content: # Paris Complete Guide

## Neighborhoods — Where to Go

### Le Marais
**Vibe:** Historic streets, boutiques, strong cafe and dining mix.
**Best for:** First-time stays with walkable culture and food options.

### Saint-Germain and Left Bank
**Vibe:** Classic Paris identity, museums, polished dining.
**Best for:** Museum-heavy and architecture-focused plans.

### Canal Saint-Martin and Oberkampf
**Vibe:** Local nightlife and younger restaurant scene.
**Best for:** Better value dinners and evening bar routes.

### Montmartre edges
**Vibe:** Iconic hill views with high tourist flow.
**Best for:** Early starts and short scenic windows.

## Restaurants — Reliable Picks

| Name | Area | Specialty | Price |
|------|------|-----------|-------|
| Septime | 11th area | Modern French | EUR 80-160 |
| Le Servan | 11th area | Seasonal French-Asian influence | EUR 45-95 |
| Chez Janou | Marais | Provençal-style bistro classics | EUR 35-75 |
| Bouillon Pigalle | Pigalle | Value traditional plates | EUR 15-35 |
| Clamato | Bastille side | Seafood-forward casual dining | EUR 35-80 |

## City Movement

- Metro and RER handle most routes efficiently.
- Walking between close neighborhoods often beats taxi in dense zones.
- Museum reservations save major queue time.

## Mistakes to Avoid

1. Eating every meal near the biggest landmarks.
2. Overstacking major museums in one day.
3. Assuming top restaurants always accept walk-ins.
4. Ignoring transit strikes or disruption checks.


path: regions.md
content: # Regions Overview — France

## Main Travel Regions

| Region | Trip Identity |
|--------|---------------|
| Paris and Ile-de-France | Museums, neighborhoods, strongest rail connections |
| Lyon and Rhone corridor | Food-first city rhythm with cultural density |
| Provence and Marseille | Coast plus inland villages, market culture |
| French Riviera | Scenic coast, beach and town hopping, high season pressure |
| Bordeaux and Atlantic | Wine routes and ocean-town pacing |
| Alps and east routes | Mountain trips and activity-first logistics |
| Southwest and Basque edge | Food depth and surf plus town identity |

## Route Planning Rule

Choose one city-depth anchor plus one contrasting region for shorter trips.
For longer trips, use 2-3 bases max to avoid transfer-heavy fatigue.


path: setup.md
content: # Setup — France Travel Guide

## First-Time Setup

When user mentions France travel for the first time:

### 1. Create Memory Structure
```bash
mkdir -p ~/france
```

### 2. Initialize Memory File
Create `~/france/memory.md` using the template from `memory-template.md`.

### 3. Gather Trip Context
Ask naturally (not as a form):
- Which month are you going? (season changes crowds and pricing)
- How long is the trip?
- Which bases matter most? (Paris, Lyon, Provence, Riviera, other)
- Food-first, museums-first, coast-first, or mixed?
- Any mobility, dietary, or budget constraints?
- Rail-focused, rental car, or mixed transport?

### 4. Save to Memory
Update `~/france/memory.md` with their answers.

## Returning Users

If `~/france/memory.md` exists:
1. Read it silently
2. Reuse known preferences
3. Ask what changed since last plan
4. Update memory with new priorities and constraints

## Quick Start Responses

**"I am going to Paris"**
→ Ask: nights, neighborhood style, museum priorities, budget
→ Then: use `paris.md` + `accommodation.md`

**"I want Provence and coast"**
→ Ask: Marseille/Nice base split, pace tolerance, transport style
→ Then: use `marseille-provence.md` + `french-riviera.md` + `itineraries.md`

**"Planning France trip"**
→ Ask: one-region depth vs multi-region mix
→ Then: use `regions.md` and `transport.md` before final itinerary

## Important Notes

- France rewards fewer bases with deeper neighborhood planning.
- Rail is often best between major cities; car is selective by region.
- Reservation culture can define trip quality in food and museums.
- Peak summer and holidays can sharply change costs and availability.


path: telecoms.md
content: # Telecoms and Internet — France

## Main Options

- eSIM plans are practical for short stays.
- Local prepaid SIM can be better for longer trips and hotspot usage.
- Coverage is strongest in cities and varies in remote mountain or rural routes.

## Typical Traveler Strategy

1. Compare eSIM first for short city-led trips.
2. For longer multi-region travel, evaluate prepaid local plans.
3. Check coverage maps for planned routes.

## Practical Notes

- Major carriers and budget brands offer broad urban coverage.
- Rural valleys and mountain routes can have weaker signal windows.
- Keep offline maps for hikes and village driving days.

## What to Check Before Purchase

- Data cap and throttling rules
- Hotspot allowance
- Coverage in planned regions
- EU roaming terms if crossing borders


path: transport.md
content: # Transport Guide — France

## In Cities

- Paris: Metro and RER cover most visitor routes.
- Lyon and Marseille: strong city transit plus walkable central zones.
- Route by neighborhood clusters to reduce cross-city transfer fatigue.

## Intercity

### Rail
- High-speed trains often provide best city-to-city efficiency.
- Book peak legs early for better pricing and seat choice.

### Flights
- Useful for long domestic jumps or island connections.
- Add buffer around disruptions and airport transfer time.

### Car rental
- Best for village loops, wine routes, and selected coastal or mountain regions.
- Avoid city-center driving when rail and local transit are easier.

## Payment and Tools

- Keep digital payment and backup card options ready.
- Check live operator updates for disruptions before departure.

## Mistakes to Avoid

1. Assuming same-day multi-region moves are always realistic.
2. Booking tight station-to-tour transfer windows.
3. Driving into dense city cores without parking plan.


path: wine.md
content: # France Wine Guide

## Main Wine Regions

| Region | What to Expect |
|--------|----------------|
| Bordeaux | Large-appellation ecosystem and strong winery tourism |
| Burgundy | Village-driven nuance, high demand, premium pricing |
| Champagne | Sparkling-focused houses and cellar tours |
| Loire Valley | Broad styles, castle routes, strong value opportunities |
| Rhone Valley | Northern and southern contrasts, food-pairing depth |
| Alsace | Aromatic whites and compact tasting routes |

## Planning Tips

- Reserve tastings early in peak periods.
- Keep 2-3 tastings max per day with meal buffer.
- Plan designated-driver strategy for rural routes.

## City Pairings

### Paris
Strong wine bar density and curated pairing programs.

### Lyon
Excellent food and wine pairing potential with nearby Rhone access.

### Bordeaux city base
Best launch point for winery-day routing.

## Mistakes to Avoid

1. Overpacking winery visits in one day.
2. Assuming all houses accept walk-ins.
3. Driving after multi-stop tastings.
4. Ignoring transfer times between appellation clusters.


path: with-kids.md
content: # France with Kids

## Good Family Bases

| Base | Why it works |
|------|--------------|
| Paris | Large mix of museums, parks, and easy transit |
| Lyon | Compact center and strong food flexibility |
| Nice area | Beach plus walkable town options |
| Provence city bases | Balanced pace for culture and day routes |

## Family Planning Rules

- Keep transfer legs shorter than map intuition suggests.
- Plan one anchor activity per day plus downtime.
- Build weather and heat backups into every day.

## Age-Based Tips

### Younger kids
- Short activities, shaded breaks, and predictable meal windows

### Older kids
- Mix museums, coast, and one active element daily

## Mistakes to Avoid

1. Overbooking transfer-heavy days.
2. Ignoring heat and hydration planning.
3. Choosing stays too far from daily activity clusters.


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