Take a map of Europe, locate Paris, and draw a line headed east. How far can you get given a full day and night? With the right mix of trains and lots of patience, it is possible to cross France and ...

Carcassonne: Hôtel de la Cité is a fairytale-style spot inside the medieval citadel (from £315 per night) or try Hôtel du Château, a boutique stay with a pool and spa, just outside the old city walls ...

Taking the train is faster than flying for some short journeys within France, according to a new analysis. In 2023, France introduced a ban on domestic short-haul flights where there is a rail ...