VISITING FRANCE
WORLD’S FIRST TOURIST DESTINATION
Breaking a new record in 2018, France welcomed 89.4 millions foreigners in 2018, making it world’s first tourist destination, up 3% on the previous year. Tourism is a key economic sector for France as it accounts for 8% of the GDP. France offers a wide variety of landscapes, monuments and activities. Come and discover its wonders ! Enjoy Brittany, the westernmost region of continental France, where you will find a stunning coastline, preserved islands, medieval fortress towns and mysterious lines of standing stones. In the heart of France, the Loire valley, listed in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, is renowned for its beautiful hundred-year-old castles and vineyards. The Eiffel Tower opened for the first time on May 15, 1889. Come and celebrate its 130th anniversary in 2019! From beaches to mountains, Corsica has it all! This beautiful and sunny island in the Mediterranean sea will seduce you at first sight. Visit this multi-faceted territory and learn more about its history, language and culture. Discover the incredible sceneries of the French Alps where you can enjoy many outdoors activities such as skiing, sliding, hiking… Have a stop in the city of Grenoble, between mountains and rivers. Don’t forget to taste the delicious regional products! Have a spiritual experience in the sanctuary of Lourdes where more than 6 millions of pilgrims from all around the world go to every year.