Europe

Coaches and buses in France and Europe for your mobility and travel needs
In a future where the challenges of sustainable mobility and inclusion are more present than ever, coaches and buses remain key players in our collective journey towards more connected and responsible horizons. A closer look at the history and practicalities of networks and routes around the world.

Maps of Lake Geneva, between Switzerland and France
Maps of Lake Geneva, where France and Switzerland meet: location, geology, depth, catchment areas, transport networks… Zoom in with maps and practical information on the largest lake in the Alps.

Map of stations and trains in the Rhône valley
Along the rails linking Switzerland to France, the Alpine valley is a veritable link between the mountains and the Mediterranean. The result of an exceptional rail network, this corridor reveals a panorama of stations, international lines and regional hubs, orchestrating mobility for everyday life as well as for long journeys. Between geographical challenges and ecological…

Travel destination: the Rhône river and valley
A source of life, a transport route and a living heritage, the Rhône is an exceptional river as it flows through its valley. From its birth beneath the glaciers of the Alps to the wild majesty of the Camargue, embark on a unique itinerary in the heart of Europe. From towns steeped in history to…

EuroVelo 1: Atlantic Route and Vélodyssée
The EuroVelo 1 cycle route is otherwise known as the Atlantic coast road and the Vélodyssée for the section in France.Covering a total of 11,150 kilometres, it crosses 6 European countries, from Norway to Portugal, via the United Kingdom, Ireland, France and Spain.

EuroVelo 6: River cycle route, from the Atlantic to the Black Sea
The EuroVelo 6 cycle route crosses Europe from west to east, from the Nantes region on the Atlantic coast of France to Constanta in Romania.Covering a total distance of around 4,450 kilometres, it passes through 10 European countries:

The EuroVelo network in France: Green routes to discover the regions
Discover the French regions by bike! Zoom in on the EuroVelo network, the essential cycle routes that criss-cross the landscapes, towns and villages of France’s regions.

EuroVelo: cycle routes across Europe
17 cycle routes across Europe, with almost 100,000 kilometres of trans-regional cycle routes. List and presentation of cycle routes on the European continent:

IGN road, leisure and hiking maps
Looking for IGN maps for your leisure activities and travel?Topo-guides, road maps, hiking maps, TOP 25 series, mythical paths or relief maps…Find all the IGN maps and mobile applications that zoom in on you or pass by your path!

Find an activity, leisure or an idea for your stay in France and Europe?
How do you find an activity, concert, guided tour, excursion, museum or exhibition? A practical guide to choosing the activities and leisure activities that suit you, your budget and your location.

How is Europe preparing for natural disasters and the risk of conflict?
As you will have noticed, the current situation is rather tense, with threats of conflict and climatic events. From France to Scandinavia, here’s a tour of Europe’s emergency kits, survival guides and weather alerts.

UNESCO World Heritage, wonders of the world on 5 continents
UNESCO’s World Heritage programme brings together the most precious cultural and natural sites on the planet, bearing witness to the diversity and richness of humanity. Created in 1972, the programme aims to protect these treasures for future generations in the face of contemporary challenges such as climate change, mass tourism and armed conflict. Find out…