School Trips to France
School trips to France are always a hugely memorable part of school life, and France is our most popular destination, offering so many fantastic opportunities!
About France
France has a wide range of exciting experiences to enjoy; whether it’s a day trip to the Opal Coast, 4 days spent exploring Paris, soaking up French culture in the Loire Valley or enjoying the magic of Disneyland.
France offers trips that are generally great value for money and they are a perfect way to engage students in a number of different areas of the curriculum. Practice the French language, visit iconic art galleries or discover WW1 and WW2 battlefields. France is also the perfect destination for cross-curriculum trips.
Destination A-Z
Alsace
Bordered by Germany and Switzerland, Alsace is a melting pot of cultures, yet has a strong regional identity of its own.
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Disneyland® Paris
Students can experience the magic of Disney at one of Europe’s most famous theme parks - this is one of our most popular destinations.
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La Rochelle
Known as La Ville Blanche (the White City), La Rochelle's bright limestone cliffs glow in radiant sunlight.
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Lille
The fourth largest city in France, Lille is the capital of the Hauts-de-France region and has in recent years been transformed into a cultural and commercial hub.
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Loire Valley
The Loire Valley, now a giant UNESCO World Heritage Site, was once a region of great strategic importance.
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Lourdes
Amongst the world’s most important sites for pilgrimage, this area holds deep importance in Catholicism.
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Lyon
Lyon is France’s second largest metropolitan area and at the very heart of French gastronomical culture.
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Martinique
The island of flowers is nestled in the eastern Caribbean with gorgeous beaches, impressive rainforests, and a live volcano!
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Normandy
Normandy is home to the medieval legacy of William the Conqueror, Second World War landmarks including the D-Day landing beaches, many beautiful towns and cities including Honfleur, Caen, Bayeaux, Mont St Michel and miles of sandy beaches.
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Opal Coast
Its proximity to Calais and its typically French atmosphere means the Côte d'Opale has long been a very popular destination for schools, particularly Primary Schools.
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Paris
No matter what time of year it is, Paris remains a favourite destination for school trips.
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Poitiers
Inland from the coast, the historical city of Poitiers was built by the Romans and there are numerous reminders of its history still evident around the city.
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Provence
Provence is one of the most beautiful regions in France and is known for its very contrasting landscapes.
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The Somme
The Battle of the Somme was the largest battle on the Western Front during the First World War and this area will be forever scarred by the conflict.
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Toulouse
Also known as 'La Ville Rose', Toulouse is famous for its iconic red-brick architecture dating back to the Roman period.
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