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Should I split my trip between Paris and the rest of France?

Yes for most first trips over five days—pair Paris with one region (the Loire, Normandy, Provence, or Lyon) rather than several, so travel days don't crowd it out.

Paris alone suits a short trip, but five or more days usually supports one well-connected region beyond it. Choose based on what you want next: countryside and châteaux, coast and D-Day history, wine and food, or a second major city with its own character.

Resist adding two regions on a first trip. Each additional base adds a travel day and a check-in; a single region done at a relaxed pace usually beats a rushed tour of several.

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