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Your Essential Ferry Travel Guide To France

Discover Things To Do In France

With French ports such as Calais, Dunkirk and Dieppe in such easy reach, it's no wonder we love to keep visiting the beautiful landscapes and historic cities of this amazing country.

France's landscape is varied and interesting, with the northern coastlines of Brittany, the snow-topped mountains in the Alps, the verdant meadows in Burgundy and the golden, sandy beaches in the south. Boasting the perfect mixture of bustling cities and picturesque rural areas, it is an ideal destination for anyone. Why not use GetYourGuide to help you plan your perfect trip to France?

What to see, do and visit

The perfect holiday destination for outdoor types, France boasts not only specialist areas for skiers, hikers and cyclists, but is also home to the most desirable region in Europe. Normandy is the perfect area to explore with its fascinating mix of beautiful coastline, historic cities and quirky towns.

For families, France is also home to Europe's most magical theme park, Disneyland® Paris! A break that is sure to delight both children and adults alike, with everything from excellent rides, restaurants and other leisure facilities on your doorstep, not to mention all your favourite Disney characters!

France Travel Guides

The top places to visit in France

Explore the best places in France in this guide, from Paris and its architectural wonders to Normandy's spectacular scenery.  

Amiens

Visit Amiens, a popular weekend destination with many historical sights, including Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Boulogne

Visit Boulogne, the popular seaside resort and major fishing port.

Calais

Travel to Calais, France and discover a unique coastal town. Read our travel guide to discover what to see and do in Calais, plus where to stay and how to get there.

Dieppe

Travel from Newhaven to Dieppe and use our Dieppe Travel Guide to plan your Normandy getaway. Rich in history and culture, this charming fishing port is full of hidden gems.

Disneyland® Paris

Disneyland® Paris is one of those magical places where time stops, and all you can think about is having fun. It's a party for all ages, whether you’re seeking an adrenaline rush or want to immerse yourself in the Disney universe.

Dunkirk

Take DFDS ferry from Dover to Dunkirk and explore this famous port town ideal for beach holidaymakers, outdoor sports fans and history enthusiasts.

GetYourGuide

Planning a trip to France? GetYourGuide is the perfect companion to your holiday with great deals on the best attractions, guides and tours in our port cities and further afield.

Normandy

Travel by ferry to Normandy and explore historical places to visit including picturesque towns and stunning coastline.

Paris

Explore culture, art and magnificent architecture in the French capital.

Le Havre

Le Havre is located on Normandy's Alabaster coast France. Enjoy Le Havre beach or city, take in art galleries, visit historical sites & explore the River Seine.

Fécamp, Yport & Étretat

Planning a visit to the French coastline? Use our helpful guide to plan your trip to Fécamp and the surrounding areas of Yport and Étretat.

Varengeville-sur-Mer

Explore Varengeville-sur-Mer, a hidden gem in Normandy! Discover its stunning coastline, rich history, and local attractions with our travel guide.

Wine regions of France

French wines are famous all over the world and France has the reputation of being one of the world's greatest producers. Go on a trip and explore the famous wine regions.

Battlefields in France

Explore many battlefields in France that have remained undisturbed and serve to remind us of those fallen heroes.

Driving in France

Read our tips on driving in France to help you prepare for your trip. Travel by ferry to make your drive to France as stress-free as possible.

Motorcycling in France

Legend has it that France is the true birthplace of the motorcycle! This varied country has everything a motorcycling holidaymaker could ever want.

Belgium

Characterised by picturesque, medieval town centres and extraordinary landscapes, Belgium boasts an endless list of things to do.

Easy travel to and within France

Getting to France has never been easier with DFDS ferries across the Channel. In as little as 100 minutes, you'll arrive ready to explore. Bring your car, caravan, motorhome, motorbike or bicycle on the ferry for ultimate freedom at your destination. Or choose to travel within some parts of France by train - suitable for our foot passengers travelling from the Newhaven to Dieppe route.

Discover hidden gems, savour delicious cuisine, and fall in love with France, whatever your travel style.

All DFDS Ferry Routes

DFDS has one of the largest ferry networks in Europe, with routes operating to Denmark, Norway, the UK, Ireland, mainland Europe and even the Baltic regions, including major cities such as Copenhagen, Oslo and Amsterdam. Travel with your car and open the gateway to Europe with DFDS.

View all of our available routes here

Proudly named the World’s Leading Ferry Operator

We did it! After being crowned ‘Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator 2024’ at the World Travel Awards earlier this year, we are delighted to announce we have retained our title as the World’s Leading Ferry Operator.

We were also once again recognised as having the best website in our industry – scooping both the European and World awards in 2024.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who voted, and to our passengers, colleagues and partners who contribute to our continued success – we couldn’t do it without you all.

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