Is there somewhere you really want to travel to, or just yearn to know better?
Do you want all the essential facts about France at your fingertips?
If you want to know what it's really about (rather than the things your parents think you should see!), The Real France is a great place to start.
What's hot: France highlights you really won't want to miss A walking tour of Paris - but with a difference! Guide to France's music scene, including festivals and the secret language of rap The best street food in France, wherever you are in the country - plus a few foods you might want to avoid! Where to check out the best street markets, fairs and festivals Need-to-know information about internet access, mobile networks, dialling codes and more
Whether you are planning a trip or a holiday, just day-dreaming about one or simply need to know the facts The Real France is your essential guide.

It is part of a series of books that help young people find out what a country is really about.

This book is part of a book series called Real .

There are 48 pages in this book. This is a guide book. This book was published 2015 by Hachette Children's Group .

Anne-Marie Laval was born in the Dordogne region of France but has lived in north London since her early twenties. She has taught French and cookery and enjoys working with young people. She has travelled around France extensively.

This book has the following chapters:

• 1: Introducing France
• 2: What's hot: France
• 3: France facts and stats
• 4: The capital
• 5: Paris
• 6: A Paris walking tour
• 7: Food
• 8: A country built on lunch
• 9: France's top restaurants
• 10: Street food
• 11: Culture
• 12: Music
• 13: Festivals and live music
• 14: Sport
• 15: Cycling and the Tour de France
• 16: Fun in the mountains
• 17: Ocean sports
• 18: Football and rugby
• 19: Leisure
• 20: Le weekend
• 21: Camping
• 22: Festivals
• 23: Away from the mainland
• 24: Corsica
• 25: Overseas territories
• 26: The essentials
• 27: Key information for travellers
• 28: Finding out more
• 29: Index