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Backpacking through Europe would not be complete without a visit to France. This is a good place to base yourself because of the country’s central location. France is bordered by 6 countries: Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Italy and Spain.

Most people do not know the wide range of activities France has to offer. People often associate France with wine and of course activities such as grape picking and pressing are available. For backpackers with a more adventurous streak there are sports like scuba diving and base jumping.

Of course with risky sports I highly recommend travelers take out backpacker travel insurance. This will cover personal injury, while it may seem like an unnecessary expense it is worth the cost for peace of mind and at the end of the day you never know when you trip and fall crossing the street and need medical attention. Backpacker travel insurance will also cover the cost of any lost wallets, mobile phones, or other personal possessions.

There are several factors involved in choosing a backpacking route through France. If you are interested in art and history then you may want to base your route around all the famous museums and chapels such as The Lourve, Mussee Rodin, the Musee d O’rsaythe, and the Sistine Chapel. If you are more into lounging on a beautiful beach without a care in the world then a route down the coast of the French Riviera would be perfect. With the recent success of both the book and the movie “The Da Vinci Code” backpackers may want to plan their trip around all the places described in Dan Brown’s book.

One of the most important things to consider when backpacking across Europe is accommodation. French hostels are generally clean and well maintained however nowadays there are so many deals on hotel rooms that if there is more than just yourself traveling it is worth looking into booking a low cost hotel. This way in a hotel at least you will have the luxury of an ensuite bathroom and television.

Food is one of the many luxuries France has to offer. Local produce, meats, bread, and cheese make for a truly delicious dining experience. Backpackers will have to take note that unlike most other countries where dinner is served in the early evening the French prefer to eat later around 8 or 9 o clock at night. Just make sure that you arrive at restaurants early to avoid the crowds and long waits. Of course a meal wouldn’t be complete without a glass of wine and France is definitely the place to get the most bang for your buck.

For those backpacking through Europe France is an absolute must. Backpacking across Europe would not be the same if you missed out on visiting France.