Ile de France is one of the smallest regions in France but with the biggest population. This is due to the fact that Paris is set within its boarders. One of the most romantic cities in France, Paris ensures that the Ile de France region is one of the most popular destinations in the country for holiday cottages.
Paris Museums such as the Louvre, with its famous glass pyramid, are among the finest in the world and exhibit some impressive antiquities such as the Mona Lisa. The Musée D' Orsay nearby, boasts a good collection of impressionist paintings by the likes of Van Gogh and Monet. The Seine river affords some excellent views of Paris that include the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame. The surrounding countryside of Ile de France consists of green fields and dense forests. A collection of National Parks and forests such as the one at Compiegne offer the visitor a glimpse of the beauty of the Ile de France region. French rural life is evident in the form of picturesque villages and scenic trails that wind their way through dense forestry and idyllic countryside.
le de France is also dominated by rivers and waterways such as the Marne and Ouse. These criss-cross their way through the area, while on their way to the Seine and are popular for river cruises and fishing. The Château de Fontainebleau set in the forest of Fontainebleau is one of the most ornate and beautiful palaces in Europe and is also a major attraction. Book Ile de France holiday cottages/self-catering holidays in Ile de France.
