How well do you know France?
France is so much more than Parisian icons and croissants. From historic hillside villages to citrusy celebrations, how well do you really know the country?
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Paris is hosting the 2024 Olympics, but when did the capital last host them?
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The capital of France’s Grand Est region is also celebrating being UNESCO World Book Capital in 2024. Can you name it?
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What is the name of the notoriously gruelling walking trail in Corsica?
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In which town can you join in the Fête du Citron celebrations, where large floats are crafted from hundreds of lemons and oranges?
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In which region will you find Le Mont Saint-Michel?
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Can you identify this pretty hillside village?
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In which year did the first International Film Festival (known now as Cannes Film Festival) take place in Cannes?
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At 1,006km, what is the longest river wholly within France?
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Which of these French foods did UNESCO list as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2022?
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In which month is Lyon’s Fêtes des Lumières held?
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In 1952, artist Henri Matisse established the Matisse Museum in his hometown. Where is this?
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Bastille Day is celebrated annually on which date?
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The 123km Swallow Railway (Ligne des Hirondelles) travels through which scenic mountain range?
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You can take a ride on this giant mechanical elephant in which French city?
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What is the name of this ancient Roman aqueduct that crosses the River Gardon?
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Although an acquired taste for many visitors, Andouillettes are an important part of French culinary history. But what is it?
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