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Enjoy the incredible culture of France! Under the Arts & Culture category, you will find some of the best festivals in France and articles about history, culture, and legends in France.

The Dancing Plague of 1518: Strasbourg’s Strangest Historical Mystery

16/04/2026

In 1518, hundreds of people in Strasbourg danced uncontrollably for days. Some died. A French local explains what actually happened behind the tale.…

Arts & Culture

Faire la Bise – French Greeting Kiss (User Manual)

12/03/2021

Arts & Culture

What is a Chateau?

18/12/2020

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Welcome to France Bucket List, the only France guide written by a French who actually lives there – not an expat tourist.

I'm Elisa, a French local based in Paris, certified French wine ambassador, and bon-vivant apprentice. I've explored every French region by train and car and can point you to the main spots and the places most visitors overlook. I share insider knowledge that comes from actually living here – not from a vacation.

Skip the generic guidebooks. France Bucket List is for the discerning traveler who wants cultural depth, honest opinions, and local knowledge you simply can't get from someone who visited once.