The classic guide to the enchanting destinations of the Ile-de-France, all within an hour’s journey from central Paris, with maps, photographs and all practical information.

"The most exciting travel guide I've read in years." - Huffington Post

This classic guidebook, full of the little-known treasures of the Île de France, is now fully updated and revised, with two new chapters.

Discover half-hidden chateaux and artists’ country houses; walk, boat or dance by the river; explore old towns and country footpaths; and eat in small family-run cafés and restaurants. Based on over 30 years’ experience of exploring the Paris countryside by train, each visit inclu*es the essential historical context and practical information to help you discover places unknown to many Parisians.

Written with humor and a flair for the unusual and authentic, the text is illustrated with original photos and local maps. It inclu*es a unique guide to using the excellent local train network.