Perhaps the best-known is Michelin, which sells national, regional and departmental road maps. It also produces an atlas routier (road atlas) if you want maps of the main roads as well as details of 40 French towns.
Where can I get a free map of Paris?
You can obtain free maps from the ticket offices in metro stations, in the department stores and at all the information centres of the Paris Convention and Visitors Bureau (the latter is available in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese and Russian!).
What is the best map for walking in France?
If there is no topoguide for your chosen walk, you can use TOP 100 maps, published by the Institut Géographique National (IGN). The scale of these maps is 1:100,000, which is 1 cm = 1 km. TOP 100 maps are designed for walkers and cyclists, and show all the GRs, GRPs and bike paths.
Is Google Maps reliable in France?
Google maps works pretty well in France, I'd say as well as it does in the US. You either need a data plan or to download offline maps (or both). Offline maps will only give driving directions I think, not walking or public transport. I've also used my Garmin Nuvi GPS with European maps, and that works well too.
What is the cheapest way to navigate in Paris?
The metro is a simple, fast and economical way to get around Paris. The network is made up of 16 lines and has more than 300 stations, the entrance to which is indicated by a large yellow letter “M”.
What is the best Paris map for tourists?
Is Google Maps accurate in Paris?
I use the Map app of the iPhone for walking (if I use a map at all) and it's very accurate. Google walking times are quite accurate also. Google street views for Paris are excellent and recent; you can practically tour the city with them.
Can I use Google Maps in Paris?
We recommend you start using WAZE (or Google Maps) GPS at home before the trip as this is the best navigation tool in France.
What is the French equivalent of Google Maps?
Géoportail is a comprehensive web mapping service of the French government that publishes maps and geophysical aerial photographs from more than 90 sources for France and its territories.
What is the best app for getting around Paris?
CitymapperCitymapper is a must-have app for visiting Paris, offering optimized route suggestions, real-time updates, and offline maps to help you confidently navigate the city. This app not only covers the Parisian metro system, but also provides information on buses, trams, and even bikes!
What navigation app to use in Paris?
We recommend you start using WAZE (or Google Maps) GPS at home before the trip as this is the best navigation tool in France.
How many days do you need in Paris first time?
around 4-5 daysFirst-time travelers should try and plan around 4-5 days—ample time to enjoy some classic Parisian highlights and visit a few of the 20 arrondissements (neighborhoods).