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The 5 best lesser-known French destinations tourists hardly ever visit

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In 2023 , France was the most visited country in Europe , ranking it the world's most popular tourist destination.

While other European countries, including Italy and Spain , crack down on overtourism, France is struggling.

So, if you’re thinking of heading off to France this summer but want to dodge the crowds, Metro has rounded up some lesser known destinations.

Île-de-France has been described as France ’s version of the Home Counties .

It's made up of eight regions (or départements) and Yvelines has one of the country's best-kept secrets: Bonelles.

Jet2 is the first airline to offer a direct flight from Newcastle to Chambéry .