France: a country to admire and enjoy, a paradise for all senses. The French: a people to fall in love with. The French live on love and red wine, Parisian women strut in perfect elegance down the avenues, and as a tourist, one quickly finds themselves at a loss in beautiful France without language skills - the clichés about one of Germans' favorite travel destinations run deep. This book shares insights from an insider's perspective on which of these clichés hold some truth, and especially what lesser-known anecdotes there are about this close yet distinctly different neighboring country. The authors, having been long-time correspondents for ARD in France, have immersed themselves in the everyday life of the French. With a loving wink, this book offers even seasoned France enthusiasts personal stories that inspire wonder - seasoned with a touch of current events.