| Country | France (+ Monaco) |
| Region | Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur (PACA) |
| Capital of the Region | Nice (approx. 340,000 inhabitants) |
| Language | French |
| Currency | Euro (€) |
| Time Zone | CET (UTC+1) — same time as Germany |
| Electricity | 230V, Type C/E — German plugs fit (Type C) |
| Drinking Water | Tap water drinkable |
| Telephone Code | +33 (Monaco: +377) |
| Visa | EU/Schengen — no visa required for EU citizens |
| Coastline Length | approx. 115 km (Menton to Saint-Raphaël) |
| Highest Point | Mont Agel (1,148 m, behind Monaco) |
| Location | Southeastern France, between the Italian border and the Var estuary |