France - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Exercise increased cautionin France due to terrorism and unrest. Violence and rioting have recently occurred in France and may continue. Avoid demonstrations and areas of unrest.  Stay away from areas with large crowds or significant police activity. Pickpocketing and phone thefts are common, especially in crowded places. Terrorist groups continue to plan possible attacks in France and may attack with little to no warning. There are also regular, peaceful protests and strikes in Paris and other cities throughout France.  Pickpocketing and phone thefts are frequent crimes. They can occur in crowded areas such as:  Airports  Subways and train cars  Tourist attractions  Train stations  Terrorist groups continue to plan possible attacks in France. They may attack with little or no warning. Possible targets include:  Tourist locations  Transportation hubs and airports  Markets and shopping malls  Local government facilities  Hotels, restaurants, and clubs  Places of worship  Major sporting and cultural events  Educational institutions  Parks  Other public areas  Demonstrations and strikes happen...