Embassy of Finland in Paris, France; address Place de Finlande, 75007, Paris; phone +33144181920. Head of mission: Mr. Matti Anttonen. Plus 18 other missions.
Head of mission: Mr. Matti Anttonen, Ambassador (as listed in the diplomatic list of Monaco, 27 Nov 2024)
Also accredited to: Monaco
Head of mission: Ms Emmanuel Cruse, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Jack A. Lanco, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Michel Guyon, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Rémy Chassaignon, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Xavier Simon, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Gabriel Rebourcet, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Joan Da Silva, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr. Frédéric Fritsch, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr. Yves Raynaud, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr Frédéric Doux, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Bruno Durieu du Pradel, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Finland, 15 Nov 2024)
Finland is an appealing destination for some French visitors due to its stunning landscapes and rich culture. While there have been fluctuations in tourist arrivals, the country's natural beauty and cultural offerings continue to attract interest. With 13.7 million French traveling abroad annually, a portion of them may be drawn to explore Finland.
Finland is considered one of the safest countries in Europe for tourists, including those from France. It ranks 8th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, significantly safer than France, which ranks 40th. According to the Global Peace Index, Finland is ranked 13th out of 160 countries, whereas France is ranked 84th. In terms of murder rates, Finland has a rate of 1.6 per 100,000 people, compared to France's 1.1. However, when looking at organized crime, Finland generally scores better than France across various categories, indicating lower levels of mafia presence and crime networks. Overall, tourists from France can feel relatively safe visiting Finland, as it boasts a lower risk of violent crime and organized crime compared to their home country.