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| custom_value_2= Three3}}France is a pavilion located within World Showcase in [[Epcot]]. It is located between the [[Morocco]] and [[The United Kingdom]].

 While the France pavilion was also going to be a part of World Showcase, the pavilion’s design and layout changed many timesthroughout its development. When Early designs of the pavilion opened in 1982, it featured the widescreen film, show that theater which would eventually house [[Impressions de France. Early deigns for the theater, show that ]] was at one time, the theater was going to be round<ref name= "Crawford"> http://progresscityusa.com/2010/04/15/elseworlds-epcot-centers-french-circlevision/ </ref>. This means design suggests that Imagineers may have originally intended the film to be a CircleVision 360 film (, although this in unconfirmed). According Richard Beard’s book, Walt Disney’s EPCOT: Creating the New World of Tomorrow<ref> Walt Disney's EPCOT: creating the new world of tomorrowRichard Beard - Walt Disney - H.N. Abrams - 1982 </ref>, the pavilions pavilion's layout changed was altered drastically before the pavilion it was built. Beard says:

At one time, plans for the pavilion also called for the creation of an animated map. Guests would be able to push a button on the map to learn about what was happening in the countries France's various regions. Regions included would have beenincluding: the coasts of Normandy and Brittany, the skiing areas, the Riviera, and the wine country<ref name= "Crawford"/>. Also planned but never built, was Another unused plan for the France pavilion called for an exposition hall Exposition Hall based on Paris' Les Hallesin Paris. Originally the The hall would have held showed displays of the different France's provincial regions and serve , as well as an information center<ref name= "Martin"> http://www.martinsvids.net/?p=121 </ref>.

[[Image:Francepavilion.jpg|400px|thumb|Concept Art for the France Pavilion, showing the Palais du Cinema as round.]]The France pavilion opened with the rest of World Showcase on October 1, 19711982 <ref name= "day"> http://thisdayindisneyhistory.homestead.com/epcotgrandopening.html </ref>. One way that guests can enter the pavilion is by crossing a metal bridge. The bridge is based on the Point des Arts (the first metal bridge in Paris) and the waterway that it crosses is meant to represent the Seine River <ref name= "Spence"> http://land.allears.net/blogs/jackspence/2011/09/epcots_france_pavilion_part_on.html </ref>. The front pavilion is themed to look like Paris, between the years 1871–1914. In France this period , which is known as La Belle Époque (beautiful ageThe Beautiful Age)in France <ref name= "Martin"/>. The back of the pavilion on the other hand incorporates the small towns and provinces in France, in the form of “Le Petite Rue” a small and , quaint street. On way that guests can enter the pavilion is by crossing a metal bridge. The bridge is based on the Point des Arts, the first metal bridge in Paris and the waterway that it crosses over is meant to be the Seine River. The focal point of the pavilion is a recreation re-creation of the Eiffel Tower, which was built at approximately 1/10 scale of the original<ref name= "Spence"/>. Also of note is a park based on “A Sunday Afternoon on the Island La Grande Jatte” by the French artist Georges Seura<ref name= "Spence"/>. Although the park is pleasant to look at, it is not accessible to guests.

When the France pavilion originally opened, it featured two table service restaurants: [[ImageLes Chefs de France]], and Au Petit Café. Both restaurants proved to be extremely popular, and due to demand [[Bistro de Paris]] was built in 1984 <ref> https:Francepavilion//d23.jpg|thumb|Concept Art for com/a-to-z/bistro-de-paris/ </ref>. This new table service restaurant was constructed on the second floor of the Les Chefs de France Pavilionrestaurant <ref> The EPCOT explorer's encyclopedia: R. Pedersen - Epcyclopedia Press - 2011 </ref>, showing replacing the Palais du Cinema as roundoffice buildings that were previously housed there.Another change to France's restaurants came in 1997, when Disney decided to merge Au Petite Café with Les Chefs de France <Ref name= "Jack"> http://land.allears.net/blogs/jackspence/2011/09/france_pavilion_part_two.html </ref>. The restaurant reopened as an expanded version of [[Les Chefs de France]]later that year <ref name= "Jack"/>.

When In 2012, the France pavilion originally opened, it featured two table service restaurants: Les Chefs de France, 's bakery [[Boulangerie Patisserie]] closed and Au Petit Café. Both restaurants proved was moved to be extremely popular, and due to demanda new, larger building <Ref> http://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/boulangerie-patisserie/news/20aug2012-photos---new-photo-shows-a-greatly-expanded-bakery-building-rising-behind-the Bistro de Paris was built-france-pavilion.htm </ref>. The new table service restaurant was constructed eventually reopened on the second floor of the January 10, 2013 as [[Les Chefs de France restaurantHalles Boulangerie Patisserie]], replacing in its new location <ref> http://www.wdwmagic.com/dining/boulangerie-patisserie/news/10jan2013-photos---epcot's-france-pavilion-new-les-halles-boulangerie-pattiserie-now-open.htm </ref>. Subsequently, on May 30, 2013, [[L'Artisan des Glaces]] (an ice cream parlor) opened in the office buildings that were previously housed thereoriginal Boulangerie Patisserie location <Ref> https://d23. Another change com/a-to France’s -z/lartisan-des-glaces/ </ref>. More changes to France's restaurants came in 1997on December 10, 2012, when Disney decided to merge Au Petite Café with Les Chefs Bistro de FranceParis was replaced by Monsieur Paul <ref> https://disneyparks. The disney.go.com/blog/2012/12/monsier-paul-restaurant reopened as an expanded version of Les Chefs de France later that year-debuts-dec-11-upstairs-at-epcot-france-pavilion/ </ref>. Named after the famous French chef Paul Bocuse, Monsieur Paul offers a slightly less formal dining experience than its predecessor.

The French Besides its many restaurants and shops, the France pavilion is also home to the [[Impressions De de France movie. The ]] attraction . This film is held shown in the Palais du Cinema, which was based on a theater in Fontainebleau<ref name= "Jack"/>. Impression’s Impressions De France is a travelogue which tours shows guests the various parts regions of France, while a score of classical music arranged by Buddy Baker plays<ref name= "Martin"/>. On July 15, 2017, Disney announced that a version of the Ratatouille: The Adventure attraction from France's Disney Studios Park would be constructed in the France pavilion <ref> http://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/ratatouille/news/16jul2017-ratatouille-coming-to-epcots-france-pavilion.htm </ref>. The new attraction is expected to open in time for Walt Disney World's 50th anniversary in 2021. Subsequently, on November 17, 2018, Disney announced that a new Beauty and the Beast sing along attraction would be coming to the France pavilion's Palais du Cinema <ref> https://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2018/11/new-nighttime-spectaculars-beauty-the-beast-sing-along-announced-for-epcot/ </ref>. The new film is expected to alternate showings with Impressions de France, and will not replace the classic film. On August 25, 2019, Disney announced that The Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along film would be joining [[Impressions de France]] in the Palais du Cinema on January 2020 <ref name="magic"> https://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/ratatouille/news/25aug2019-remys-ratatouille-adventure-gets-a-summer-2020-opening-alongside-other-france-pavilion-additions.htm </ref>. Furthermore, at this time, Disney announced that Remy's Ratatouille Adventure (the official name of the previously announced Ratatouille dark ride attraction) would open in the Summer of 2020, along with a new restaurant named [[La Crêperie de Paris]] <ref name="magic"/>.

'''[[Impressions de FranceBeauty and the Beast Sing-Along]]'''- This movie shows guests various sights in France on a 180 degree screen15 minute retelling of Beauty and the Beast features songs from the film including "Be Our Guest" and "Gaston". The scenes in the film are set to a score arranged is narrated by Buddy BakerAngela Lansbury.

'''Disney Phineas and Ferb: Agent P[[Remy's World Showcase Ratatouille Adventure]]'''- On this interactive adventure, This 4D attraction shrinks guests use a "F.O.N.E." (Field Operative Notification Equipment) down to help Agent P. stop Dr. Doofesnshmirtz, by looking for clues throughout World Showcasethe size of a mouse and takes them on a whirlwind adventure through Gustave's kitchen.

'''Chefs De France[[Monsieur Paul]]-''' This table service restaurant features a menu created by is located on the three famous chefs, Paul Bocuse, Gaston Lenotre and Roger Vergefloor above Chefs de France. From 1984 until 2012 the restaurant was known as Bistro de Paris.

'''Bistro De Paris[[Les Halles Boulangerie Paitisserie]]-''' This table counter service restaurant is located on the floor above Chefs de Francesells French pastries, sandwiches and snacks. Bistro de Paris is a little pricier then Chefs de France.

'''Boulangerie Paitisserie-[[L'Artisan des Glaces]]'' '- This counter service restaurant sells French pastries, sandwiches and snacksice cream parlor opened in 2013.

'''Plume et Palette-''' This shop sells French fragrances, soaps and handbags. At one time guests could go to the second floor of the store and buy impressionist prints, ; however the this floor is no longer open to guests.

'''La SinageSignature-''' This shop carries Guerlain fragrances for men and women. The shop was redesigned in 2007 to resemble the original La Maison Guerlain boutique in Paris.

'''Les Vins des Chefs de France-''' This shop offers various French wines. Wine as well as wine tasting is also available.

'''L’Esprit de Provence-''' This store, located Located across from Les Vins des Chefs de France , this store sells kitchenware, silverware and cookbooks.

'''Souvenirs de France-''' This large store shop sells various French merchandise. Guests can also find France's Kidcot station here. The store Souvenirs de France was originally known as Galarie des Halles.===Former Shopping==='''La Casserole'''- This shop sold gourmet cookware and other housewares.

'''Serveur Amusant-''' This comical waiter performs a 20 minute juggling show, usually on Wednesday Wednesdays through SundaySundays.

* If guests look closely on In 1989 the banks of Seine, they can see an easel and painting. The painting is of World Showcase. bridge found in the France pavilion was expanded to accommodate International Gateway (Epcot Center's second entrance) <ref name= "Martin"/>

* On If guests look closely on the other side banks of the bridgeSeine, another painting they can be foundsee an easel and painting. This one The painting is of the bridge itselfInternational Gateway <Ref name= "Spence"/>.

* Large green boxes line On the shore other side of the Seine. These are common in Francebridge, as many secondhand booksellers store their merchandise in similar structuresanother painting can be found- this one is of the bridge itself<Ref name= "Spence"/>.

* In Large green boxes line the lobby outside Impressions de France, guests can see shore of the Spitting GargoyleSeine. The statue is a replica of one of the gargoyles that guard the Cathedral of Notre DameThese are common in France as many secondhand booksellers store their merchandise in similar structures<Ref name= "Spence"/>.

* In the lobby outside Impressions de France, guests can see the Spitting Gargoyle. The statue is a replica of one of the gargoyles that guard the Cathedral of Notre Dame. The gargoyle was made from a cast of the original<ref name= "Jack"/>.

* The France pavilion was dedicated on October 20, 1982 <ref name==References==http://land.allears.net/blogs/jackspence/2011/09"day"/epcots_france_pavilion_part_on.html>

http* The tourist center in the France pavilion was called Centre de Tourisme et d'Information <ref> https://www.martinsvidsdisneydocs.net/?p_files/ugd/5db718_0b875a96406e4bc4a103b184e3d1dc11.pdf </ref> ==References==121