If you speak German, you will find it easy to pick up French, as most European languages share the same linguistic roots. get a phrase book, and make a note of the most useful phrases you might need. You will find that all Europeans are sympathetic to the English, who don't have to bother learning another language because everyone speaks ours! You will probably find that a lot of people speak English in Paris, and if not, they'll help you to get by. Good luck.