The “Île de Ré” is an island off the west coast of France near La Rochelle . Ile de Ré is located on the west coast of France, along the Atlantic coast The island offers marine and rural landscapes, moors, dunes, woods, pine forests, marshes, large sandy beaches. The island is also …
The spot in the forest of Compiegne, France, where the armistice with Germany was signed, nov.11, 1918 . On the left is the train that formed the headquarters of Marshal Foch and on the right that occupied by the German envoys . 100 …
The Louvre Museum is an old royal palace located in the 1st arrondissement of Paris on the right bank of the Seine. The Louvre Museum is the world’s largest art museum and a historic monument in Paris. In 2017, the Louvre was the world’s most visited …
At the end of the harbour of Sète ( Mediterranean Sea ) is a rusted out derelict vessel named the Rio Tagus . Dans un bassin du port de Sète se trouve un navire abandonné rouillé nommé le Rio Tagus. Rust has become encrusted On wrecks …
The Place de la Concorde is one of the major public squares in Paris It is the largest square in the French capital. It was the site of many notable public executions during the French Revolution. It is located at the eastern end of the Champs-Élysées. …
The Château d’If is a fortress – prison in the Frioul archipelago situated in the Mediterranean Sea in the Bay of Marseille ( southeastern France ). It is famous for being one of the settings of Alexandre Dumas’ adventure novel The Count of Monte Cristo. Provence – Hiking tour in the Calanques around Marseille. …
Josselin Castle is one of the highlights of the ride from Roscoff to Nantes along the Canal and the Veldyssey. Here is a brief history of the castle. Josselin Castle’s story began 1000 years ago in 1008 : Guéthenoc, son of the Count of Rennes built a stockade …
The port of La Cayenne is the oyster port of Marennes, small river town of the Charente-Maritime which is today one of the main oyster-farming ports of France. Crossing France from north to south along the Atlantic, the cycling track of 1,200 km makes …
A CINEMA FESTIVAL BUT NOT ONLY …. Self-guided holiday on the French Riviera with an electric bike Self-guided holiday on the French Riviera with an electric bike …
Region bathed in sunshine, known for its scents and flavors, Provence remains synonymous with a magnificent terroir, from which are derived excellent products … The great specialties? Olive oil of course, fruit, vegs, aromatic herbs, goat cheeses, honey, or local wines, pottery, colorful cloth. Plus a few suprises specific to …
The Roscoff rocky outcrop is particulary protected. Very mild winters have allowed the development of an exuberant exotic garden overlooking the marina. In the 18th century, after the decline of its maritime trade, Roscoff became a “corsair city” but a was also one of the main smuggling port with …
English :The Vallon des Auffes is a little traditional fishing port in Marseille in the 7th arrondissement .Located 2.5 km south-west of the famous Vieux-Port. Its name comes from “l’auffe“, or “alfa” , a sort of cereal used to make rope, braids, and fishing nets. This little haven is composed of dozens of fisher cabins …
The Promenade de la Croisette is the seafront Promenade in Cannes, France. It stretches along the shore of the Mediterranean Sea and is about 2 km long. The Croisette is also known for the Palace where the Cannes Film Festival is held each year. Many expensive shops, restaurants, and hotels (such as the Carlton, Majestic,and Martinez) line the road. Let’s have a walk …
100 years ago the armistice of the first world war was signed here The Armistice that brought to an end of the greatest war in history, was signed on November 11, 1918, on this exact spot in the forest of Compiègne. …
The Vercors is a massif of mountains and plateaus East of the Rhône Valley, between the Drome department and the Isere department The Vercors massif and surrounding areas are protected thanks to the Natural regional park. In addition to outstanding, vertiginous landcapes the Vercors is also famous for the …
A trip in the heart of the Alsatian vineyards, its great vintages and authentic villages. A walking day passing by the balloons and at the feet of the great Vosges tops. The numerous castles and beautiful villages of the of the wine trail and the welcoming and convivial hosts …
Fort La Latte is a fortified castle at the East of Cap Fréhel, standing 196ft (60m) on a rock above the sea.The imposing edifice was built in the 14th century, and fortified in the 17th century. Crossing the drawbridge and exploring the crenellations, turrets and dungeons will take you back …
Hugh Grant fell in love with Eygalières and with the charm of Provence !the English actor chose to spend Summertime in this genuine village nestled in the mediterranean vegetation. He is besides not the only one to be seduced by the place. What about a short walk in …
All along the GR34 encircling the whole Brittany the landscape is stunning. From Saint Malo to Saint Brieuc the walk follows the dramatic Emerald Coast, the famous Frehel Cap, the outstanding pink cliffs of Erquy.These Natural sites have been on Unesco List since the 70s. Hiking in Brittany on …
GR34 walking around Brittany It is one of the most emblematic trails of Grande Randonnée®Français. The GR® 34 – or “Douaniers trail” – runs along more than 1,800 km along the coast of Brittany, offering uninterrupted views over the sea. Unforgettable! Rocky headlands, wild coasts, marshes, dunes, beaches, coves, and …
Perched on a promontory that offers a dramatic view over the Dordogne valley and the surrounding castles, Loubressac is a charming medieval village. The houses built of ochre stone and capped with pointed roofs. The church of Saint Jean Baptiste and the Castle, dating back to the 15th …
Stretching along the banks of the Rivers Adour and Nive, the waterside city of Bayonne is a lovely city in Southwest France, the capital of the French Basque Country. It’s been a strategic stronghold since medieval times, and the old ramparts are still visible around the outskirts of …
In the heart of Provence, this charming village enjoys a real provençal art de vivre : wander along the boulevards under the plane-tree shade, stroll around the narrow streets, find out a square where a fountain gently gurgles, the attractive boutiques and the Art galeries bring life to this town center. Take …
Together with Fontainebleau and Vaux le Vicomte, Blandy les Tours is part of the Circuit “Les 3 Chateaux” the 3 Castles tour in the Seine et Marne departement. A 40 mn train ride from Paris, the cycling tour starts in Melun which is unexpectedly a green forested environment, with large forests ,centuries-old trees, small …
The modern art mecca of the French capital, the Centre Georges Pompidou, is also known as Beaubourg . The building, which looks like an airport terminal, with its pipes, lifts and external scaffolding was a much-debate object when it was created in 1977 . Georges Pompidou the President at that period …
The coastline around Brittany occupies one third of the total length of the French coasts. Nearly 2 000 km proudly displaying a great diversity of sceneries : Pink Rocks in the Granite Coast, cliffs on the Emerald Coast, fjords in the extreme West, long sandy beaches, pebbles, islands, salt marshes, …
This imposing fortified and medieval Castle of Castelnau-Bretenoux is one of the most impressive in the Quercy region, it has been listed as a monument historique by the French Ministry of Culture since 1862. The building of this monument began about 1100, by Hugues, baron of Castelnau, who wanted to protect his …
Beware ! dramatic scenery! La pointe du Raz is labelled ” Grand Site de France”, a real Nature masterpiece. Between waves and steep rocks, this tip which is the extreme Western part of France is fascinating. This wild beauty marks the end of the World.Facing the Ocean with the New …
Marciac is a small village of Armagnac in the Southwestern part of France. It is a 13th century fortified village called “Bastide”,nestled down the hills of Armagnac where d’Artagnan was born. It is a bastide typical of the Gascony atmosphere. This charming place is authentic and the inhabitants are proud of …
Let’s follow the Tarn River for 50 kilometres.The Tarn Gorges are among the deepest canyons in Europe. They are also extremely picturesque – one of the most scenic parts of France . Classified since 2010 World Heritage of the UNESCO, the Tarn Gorgeare renowned among the French because of the …
After Christ’ s resurrection the apostles set out to evangelise the world. Legend attributes the evangelisation of the Iberian peninsula to Saint-James (Santiago in Spanish language). His sepulchre was miraculously discovered around 820-830 in Galicia (which is now Santiago de Compostela), and Spanish Christians made Saint-James the standard …
Along the banks of the Dordogne River the medieval village of Carennac is classified among the “Most Beautiful Villages of France”. These photos have been taken in early April in a misty morning light. It is located not far from the famous Gouffre de Padirac and Rocamadour, this renowned perched …
Autoire is classified among the Most Beautiful Villages of France and is really worth the visit in one of the most gorgeous regions of France : the Dordogne Valley where French and English people love hiking. The villages are very picturesque and rural landscapes have changed little since the 15th century. …
France-Camino-Walking the Via Tolosana -From Auch to Lourdes. Auch is one of the Capitals of the Gers and of Gascony.It is located only 77 km from Toulouse. It is known for the Renaissance Cathedral Sainte-Marie its remarkable organ, carved stalls and stained-glass windows, La …