If you are staying around Bordeaux, maybe doing some wine testing, there is one little town you must go to. You will not regret spending a day in Saint Emilion. It's probably the most charming village you will get to see! Saint Emilion is one of those villages that seems to come straight from ... Read the Post
A day in Saint Emilion – A charming medieval village near Bordeaux
The Chateau du Moulin: the perle of Sologne
There are so many gems hidden in the French Loire Valley, it is hard to choose which ones you'll want to see. Come along to visit the Chateau du Moulin and it will surely make it on your list. I can't count the number of times I drove by a sign showing the direction to the Chateau du Moulin. It ... Read the Post
Where to stay in the French region called Camargue
There is, in the South of France, a triangle of wonders which can be located between Montpellier, Avignon and Marseille. The exact limits can be extended slightly. Just look on a map and you'll have a general idea of the location of this French/Bermuda triangle. This is a triangle, you may want to ... Read the Post
The beloved Notre Dame de la Garde in Marseille
The Basilica of Notre Dame de la Garde, perched atop of a hill, overlooks and protect the city of Marseille and its habitants. Notre Dame de la Garde holds a special place in the heart of the Marseillais and is worth a visit, to try to understand why. Marseille is now France's largest city on the ... Read the Post
The mesmerizing Strasbourg Cathedral – 1000 years of history & legends
Strasbourg Cathedral stands like a beacon on the charming island that forms the heart of Strasbourg. With its single Gothic spire and pink color robe, it is recognizable from all other cathedrals. A touch of History Like most cathedrals, the Strasbourg Cathedral was built on the former site of a ... Read the Post
The treasures of the Cité de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine in Paris
The Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine is a museum which holds a collection of plaster reproductions of French monuments, mainly gothic churches and cathedrals but also modern and contemporary architectural models. Seeing reproductions of a cathedral portal might not sound so interesting to ... Read the Post
The Château de Pierrefonds, a romantic 19th century Medieval castle
The Château de Pierrefonds is an impressive French treasure. It looks like a medieval castle but it was actually built during the 19th century. Wonder why? Let's dig... Legal disclaimer: I found books, about the Château de Pierrefonds, that you may like to read so this ... Read the Post
Visiting France? Stay in a Chateau with this amazing guide
If you are planning a trip to France, there is guide and website you are going to love. It is called "Bienvenue au Château" and it will enable you to stay in various Châteaux and country manors, all across France. Have you always dreamed about being able to stay in a Chateau for a night ... Read the Post
The Hospices of Beaune, a hospital like you’ve never seen!
You never thought visiting a Hospital could be interesting? Me neither! But when in the heart of the Burgundy region in France, and specifically in Beaune, you really can't miss the opportunity. You go there to take pictures of the magnificent tiled roof and you end up wondering what it was like to ... Read the Post
Looking for a Hotel in Chantilly? The Auberge du Jeu de Paume is a dream
Following my post on the Chateau de Chantilly, you are looking for a hotel in Chantilly? I hope you do because the Chateau is so worth visiting! So, look no further for a place to stay. The Auberge du Jeu de Paume is a dream. Note: This post includes Booking affiliated links. If ... Read the Post
Visiting the Chateau de Chantilly
The Chateau de Chantilly is a beautiful Chateau located just 50 km North of Paris. The perfect destination for a day gateway, in the charming countryside of Picardy. Come along for a visit! As usual, in my 'visit' post, I am starting by giving you some historical background, my little pinch of ... Read the Post
The Amiens Cathedral, the biggest Gothic Cathedral ever created
Gothic Cathedrals are like giant history books to whom wishes to take the time to read them. The Amiens Cathedral is the biggest of all, or at least it is the biggest one ever finished, in France. Amiens is a little and, quite surprisingly, charming city located 100km North of Paris. Surprisingly ... Read the Post
