Bonjour! - French Moments is all about bringing a little bit of France to wherever you are in the world. I’m Pierre and as a French/Australian I spent my childhood in France and Germany before moving to Australia which is where I began French Moments. Now back in Europe I am thoroughly enjoying being so close to everything in France again. My English isn’t perfect, the photos aren’t professional but a lot of passion goes into this site and I love this crazy adventure where I am learning and growing all the time. I’m cheered on my wife Rachel and our beautiful daughter Aimée who occasionally feature on the blog too and together we make up the French Moments family.
An elephant head near Les Halles, Paris
How many people passing by the busy street of rue de la Cossonnerie actually know there is an elephant head…
Discover the original tombstone of Napoleon in Paris
Whether liked or hated, Napoleon Bonaparte still fascinates today. Since its exile to the remote island of St. Helena, many mysteries…
Where to find the best baguettes in Paris
The French baguette is one of the biggest symbols of the nation. The daily ritual of buying fresh bread is…
Saint-Denis Basilica, the Royal Necropolis of France
Situated in the north of Paris, the Saint-Denis Basilica has been closely associated with French history. The church became a royal…
Discover Monet’s Gardens in Giverny
“I need flowers, always flowers, even flowers to pick… so that I can paint them on rainy days” – Claude…
What to see in Aix-les-Bains, Savoie
Aix-les-Bains is a spa resort in the French département of Savoie between Annecy and Chambéry in the French Alps. Bordered by Lake Bourget, the town enjoys a beautiful…
The summit of the Grand-Ballon in the Vosges
The Grand-Ballon is the highest summit in the Vosges and is situated between the valleys of the Thur and the…
Discover the Cité of Carcassonne, Occitanie
With more than 4 million visitors each year, Carcassonne is among the most prestigious tourist destinations in France, on a…
2016 Bastille Day parade on the Champs-Élysées
Here are a few facts about the 2016 Bastille Day parade on the Champs-Élysées that will take place on July,…
What you need to know about Bastille Day in France
What makes Bastille Day so special to the French? Mainly because this is the French national holiday! The celebration takes…
The Most Beautiful Christmas Carols in France
Christmas in France is celebrated with singing songs that are called “les noëls”. Sung by Christians attending the midnight catholic…
Trivia about France: do you know the answers?
Here are 12 questions about France… do you know the answers? France Trivia The answers A: the Garonne River. A:…
