Why you should discover Bédoin in Provence
In this article, I have chosen to tell you about the village of Bédoin, where…
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Pierre
Pierre is a French/Australian who is passionate about France and its culture. He grew up in France and Germany and has also lived in Australia and England. He has a background teaching French, Economics and Current Affairs, and holds a Master of Translating and Interpreting English-French with the degree of Master of International Relations, and a degree of Economics and Management. Pierre is the author of the Discovery Course on the Secrets of the Eiffel Tower and the Christmas book "Voyage au Pays de Noël".
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For many, Easter in France evokes a certain sweetness of life, a springtime celebration that…
Geography of France Answers
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Free Geography of France Worksheets
On this page, you will find a number of worksheets to help with learning all…
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“Paris: The Camera’s Kiss” is a collection of beautiful photos by journalist Jeremy Ferguson taken…
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In a previous article, I talked about what is France in French. I’d like to…
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Paris Smiles: a collection of Parisian portraits
Paris Smiles is a collection of over a hundred portraits in black-and-white taken by Ronald…
France for Kids: Facts and Activities
Welcome to the France for kids page!This page is still under work as we are…
Discover the historic city of Nancy in the snow
Last week the first snowflakes fell in the northeast in mid-January. In Strasbourg, Colmar, Metz…
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The NEW Christmas ebook is out!
It is in the midst of that sad context we’re living in, I came up…
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A photographic journey to a French Winter Wonderland
For many, the words ‘Winter Wonderland’ refers to a popular American song played during the…
The French Moments Christmas Gift Guide is out!
Welcome to the 2020 French Moments Christmas Gift Guide! In the past, people have asked…
The Eiffel Tower Discovery Course is here!
Today I’m launching my new Eiffel Tower Discovery Course… check it out! Welcome to the…
The French Christmas Traditions: A Discovery Guide!
The French consider Christmas as one of their most important holidays, alongside Bastille Day! How…
Take the Eiffel Tower Quiz
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Take the Carcassonne Quiz
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Take the Squares of Paris Quiz
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Take the October 2020 Quiz
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Take the Rocamadour Quiz
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Discover the Formidable Fortified Town of Briançon
An imposing citadel on a rocky outcrop in a spectacular setting of high mountain peaks……
The French Countryside: A Discovery Guide
Do you wonder what lies beyond Paris? Industrial estates? High-rise blocks? Commercial zones? The least…
What Is Germany In French: A Little Guide
What is ‘Germany’ in French? This might be an easy question for francophiles and francophones…
Take the September 2020 Quiz
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Explore the English village of Burwash, East Sussex
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3 Ideas for Day Trips in the Paris Region
Have you heard of the Île de France? In English the region is often simply…
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On Wednesday the 1st July 2020 a programme called “Le Village Préféré des Français” was shown…
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Knowing the rivers of France is part of getting to know France. Many waterways find…
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The street-name plaques of Paris are so famous they have become iconic features of authentic…
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This is quite a special post that I’m writing today. I am so thrilled to…
French elegance in Chantilly
Like a fairytale castle, Chantilly is surrounded by a vast garden, similar to those of…
The Best Places to See along the Seine River
For many international visitors to France, the River Seine is synonymous with the romantic banks of…
The Best Gothic Art Books to Understand French Churches
When you want to understand the features of a Gothic cathedral or church, you can…
50 Beautiful Photos Of Spring in Lorraine To Cheer You Up!
After the success of 50 photos of Spring in Alsace, I’m striking back with a new…
50 Beautiful Photos Of Spring in Alsace To Cheer You Up!
As I write this post, France and Belgium are now confined to limit the pandemic…
50 Beautiful Photos Of Rural France To Cheer You Up!
March 2020 – as I’m writing this post, the world faces an unprecedented health crisis.…
10 Steps To Prepare Your Travel To France
This is it! After many years dreaming about French baguettes, the Eiffel Tower and fields…
The Mystery Behind the Chimney of the Eiffel Tower
Only a very small number of Parisians and tourists know of the existence of what…
Top 10 most famous things to see in Lyon
As France’s second largest metropolitan area, Lyon boasts a rich architectural and cultural heritage. For a long…
The best photos of Christmas in France
There’s nowhere quite as magical as France at Christmas time. In December the most beautiful Christmas…
Meursault in Burgundy: sightseeing and places to see
Have you heard of Meursault in Burgundy? Although we certainly had before, we couldn’t have…
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On a sunny Monday morning of the long August weekend, we visited Le Marché of…
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How and where to rent a chateau in France?
Who hasn’t dreamed of visiting a chateau in France? The country boasts thousands of them,…
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There is no longer any need to prove the reputation of Dijon gastronomy. This is…
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What to see in Nice when cruising the French Riviera
There are many good reasons why you should start (or finish) a cruise in Nice.…