The French Countryside: A Discovery Guide
Do you wonder what lies beyond Paris? Industrial estates? High-rise blocks? Commercial zones? The least…
Author Pierre
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.
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Knowing the rivers of France is part of getting to know France. Many waterways find…
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French elegance in Chantilly
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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!
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50 Beautiful Photos Of Spring in Alsace To Cheer You Up!
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50 Beautiful Photos Of Rural France To Cheer You Up!
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10 Steps To Prepare Your Travel To France
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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…
A bit of France at le Marché of Heathfield
On a sunny Monday morning of the long August weekend, we visited Le Marché of…
Discover the house of Jean Hérouet in Paris
When you walk along the busy rue des Francs Bourgeois in the Marais district, you’ll…
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,…
Dijon gastronomy: a great foodie destination in Burgundy
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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.…
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At the very end of the Belleville valley lies the stunning domain of Val Thorens.…
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What it’s like to ride the La Plagne Bobsleigh?
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The best travel bag for your next trip to France!
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This is Léon, the last Gas streetlamp in Paris !
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10 Destinations for a Christmas Trip in Alsace-Lorraine
During 12 days in November and December 2018 we criss-crossed the regions of Lorraine and…
Mont Pourri, Savoie’s third highest peak
The Mont Pourri is a mountain situated in the French Alps. At an altitude reaching 3,779…
Dates of Christmas Markets in France
Here are the dates of Christmas markets in France for 2019. Each year, Christmas markets are opening in…
Why you should visit La Plagne in Autumn
This is the second time we are spending Autumn in the French Alps. With less…
Grande Casse, Savoie’s highest peak
The Grande Casse is a mountain situated in the French Alps. At an altitude reaching 3,855…
Cycling Lake Annecy: one of France’s best tours
When you drive around the mountains surrounding Annecy you’ll pass many cyclists tempted by the…
The secrets about the Moulin Rouge in Paris
Ohh la la… Le Moulin Rouge is one the most famous cabarets in the world. It…
Why you should climb the Aiguille Rouge in Les Arcs!
Looking for an outing for all the family in the Alps? With a few small…
Discover the domain of Les Arcs in Summer
Are you looking for a Summer destination for all the family in the French Alps?…
2 days in Nancy: where to go and what to see
First time in Nancy? Well, you’re in for a treat! Over your 2 days in…
Arc Héré, the triumphal arch of Nancy
You’ve certainly heard of Paris’ grand Arc de Triomphe. In the Lorraine city of Nancy is another…
A short biography of Napoleon Bonaparte
You may hate him or love him… but you can’t ignore Napoleon Bonaparte, the former…
The Dome church of Les Invalides and Napoleon’s tomb
The glittering golden roof of the Dome church is an unmissable landmark in the Parisian landscape.…
Discover the original tombstone of Napoleon in Paris
Whether liked or hated, Napoleon Bonaparte still fascinates today. Since its exile to the remote island…
The iconic newspaper kiosks of Paris
Whether you’ve been to Paris or have seen photos and movies shot in the French…
Why the Morris Column is an iconic image of Paris
The Morris column (colonne Morris in French) is a tall and elegant dark green advertising…
The iconic Wallace fountains in Paris
While exploring Paris, you’ve probably spotted some of the Wallace fountains. These iconic elements of street…
The best way to discover La Plagne in the French Alps
Since we’ve moved to an alpine village in the Tarentaise Valley we have not yet…
Discover the surprising Dragon fountain in Paris
The Dragon fountain of Paris is certainly one of the most surprising monuments found in the…