Today we visited the medieval town of Provins situated 80 kilometres South-East of Paris in the Seine-et-Marne département. One striking fact drew our attention… Firstly, take a look ... Read more!
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Côte Sainte-Catherine, the best view of Rouen
The hill of Sainte-Catherine (Côte Sainte-Catherine) offers a stunning panoramic view of the city of Rouen, its suburbs and the Seine. The hillside is covered by chalk meadows and ... Read more!
Explore the Fine Arts Museum of Rouen
The renowned Fine Arts Museum of Rouen was established by Napoleon I but the present building dates back to the end of the 19th century and was entirely restored ... Read more!
Saint-Ouen Abbey Church, the jewel of Rouen
The Saint-Ouen abbey church would have been an impressive cathedral anywhere else in France but, here in Rouen, it is only over-shadowed by the cathedral of Notre-Dame. However, ... Read more!
Saint Joan of Arc Church, Rouen
Situated on the historic Place du Vieux-Marché, Saint Joan of Arc church is Rouen‘s 20th-century response to the medieval Gothic churches that made the city’s reputation. Its sweeping curves ... Read more!
Saint-Maclou church in Rouen: A marvel of Gothic Architecture
On my last visit to Rouen, I discovered the Saint-Maclou Church, and I have to say, it’s one of the most beautiful churches in Normandy. This gem of ... Read more!
Top 10 things to see in Rouen
Far from the image of an industrial river port town, the historic city centre of Rouen is definitely a “must-see”. From Gothic churches to civil buildings, here is below our selection ... Read more!
Walking in the Old Town of Rouen: Discover the Ultimate Itinerary
Walking in the old town of Rouen is like stepping into a living history book. On a bright summer day, I finally set off to explore the historic ... Read more!
Ossuary of Saint-Maclou, Rouen
The Ossuary of Saint-Maclou (Aître Saint-Maclou) is one of the strangest landmarks to visit in Rouen. This unique courtyard surrounded by four wings of half-timbered and stone houses was ... Read more!
Hôtel de Bourgtheroulde, Rouen
The Bourgtheroulde Mansion is one of the finest Flamboyant Gothic houses in the historic town of Rouen. Dating from the 16th century, it now houses a luxury hotel. ... Read more!
Tower of Joan of Arc, Rouen
The Tower of Joan of Arc is the only part that remains from the medieval castle of Rouen. The former keep was named after Joan of Arc, who ... Read more!
The Gros-Horloge: Rouen’s Iconic Timekeeper Through the Age
The Gros-Horloge in Rouen had caught my eye in photos long before I ever visited. But nothing could have prepared me for the breathtaking beauty of seeing it ... Read more!
Châtenois, A Little Gem on the Alsace Wine Route
Châtenois (département of Bas-Rhin) is situated on the foothills of the Vosges and is surrounded by the vineyards of Alsace. The village is located 3 km from the town centre of Sélestat, ... Read more!
Discover the village Kintzheim in Alsace
The village of Kintzheim (département of Bas-Rhin) is a popular landmark on the Alsace Wine Route between Ribeauvillé and Sélestat. The village is home to the popular attractions of ... Read more!
A selection of desserts from Paris
This is a very little post about a selection of desserts from Paris recently bought while walking in various districts of the French capital. We are often in contemplation when ... Read more!
Discover the village of Niedermorschwihr, Alsace
The charming wine village of Niedermorschwihr, Alsace is situated not far from Turckheim and Colmar on the Alsace Wine Route. It is reputed for its vineyards as well as for ... Read more!
Puy de Sancy, the highest peak of the Massif Central
Located 50km from Clermont-Ferrand, Puy de Sancy is the highest mountain in the Massif Central. The mountain towers over the ski resort of Super-Besse and the spa town ... Read more!
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 Lauch in Alsace. The Grand-Ballon summit Grand-Ballon in ... Read more!
Quick facts about the Crêt de la Neige in the Jura
Crêt de la Neige is the highest mountain of the Jura Mountains and oversees the Pays de Gex and Lake Geneva. The Crêt de la Neige in the ... Read more!
West Facade of Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris
The west facade of Notre-Dame cathedral is a remarkable Gothic masterpiece of simplicity and harmony. Architect Le Corbusier described the Notre-Dame’s facade as a ‘pure creation of the ... Read more!
