Fontaine-de-Vaucluse is a charming village lying on the bank of the Sorgue River. The locality was built around its source in a dead-end valley at the feet of ... Read more!
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Gordes Revealed: Discover the Stunning Acropolis of Provence
The village of Gordes is perched on a rock at 340 metres high, on the south flank of the Vaucluse plateau, above the plain of the Calavon River ... Read more!
Roussillon in Provence: What to See and Do
Roussillon lies in the northern part of the Luberon, between the Luberon mountain and the Vaucluse Plateau. The village is famous for its ochre quarries that were exploited ... Read more!
Ménerbes in Provence: What to See and Do
The old village of Ménerbes is situated on a rocky outcrop 230 metres above sea level. The territory of the commune reaches the top of Petit Luberon in ... Read more!
Eyrignac Gardens
The Eyrignac Gardens (Jardins du Manoir d’Eyrignac) are located in the commune of Salignac-Eyvigues in Périgord Noir (département of Dordogne), 13 km north-east from Sarlat-la-Canéda. Open to the ... Read more!
Discover the village of La Roque-Gageac
La Roque-Gageac is arguably one the most beautiful places in Périgord Noir, or at least one of the most photographed in south-western France. Listed as one of France’s ... Read more!
Marqueyssac Gardens: A Fabulous Site to See in the Dordogne
The Marqueyssac Gardens in Dordogne are the most visited gardens in the Southwest of France. The first time I visited them in September 2012, I was absolutely dazzled! ... Read more!
Castelnaud-la-Chapelle
Castelnaud-la-Chapelle is dominated by the most visited castle in the South of France. The picturesque village lies on the left bank of the Dordogne River. During the Middle-Ages, the ... Read more!
Discover the village and castle of Beynac
The strategic position of the village of Beynac-et-Cazenac is a point of interest in the Dordogne Valley which can not be ignored. From the very start, the village ... Read more!
Discover the bastide of Domme in the Périgord
Ideally set atop a hill above the Dordogne River, Domme is often nicknamed ‘the Acropolis of Périgord’. The village is an old bastide town founded in the Middle ... Read more!
Périgord: Discover the Historic Dordogne
The Périgord province corresponds to the département of Dordogne and is arguably one of the most popular regions of France for English-speaking visitors. This green and rural land ... Read more!
Top Things to See: The Best of Dordogne Valley in Périgord Noir
From Souillac to Trémolat, the Dordogne Valley flows through the region of Périgord Noir. Along the peaceful, scenic roads set along the shores of the Dordogne River are ... Read more!
Les Milandes Castle
Famously known as the former home of Josephine Baker, Les Milandes is a Renaissance château, which benefits from a wonderful view over the Dordogne Valley. The castle is located ... Read more!
Alsatian Wood Painting
Among the folk arts, wood painting (or country painting) is very popular in Alsace. This tradition of decorating furniture and household items, reminds us that the pleasure of ... Read more!
Discover the historic province of Savoie
The Pays de Savoie is mainly known for its mountains (The Mont Blanc and the French Alps) and its cheeses (Beaufort, Tomme, Reblochon, Raclette). The region has indeed ... Read more!
The little guide to half-timbered houses in Alsace
Colourful, decorative and flowery, the half-timbered houses in Alsace are part of the local landscape and contribute to the image of a region located on the side of ... Read more!
Amboise
Located halfway between Orléans and Tours, the little town of Amboise has played a great part in French history, particularly during the Renaissance era. The magnificent castle of ... Read more!
What you should see in Colmar Old Town
This guided tour of Colmar Old Town begins at the beautiful little Unterlinden square (which means “under the lime trees” in Alsatian dialect). The square is well laid ... Read more!
Strasbourg German Imperial District: Journey through the Neustadt
I’ve always been captivated by the grandeur of the German Imperial District of Strasbourg, a true embodiment of 19th-century German ambition. This iconic district was created in 1871 ... Read more!
Strasbourg and Europe: History and Anecdotes
Strasbourg and Europe: when a city on the River Rhine calls for reconciliation of the peoples of Europe after the tragic Second World War. In this post, we’ll ... Read more!
