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…
Browsing: Cities of France
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…
Set sail for unforgettable holidays in the Dordogne
Summer is upon us and it’s made me think a lot recently of my childhood…
Discover the Provins Medieval Christmas Market
I have two favourite sites when it comes to Christmas in the Seine-et-Marne département. These…
The return from the Alpine pastures in Annecy
I’ve known about the return from the Alpine pastures for a long time. I had…
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,…
What to see in La Roche-sur-Foron in Haute-Savoie
La Roche-sur-Foron is a little town in the French département of Haute-Savoie at the crossroads…
Discover the Côtes de Toul vineyards in Lorraine
Vineyards and wine in Lorraine? You and I are not dreaming! Caught between two famous wine regions,…
What we discovered in the Glieres Plateau
Since we arrived in Annecy, we’ve been told the Glieres Plateau (Plateau des Glières) was…
What to see in Groisy in the Annecy region?
Commanding fine views of the Alps and as far as the Jura, the village of…
Why we chose Annecy as our new French base
After three years residing in the Paris region, we finally moved to Annecy for our…
Discover the Unterlinden Museum in Colmar
French journalist and writer André Hallays (1859-1930) once said: “here dwells the relics of which are…
The Rêve de Couleurs Light show in Reims
On the occasion of the Holiday season, the façade of Reims cathedral is magically enhanced…
Conflans-Sainte-Honorine
Last weekend we visited the historic town of Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, 25 kilometres to the north-west of…
Walking Tour of Maisons-Laffitte with our friends from Sydney
We have a French saying: “Après la pluie, le beau temps” that means ‘After the…
Parc du Dispensaire, Sartrouville
On my previous post I published a few photos of our walk across the River…
Promenade in Sartrouville
On the first day of May I took my little girl with me on a…
Colourful Spring Flowers in Maisons-Laffitte
In between rain showers we decided to venture outside and stroll in the beautiful park…
Our photos taken during a week spent in Annecy
You would have probably noticed it on our Facebook or Instagram accounts, we went out of…
A sunny InstaMeet in Maisons-Laffitte, Yvelines
Last Sunday we were nine Instagrammers to meet on a sunny morning in our suburb…
What to see when spending April in Nancy
Spring is a beautiful season of the year to start discovering towns and villages around…
Fantastic April Sunrise in Maisons-Laffitte
This morning we enjoyed a fantastic April Sunrise in Maisons-Laffitte and wanted to publish a…
Easter Egg Nest in France
In many European countries children decorate nests just before Easter. In Paris a traditional cake representing…
First day of Spring in Maisons-Laffitte
Spring is here! On the occasion we invite you to a little walk we did…
Snowdrops glimpsed in the Park of Maisons-Laffitte
A few days ago we walked early in the morning across the Park of Maisons-Laffitte and spotted…
What you should know about the Mulhouse Carnival
The colourful and vibrant Carnival of Mulhouse has a strong tradition in the Alsace region. In 2018 it celebrated…
From the roof of the Saint-Germain-en-Laye Castle
On a clear and sunny day I was fortunate to climb to the roof of…
Discover the old town of Saint-Germain-en-Laye
Saint-Germain-en-Laye dates back to the Middle-Ages. The town has kept the original urban layout of the…
Discover the church of Saint-Germain-en-Laye
The present parish church of Saint-Germain-en-Laye was built in 1827. It is the fourth sanctuary to have been built on…
Discover Saint-Germain’s Château-Neuf and Pavillon Henri IV
The Château-Neuf was one of Saint-Germain-en-Laye’s two castles which served as a royal residence from the…
Discover the castle of Saint-Germain-en-Laye
The castle of Saint-Germain-en-Laye is known as the Château-Vieux (Old Castle). It is closely linked to the history of…
Gardens of Saint-Germain-en-Laye Castle
The castle of Saint-Germain-en-Laye is bordered by beautiful gardens. The domain extends to the forest and the Terrace…
The great Terrace of Le Nôtre in Saint-Germain-en-Laye
The great terrace of Le Nôtre in Saint-Germain-en-Laye overlooks the Seine River and the western suburbs of Paris.…
Why it’s worth exploring the Forest of Saint-Germain
The forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye is situated 20 km West of Paris and extends within a…
Discover the historic town of Saint-Germain-en-Laye
The historic city of Saint-Germain-en-Laye in the Yvelines département is famous for its royal castle and for being the birthplace of Louis…
Why the Annecy Venetian Carnival is amazing
Every year in Winter an elegant and mysterious carnival takes place in the French Alps town of Annecy. With people…
Dunkirk Carnival – Carnaval de Dunkerque
Every year in Winter the people of Dunkirk are taking over the streets of the coastal town…
Nice Carnival
The Nice Carnival is one of the largest events organised on the French Riviera, attracting…
It’s time for the Galette des Rois!
As soon as Christmas and New Year with its abundance of food and bûches are…
Choosing our tree in Maisons-Laffitte for a French Christmas
Last Saturday we picked out our tree for the first time in France and went…
Christmas in our favourite pâtisserie in Maisons-Laffitte
Last Easter and Mother’s Day we featured Bauget, our favourite local pâtisserie which is one…
Supporting the AFM-Téléthon in Maisons-Laffitte with ESUP
This morning as we walked to the town centre of Maisons-Laffitte we encountered the smiling and friendly…
Our choice for the Best Christmas market 2016 contest
This year, European Best Destination is launching a contest for the ‘Best Christmas market in Europe’. You…
2015 World War 1 Armistice Day in Maisons-Laffitte
Today is a public holiday in France as the country remembers those who fought and…
Lion of Belfort by Auguste Bartholdi
The Lion of Belfort is a monumental statue by Auguste Bartholdi situated against the cliff underneath the castle of Belfort.…
The Lion of Belfort, Place Denfert-Rochereau, Paris
The Lion of Belfort is a bronze sculpture by Auguste Bartholdi situated at the middle…
Our first InstaMeet in France at Saint-Germain-en-Laye
Last Sunday I was fortunate enough to be part of an InstaMeet in France at Saint-Germain-en-Laye.…
Portail des Libraires, Rouen Cathedral
The Librarians Portal (Portail des Libraires) is situated in the North end of the transept of Rouen…
Portail de la Calende, Rouen Cathedral
The Calende Portal (Portail de la Calende) is situated in the South end of the transept of Rouen…