The French Christmas Traditions: A Discovery Guide!
The French consider Christmas as one of their most important holidays, alongside Bastille Day! How…
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The return from the Alpine pastures in Annecy
I’ve known about the return from the Alpine pastures for a long time. I had…
Christmas 2016 at Galeries Lafayette Haussmann
Christmas 2016 at Galeries Lafayette is just amazing. The department store has done a great work…
2016 Bastille Day parade on the Champs-Élysées
Here are a few facts about the 2016 Bastille Day parade on the Champs-Élysées that…
How do we call oxeye daisy in French?
This morning we went on a nice family walk in our neighbourhood. The Park of…
What are the traditions of Good Friday in France?
Good Friday is part of the Holy Week of Easter and commemorates the sacrifices Jesus-Christ…
Easter Egg Nest in France
In many European countries children decorate nests just before Easter. In Paris a traditional cake representing…
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…
Top 10 Romantic Places in Paris: A Little Guide
Paris is famous in the entire world for being a place conducive to true romance.…
The Paris Carnival – A Little Guide
In Paris the carnival has a long story and can be traced back to the Middle-Ages. After a long hiatus…
Christmas Nativity Scene at Sacré-Cœur Basilica, Montmartre
The Nativity Scene inside the Sacré-Cœur basilica in Montmartre (18th arrondissement) is one of the most visited in Paris. Discover the…
Dunkirk Carnival – Carnaval de Dunkerque
Every year in Winter the people of Dunkirk are taking over the streets of the coastal town…
It’s time for the Galette des Rois!
As soon as Christmas and New Year with its abundance of food and bûches are…
Christmas Nativity Scene at Saint-François-Xavier, Paris
One of the most beautiful Nativity Scenes in Paris is found inside the church of Saint-François-Xavier in the 7th…
Nativity Scene at Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris
One of the most famous Nativity Scenes in Paris is found inside the Notre-Dame cathedral and attracts almost 2 million visitors from…
Christmas Nativity Scenes in France
Coming from a long Catholic tradition, Nativity scenes are still present in many households, churches…
Christmas Nativity Scenes in Paris
Many Catholic churches in Paris set up a Nativity Scene at Christmas, which can be…
No Christmas tree in front of Notre-Dame Cathedral
Bad news for those who wished to wonder at the traditional Christmas tree in Paris. Following…
Who is the character of Saint-Nicolas?
For children of the French provinces of the Alsace, Lorraine and the Flanders, Saint-Nicolas is the character who…
Today is the first Sunday of Advent
Today is the first Sunday of Advent, a time of waiting and preparing for Christmas.…
Christmas at Galeries Lafayette Haussmann in 2015
In 2015, the window display of the Galeries Lafayette are based on “a Christmas from…
Sweet sweet strawberries
BY RACHEL – This week was my daughter’s second birthday. What fun! We’re not doing…
Summer in Paris: at the Eiffel Tower
Today we reached the French capital early in the morning, in search of Summer in Paris. At the Eiffel Tower we…
National Symbols of the French Fifth Republic
The National Symbols of the French Fifth Republic (founded in 1958) are represented by several…
In search of Spring in Paris: at the Eiffel Tower
Today we reached central Paris in search of Spring. We thought the best spot to experience the…
Paris New Year’s Eve 2015
Hundreds of thousand revellers thronged the streets of Paris to welcome the New Year, especially…
Assumption Day in France, the 15th August
The Assumption of the Virgin Mary is an important date in the French calendar as…
What are the Holidays and Celebrations in France?
In France, we know how to celebrate life in many occasions! Whether you are visiting…
Happy Easter! – Joyeuses Pâques !
Here we are, Sunday morning, the 20th April 2014. A beautiful day awake in this…
Why you should spend Easter in Alsace
Spending Easter in Alsace is unforgettable! The first rays of sunshine which are touching the…
Who brings the Easter eggs in France?
In French supermarkets, Easter bunnies are now found everywhere on the shelves, including the gold…
The French’ sweet tooth for Easter chocolate
The French and chocolate is a love story. From the local chocolateries to the immense…
Today is Mardi-Gras in France
Today is Mardi-Gras in France! This is the last day of festive celebrations before the…
Today is Epiphany in France!
Every year on the 6th January, the French celebrate Epiphany, which is synonymous with the “galette des…
Christmas Gastronomy of Alsace
The Christmas gastronomy of Alsace is much appreciated during the Holiday season. From Foie Gras to…
Discover the Foret Enchantee of Altkirch, Alsace
For the Christmas season, the little town of Altkirch in the Sundgau radically departs from…
World War I Armistice Day in France
The Public holiday commemorates the Fête de la Victoire when the Armistice after World War…
Toussaint Day and French cemeteries
Toussaint Day (All Saint’s Day) takes place on the 1st November and is a special…
Halloween or Holy Wins?
The night between the 31st of October and Toussaint Day is Halloween. A pagan tradition…
The celebration of Valentine’s Day in France
Valentine’s Day (“La Saint-Valentin”, in French), on February 14th, is a celebration of love for…
How Christmas in France is celebrated
Ready for the most wonderful time of the year in France? Christmas is an enchanting time…
What are the Bouquinistes of Paris?
The banks of the Seine would not be the same without the established Bouquinistes of…
The Origins and Traditions of Father’s Day in France
Father’s Day in France takes place on the third Sunday of June, less than a…
Happy Mother’s Day to all the mums of France!
Just a little post today to say… Happy Mother’s Day to all the mums of France!…
Pentecost day in France: la Pentecôte
The word Pentecost comes from the Ancient Greek pentếkosta which means “the fiftieth day”. The…
Mother’s Day in France: Origins and Traditions
Traditionally, Mother’s Day is held annually on the second Sunday of May in the US…
Ascension Day – Le jeudi de l’Ascension
The Ascension of Jesus is celebrated by Christian churches forty days after Easter. It always…
What do French people celebrate on Europe Day?
“Vive l’Europe!” On Europe Day 27 states and more than 446 million Europeans (including about…
The Top Traditions of the French Christmas Tree
Decorated with ornaments, glistening tinsel, blinking fairy lights and topped by a star, the French…
Epiphany in France: Origins and Traditions
Epiphany in France takes place on January the 6th. It celebrates the date of the…