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!
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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 reputation of the city. ... Read more!
Saint-Maclou church, Rouen
Saint-Maclou Church is arguably one of the most striking churches in Rouen and a Flamboyant specimen of its period in France. It stands in the heart of the old town ... 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!
The Best Itinerary for Walking in the Old Town of Rouen
On a sunny Summer day I headed to Rouen, the historic capital of Normandy. For many years I have been eager to discover the ‘City of 100 bell ... 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 house in the historic town of Rouen. Dating from the 16th century, it now houses a luxury hotel. Hôtel de ... Read more!
Tower of Joan of Arc, Rouen
The only part that remains from the medieval castle of Rouen, the former keep was named after Joan of Arc who was brought inside after her capture by the English. ... Read more!
Gros-Horloge, the pride of Rouen
The pride of the people of Rouen, the astronomic clock lays on a Renaissance arch spanning the busy street of rue du Gros-Horloge. This popular tourist landmark in ... Read more!
Châtenois, Alsace
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, on ... 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!
A Walking Tour in Kaysersberg, Alsace
Yesterday morning, Pierre took Jodie from Australia on a Walking Tour in the old town of Colmar. In the afternoon, we continued our discovery of this beautiful part of France ... Read more!
A morning Walking Tour in Colmar, Alsace
Yesterday morning Pierre took Jodie from Australia on a Walking Tour in the old town of Colmar. It was a beautiful day and we took great pleasure in discovering the old ... Read more!
Explore the unusual streets of La Campagne à Paris
Situated in the 20th arrondissement not far from the busy boulevard Périphérique, the curious neighbourhood of La Campagne à Paris is a pleasant yet surprising housing development in ... Read more!
