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Normandy: 5 destinations in the footsteps of the Impressionists

1- Giverny Giverny is the ideal starting point for a stay in the footsteps of the Impressionists as it is home to the house and gardens that belonged to Claude Monet. The leader of the impressionist movement lived here for over forty years, until his death in 1926. Giverny was his home but al ...

16
Sep
2021

Cabourg: 5 ideas for visiting the town in the footsteps of Marcel Proust

day. It was during his walks by the sea or in the bocage that he found the inspiration for Writing A la recherche du temps perdu. To walk in the footsteps of the famous writer, simply take the no less famous Promenade Marcel Proust which overlooks the beach. With its 3.6 km of seawall, it i ...

04
June
2021

Aix-en-Provence: 5 Things to Know About This City of Art and History

ate where the artist spent his childhood and his studio are closed for renovations until spring 2025. However, visitors can still follow in the master's footsteps at the Montagne Sainte-Victoire, where he loved to paint. In the heart of the Grand Site Sainte-Victoire, the Bibémus quarries house a ...

20
Aug
2008

Vienna: visit the capital of Austria

roque splendor of Schönbrunn Palace, via the Imperial Palace. Art Nouveau and contemporary architecture are also well represented. To follow in the footsteps of the famous Habsburg dynasty, visit the splendid Baroque palaces of Schönbrunn and Belvedere, as well as the Imperial Palace, former ce ...

20
Apr
2009

Lyon: 5 good reasons to visit the Croix-Rousse

the view changes as you go down. But the panorama always remains exceptional, so take the opportunity to take several pictures! 2- To walk in the footsteps of the Canuts In Lyon, the Croix-Rousse is also called 'the hill that works', as opposed to Fourvière 'the hill that prays'. In the 19t ...

18
Aug
2021

The Routo : a GR to walk in the footsteps of the shepherds

shepherds and their sheep from the arid lands of the Crau plain to the pastures of the Italian Alps. By following this GR69, you will walk in the footsteps of the shepherds and be taken back to the time of the great transhumances. For centuries, the Haute-Provence has been crossed by the herd ...

08
June
2022

Emily in Paris' Paris: 5 picturesque places to discover.

ognized Le Relais de la Butte in this scene, a restaurant whose terrace offers an amazing view of this picturesque neighborhood. To follow in Emily's footsteps in Paris, head to 12 Rue Ravignan in the 18th arrondissement! 4- The New Eve aka The Blue Trumpet "The Blue Trumpet", the jazz club in Sain ...

22
Mar
2023

Cine-tourism: Deciphering the New Travel Trend

and places where their favorite stories were filmed. What is the origin of cine-tourism? Film tourism is not a recent invention, as it follows in the footsteps of literary tourism with much older origins. Already in the 1950s, Brigitte Bardot helped make Saint-Tropez the leading tourist destination ...

29
Jan
2024

Kenya: 3 Good Reasons to Choose This Destination

of Africa was shot, released in 1985. For fans of this great classic of cinema, it is another good reason to choose this destination and follow in the footsteps of the characters played by Meryl Streep and Robert Redford. The Masai Mara reserve, inhabited by the eponymous tribe, is the natural exte ...

27
Mar
2024

Tourism: 5 Good Reasons to Visit Egypt

these two extremes, the best compromise for taking a Nile cruise is the dahabieh, a graceful sailboat equipped with all the comforts. To follow in the footsteps of famous personalities. Already in the 19th century, this typical Nile riverboat carried adventurers, writers, and diplomats. By visiting ...

17
Apr
2024

Lourdes in France: 5 Things to Know About This Pilgrimage Site

is dedicated to pilgrims. In the city of Lourdes, several sites trace the life of Saint Bernadette. A pilgrimage route allows pilgrims to follow in the footsteps of Bernadette Soubirous while discovering the significant places in the city. This route includes: • The Sainte Bernadette Museum, whic ...

05
July
2010

The Jacobite Steam Train: board the Harry Potter train!

he highlight of the trip: Copyright : Nicolas17 In practice Here is the practical information to embark on the Jacobite Steam Train in the footsteps of the Hogwarts students: Travel dates The train runs from May to the end of October. The trip (one way) takes 1 hour and 45 minutes. ...

24
Sep
2014

30 km/h speed limits: what benefits for cities?

volutionary? Even if this 30 km/h speed limit may seem radical, it is important to know that it is not revolutionary. Paris is merely following in the footsteps of other metropolises around the world that have already converted to 30 km/h zones. Moreover, this new regulation should not change ...

01
Sep
2021

The Upper Rhine Valley: a destination in the heart of Europe

pons and outdoor recreation. Copyright: Schwarzwald Tourismus On the Swiss side, the canton of Basel-Country invites you to follow in the footsteps of the Romans by visiting its ancient Roman sites. This region is also very popular with tourists for its beautiful landscapes and for th ...

29
Sep
2021

Emelin Dupieux : a promising young wildlife photographer

dlife photography and travel. Two regions of the world particularly fascinate him: Antarctica and the Arctic. He would like one day to follow in the footsteps of the French photographer Vincent Munier who was the first to photograph the Arctic wolf. ...

19
Oct
2021

Sélestat: 5 things to do there

iscover the city is to follow the marked route proposed by the Tourist Office. Pick up the free brochure from the Tourist Office and set off in the footsteps of the lion and the giant Sletto! A local legend says that this giant founded the town of Sélestat and gave it its name. As for the lio ...

02
Dec
2021

Trip to England: 10 places to visit in Cornwall

in situ. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Walking Cornwall (@walkingcornwall) In addition to walking in the footsteps of King Arthur and his companions, you can take a trip to the village of Tintagel, a tourist stop rich in souvenir stores, cafes and other b ...

23
June
2022

Family Duels: the game that replaces Numbers and Letters

A game designed and hosted by Cyril Féraud Des chiffres et des lettres has been an institution on France 3 for decades. The program, which has been broadcast since January 1972, is to this day the oldest game show on French television. However, this unmissable appointment will give way during t ...

25
Aug
2022

Oqee Ciné: a free VOD service for Freebox subscribers

ce since 2008, Free is the first operator to offer its Freebox subscribers a catalog of free TV series and movies. The operator is following in the footsteps of major television groups such as TF1, M6, France Télévisions and the Molotov TV and Pluto TV offerings. Despite the failure of the Salt ...

14
Mar
2023

Windsor: 5 must-visit places in this English city.

ound the world. If you enjoy unique experiences, note that you can also take a carriage ride in the park or explore it on horseback following in the footsteps of the royal family, who are avid horse enthusiasts! 3- The picturesque downtown Another of the 5 must-visit places in Windsor is the downto ...

24
Aug
2023