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

A 3 in 1 destination If you're looking for your next European holiday destination and are having trouble choosing between France, Germany and Switzerland, head to the Upper Rhine Valley! This cross-border region allows you to discover the facets of three different countries in one destination, w ...

29
Sep
2021

Surprise your friends with these 10 Original Hams

Jinhua Ham, an ancient Chinese specialty Famous throughout China, Jinhua Ham has been around for over 1000 years. It is made using a process similar to Spanish hams, from a breed of pig unique to the Jinhua region: the black and white pig. The hind legs of the animal are salted several times fo ...

24
May
2022

The little train of Artouste: embark on a dizzying journey in the Pyrenees

The highest tourist train in Europe Contrary to what one might think, the highest tourist train in Europe is not in the Alps but in the Pyrenees! It criss-crosses the mountains in the Bearn region, in the heart of the Ossau Valley, not far from the Spanish border. This tourist train called pe ...

08
July
2021

The ViaRhôna: a bicycle route from the Alps to the Mediterranean

1- It follows the Rhône As its name suggests, the ViaRhôna follows the Rhône River for 815 km. It starts from the shores of Lake Geneva at Saint-Gingolph in the Alps and takes you to the beaches of the Mediterranean. In fact, you can end your trip near Arles in Port Saint Louis du Rhône or i ...

21
Feb
2022

Discover the Cathar castles

Why are they called that? The Catharic castles are a series of fortresses built by the king of France on the southern border of his kingdom at the end of the crusade against the Albigensians. Sites that may have housed Cathars were razed when these citadels were built to guard the border betwee ...

04
Feb
2008

Saint Nicholas: history and traditions

What is St. Nicholas Day? St. Nicholas is a holiday for children that is celebrated on December 6 in northern and eastern France and in many European countries. Indeed, this tradition exists in the Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Austria, Hungary, Poland, Czech Republic, Switzerland, ...

17
Nov
2009

The Mouans-Sartoux Photo Festival: an exhibition and a photo marathon.

An annual appointment. Event organized by the Photo Club Mouansois, the Mouans-Sartoux Photo Salon invites all photography enthusiasts in the PACA region. Whether you are an amateur, beginner, expert or professional photographer, you will find tools and advice to guide you in choosing your equipme ...

04
May
2012

Stroll around the Thau Lagoon: five towns to visit

Balaruc-les-Bains A walk around the Thau pond will allow you to discover the natural and cultural heritage of this site and to taste the local products accompanied by local wines. The local gastronomy, based on sea and pond products, will delight the gourmets. In Balaruc-les-Bains, the first spa ...

12
Feb
2013

Christmas lights: the Montbéliard Christmas market

Beautiful illuminations Every year from the end of November the city of Montbéliard is adorned with magnificent illuminations on the occasion of the well-named Christmas Lights! The emblematic monuments of the City of Princes such as the castle of the Dukes of Wurtemberg, the Halles or even the ...

17
Dec
2015

Franche-Comté: 5 good reasons to visit Montbéliard in winter

1- To visit the City of Princes Today classified as a Town and Country of Art and History, Montbéliard was for four centuries a German principality. The city, nicknamed the City of Princes, has preserved an identity shaped by Protestant culture and a rich architectural heritage. In particula ...

10
Nov
2021

Christmas in Alsace: 5 ideas for an unforgettable stay

1- Walk around the Christmas markets The first thing to do at Christmas in Alsace is to go around the Christmas markets! Sure, it's not the most original idea, but it's a tradition that has been a must for centuries in this part of France. Start with the very famous Strasbourg Christmas market w ...

17
Nov
2021

Christmas decoration: 5 things to know about the Nutcracker

1- This object comes from Germany The wooden figure of the Nutcracker is original to Germany. In German, it is also sometimes called a nutcracker or Nussknacker. The object is said to have been created in the Ore Mountains, a mining region in eastern Germany, very close to the border with the Cz ...

01
Dec
2021

Green tourism: what is a geopark?

A label awarded by UNESCO UNESCO, which is the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, has its headquarters in Paris. This organization is notably known for establishing the list of sites inscribed on the World Heritage List of Humanity. But it also awards, since 2015, ...

26
Apr
2022

Ecowatt: an electricity weather forecast to avoid blackouts this winter

A tool launched by RTE RTE, the French electricity transmission system operator, offers various online tools to find out about Electricity consumption in France at different scales (by city and by region). This EDF subsidiary has also launched an electricity weather forecast and an alert system. ...

15
Sep
2022

They make France shine: a program that celebrates French know-how on France 3

A magazine presented by Thomas Isle France 3's new magazine They make France shine is proposed by Thomas Isle, a presenter well known to France 5 viewers for having notably co-hosted La quotidienne with Maya Lauqué. In this new program, Thomas Isle invites viewers to go and meet men and women w ...

21
Feb
2023

How to repot and maintain a mimosa?

What are the particularities of the mimosa? The mimosa is one of 1200 known species of acacia trees worldwide. Like most of them, it is originally from Australia and was imported to Europe by the English in the early 19th century. There are multiple varieties, some of which are suitable for grow ...

20
Feb
2007

The Christmas market in Strasbourg: a magical event

The oldest Christmas market in France The Christmas market Strasbourg or Christkindlmärik ('Market of the Christ Child' in Alsatian) is the oldest Christmas market in France. This market dedicated to handicrafts and Christmas decorations has been held annually in Strasbourg since 1570. Unlike o ...

21
Nov
2007

The Mimosa Festival of Mandelieu La Napoule: the 2023 program

Mandelieu, capital of the mimosa The town of Mandelieu La Napoule near Cannes is nestled between the Esterel massif and the Tanneron massif which bears a majestic forest of mimosas. The Mimosa imported from Australia to the French Riviera by English botanists in the early 19th century, has long ...

07
Feb
2008

What are the different Christmas traditions in Europe?

Christmas in England From the beginning of December, the English send cards to their friends and family. The cards received are hung on the wall until Epiphany Day on January 6. On Christmas Eve, children will sing Christmas Carols in the streets and receive small gifts or sweets. They hang l ...

03
Dec
2009

Photaumnales: photographic exhibitions in Beauvais

A meeting that has become a must The Photaumnales are held every autumn in Beauvais, in the Oise region. This photography festival organized by the association Diaphane offers a very Nice set of photographic exhibitions in the city and its outskirts. The exhibitions present the views of leadi ...

01
Oct
2010