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Visiting Nice in a weekend: the essentials!
Nice is one of the most sought-after destinations on the Côte D'Azur. Between sea and mountain, the capital of the French Riviera boasts exceptional sites...
The Villages of the Ways of Saint James of Compostela
Created in the 9th century, the pilgrimage of Saint James of Compostela is a Catholic pilgrimage with the aim of reaching the tomb of the apostle Saint James…
Harvests: what does the 2019 vintage have in store?
As harvests have already begun in certain French regions, forecasts are plentiful regarding the quality of the 2019 vintage. Will exceptional weather have…
Bézonnais, an authentic château with a rich history.
The Château de Bezonnais is located in Ecommoy, in the Sarthe department. Built in the 12th century, it was owned by a Sarthe deputy just after the French…
Lucéram: one of France's most beautiful villages
Lucéram is a village of 1,300 inhabitants, located in the Alpes-Maritimes department. In the heights of the Nice Country, Lucéram is a charming place.…
Lavardin: one of France's most beautiful villages
The occupation of the Lavardin site dates back to Prehistory as excavations show the presence of Neolithic axes, arrows and tools. Inhabited by Gauls, the…
Eguisheim: one of France's most beautiful villages
Eguisheim est un village alsacien. Typique de cette région de l'Est de la France, cette commune comporte moins de 2000 habitants. Eguishiem se trouve à 5…
A weekend in the mountains in the Alps: Megève or Annecy?
The festivities are over but winter, for its part, is still present, and this is the opportunity to go to the mountains to enjoy it fully! If you haven't had…
A weekend in Dijon
A weekend in Dijon
A Weekend in Nantes
Autumn has arrived, the sun and flowering trees have given way to landscapes in warm colours. In some regions, temperatures remain summery or have become…
A weekend in Lille
Once the back-to-school period is over, the excitement gives way to the blues and a September that drags on. An escape for a weekend is the solution to counter…
A Weekend in Paris
Each year, when summer settles in France, families who are not going on holiday desperately search for ways to fill their weekends. Paris and its surroundings…
Why not go to the mountains this summer?
When it comes to choosing your summer holiday destination, it can become tedious to imagine yourself once again on a beach packed with tourists, whose noise is…
Heading to the Seaside in France
Going to the seaside, a complete change of scenery for the summer holidays, which unfortunately is not accessible to everyone. Yet France offers sublime…
Top 5 best destinations in France for a romantic weekend
You want to spend a romantic weekend but are still undecided on the destination? We have selected 5 ideal towns for a few days' getaway as a couple or [...]
Buying shares in French châteaux is possible!
Who has never dreamed of having their own château to themselves when thinking about the charm of these magnificent fortresses recounted in various stories?…
Origins and history of the Bayonne Fêtes
The Bayonne Fêtes have been part of unmissable French traditions since their official establishment on 13 July 1932. They are inspired by those of Pamplona, in…
Menton also rhymes with lemon!
This border town, very rich in history, was the subject of much coveting throughout the centuries. For a long time Monégasque and then for a period Italian,…
The 13 Desserts of Christmas Eve in Provence
On 24 December, 13 desserts served on 3 tablecloths in the middle of 3 candlesticks… a lovely tradition straight from Provence. But why do they do this? We…
Puces de Saint-Ouen: the new upscale Paris neighbourhood
Each year, no fewer than 5 million visitors walk the streets of the Saint-Ouen flea market. A real Aladdin's cave, antique enthusiasts come to look for unique…
Festival weekends in Mayenne
Pardon… Mayenne? Mayenne (not to be confused with the town and river of the same name, which are also located in the department of Mayenne!) offers must-see…
Château de Versailles for sale: France must shore up its coffers
For several years, the French state has begun selling part of its property portfolio with the aim of reducing public debt. This would be an important source of…
Real Estate and Energy Performance of Dwellings
A survey concerning the French and their concern towards the energy performance of dwellings was carried out.
Fort de Brégançon: the alternative to Camp David?
The very old Fort de Brégançon, which would be an alternative to Camp David, recently opened its doors to the public. From now on, it will welcome visitors…