France

I’m really rediscovering France. For a long time, I avoided the country. Too hot, too crowded, messy, no one speaks English… but those experiences date back to my youth. In recent years, I’ve visited this beautiful country several times and wow, I’m about to become a real fan of France! The charming villages, beautiful nature, delicious food and stunning cities. I just can’t get enough of it. Since France is such a large country, there’s still so much to discover in the coming years.

Hunspach in France: discover this award-winning village in Alsace

Hunspach is a small yet remarkably charming village in the French region of Alsace (Bas-Rhin department). It is located in the Outre-Forêt area, within the Parc Naturel Régional des Vosges du Nord. The village proudly bears the Les Plus Beaux Villages…

Rodemack, one of the most beautiful villages in Lorraine, France

Rodemack lies in the far northeast of France, in the Moselle department, part of the historic Lorraine region and today belonging to Grand Est. The village is close to Luxembourg and Germany, making it a convenient stop on the way…

Visit these beautiful places in the French Ardennes

When people think of the French Ardennes, images of vast forests, meandering rivers and charming towns full of history often come to mind. This region in France is sometimes mentioned in the same breath as the Champagne area, but that…

Remembering D-Day at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial

During my journey through Normandy, I visit several places closely connected to D-Day. Think of the Normandy invasion beaches, museums and memorial sites such as the impressive British Normandy Memorial. One place I believe should not be missed is the Normandy American…

Les Orgues d’Ille-sur-Têt: natural stone pillars in the French Pyrenees

In the eastern part of the Pyrenees, close to the city of Perpignan, you will find a striking natural phenomenon called Les Orgues d’Ille sur Têt. This landscape, shaped by erosion, often brings to mind well known places such as…

Colmar in Alsace: a city walk with sights and tips

In Alsace, colourful and charming towns and villages are everywhere. Earlier, I wrote about Kaysersberg, a beautiful medieval place filled with centuries old half timbered houses. Colmar takes this a step further. The town is larger, more colourful and has…

La Ville Close; enclosed citadel of Concarneau, Brittany

In the south of Finistère, in the French region of Brittany, you’ll find countless beautiful places to explore. From the hidden beaches of Beg-Meil to the picture-perfect village of Pont-Aven and the peaceful Île-Tudy, each one a destination worth adding…

Things to see in Bayeux (Normandy), top sights and tips for your visit

Bayeux is one of the beautiful cities in Normandy, in the Calvados department. The city is especially famous for the Bayeux Tapestry (Tapisserie de Bayeux) and the immense Notre-Dame cathedral. Definitely worth a visit if you’re nearby. But aside from that, Bayeux is also a lovely city to stroll through.…

Things to do and see on Île d’Oléron: amazing island in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

Off the coast of France in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, there are two remarkable islands: Île de Ré and Île d’Oléron. The smaller Île de Ré is a favorite among many, but Île d’Oléron certainly holds its own against its neighbor. With an area of 175 km², Île d’Oléron is the second-largest French island…

Cycling on Île de Ré along villages on this beautiful island in French Nouvelle-Aquitaine

The French Île de Ré is perfect for a cycling adventure. Known as the “white island,” covering an area of 85 km² in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, it lies just next to Île d’Oléron, it is mostly flat and boasts a staggering 110 kilometers of cycling…