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October 2014
 WW1 battlefields in Northern France
Exploring France
October 30, 2014
Four remembrance trails help you discover First World War sites in Northern France. A journey though the horrors of this war in the footsteps of soldiers from more than forty countries.
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 Bordeaux In a bottle
Wine Tourism
October 15, 2014
Because of its 1855 classification and the limited number of permitted grape varieties, Bordeaux is often seen perceived as one of the most conservative French wine regions. But things change. More an[...]
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September 2014
 On the absinthe trail
Exploring France
September 10, 2014
Legal again, coined “the Green Fairy”, absinthe is coming back into vogue. Two regions of France and Switzerland have created a tourist itinerary to learn more about the history and the production of [...]
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August 2014
 Zen moments in Luxeuil-les-Bains
Well Being
August 03, 2014
A spa resort from Eastern France, Luxeuil-les-Bains offers a wide range of treatments in a peaceful atmosphere. The town also boasts a rich Gothic and Renaissance heritage.
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 Picpoul de Pinet, little-known white wines
News
August 03, 2014
Fresh, crispy, with a slightly mineral touch, with iodic and citrus notes, the dry white wines of the Picpoul de Pinet AOP are made from a single grape variety, the Picpoul. Perfect as an aperitif as [...]
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July 2014
 One of Monet’s favourite places
Exploring France
July 01, 2014
In 1889, the Creuse valley played host to foremost Impressionist painter Claude Monet who was charmed by its rugged landscapes. This area also inspired many 19th and 20th centuries landscapists who ga[...]
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 Vacqueyras, a wine in three colours
Wine Tourism
July 01, 2014
A small appellation located in the southern Rhone Valley Vacqueyras was elevated to AOC status in 1990. A hiking trail, a guided stroll across the vineyards and various workshops allow you to discover[...]
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June 2014
 Prehistoric art in the Alps
Exploring France
June 18, 2014
A unique world-renowned prehistoric site, the Vallée des Merveilles boasts thousands of Bronze Age rock engravings set amid a stunning rocky landscape dominated by jagged peaks.
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 The heart of the Champagne vineyards
Wine Tourism
June 05, 2014
Famous Champagne houses, panoramic views of the vineyards, pretty wine-growing villages in the vicinity,… Epernay is the perfect destination for a first insight into the world of Champagne.
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May 2014
 Art and bubbles in the Loire Valley
Wine Tourism
May 21, 2014
Two sparkling wine producers offer a new genre of cellar tour. As usual, visitors discover the winemaking process and taste wines, but they also dive into a brightly coloured unreal world created by c[...]
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 Sweet Bordeaux parties
Wine Tourism
May 07, 2014
If you are a fan of after-work parties you should enjoy the Sweet Hours. Taking place in Bordeaux, in Paris and in a few other cities, they give the chance to taste sweet wines from Bordeaux and meet [...]
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 The resurgence of Moselle wines
Wine Tourism
May 14, 2014
France’s most Northern appellation, the Moselle AOC offers excellent red and white wines but they are hard to find outside this region. A good reason to go there and visit the wineries that also produ[...]
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April 2014
 Bike ride along the Aquitaine coast
Sport & Nature
April 24, 2014
Following the coast from the North of Gironde to the South of the Pyrénées-Atlantiques, the Vélodyssée cycle route passes by many prime tourist sites. You can easily ride the whole length in ten days [...]
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 Canet-en-Roussillon, enjoyable in all seasons
Exploring France
April 10, 2014
Known for its beautiful beach, Canet-en-Roussillon also has lots of green areas, a rich historical heritage and a picturesque old village. Enjoying a pleasant climate, it’s a family friendly destinati[...]
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Mars 2014
 Southern wines to discover
Lifestyle
Mars 03, 2014
Covering a large area, the “Vin de Pays de Méditerranée” PGI allows winemakers to make a wide range of diverse red, rosé and white wines. Many of these wines are not yet well known and are a good barg[...]
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