If you have yet to visit Rouen in Normandy France perhaps this might entice you to put Rouen on your list. I still say "pinch me" that we happened to be in Rouen to see it. Every summer between June and September a free Cathedral Light Show takes place in Rouen with dazzling illuminations … Continue reading Rouen Cathedral of Notre Dame
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Rouen – A step back in time.
Rouen is the capital of Normandy. So many famous people had also been to Rouen, Joan of Arc, Gustave Flaubert, Pierre Corneille, William the Conqueror, Claude Monet…of course those most famous - Muriel and Bree from 3 sistersabroad. (tongue in cheek) We had the whole afternoon and evening to explore Rouen after our trip to … Continue reading Rouen – A step back in time.
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Caudebec-en-Caux
Our cruise ship had docked early in the morning at Caudebec-en-Caux. Once we had lunch on board after our visit to the Pays d'aude Region we had a free afternoon to explore Caudebec-en-Caux. It was a Saturday afternoon and most things were closed. However, we managed to find some very interesting things. Caudebec-en-Caux during … Continue reading Caudebec-en-Caux
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Beuvron-en-Auge, Normandy
After our visit to Chateau Le Breuil-en-Auge, our coach stopped for quick visit to Beuvron-en-Auge. Situated to the west of Lisieux and 25 kilometres east of Caen in the Calvados department of Normandy, Beuvron-en-Auge is one of the most beautiful villages of France. The house's are half-timbered of which Normandy is famous for. The village is small and … Continue reading Beuvron-en-Auge, Normandy
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Chateau du Breuil en Auge – A Taste of Normandy
We visited Chateau Le Breuil en Auge and its famous distillery for tasting of their cider. Of course we also were able to sample the cheese that is produced in the area. Can I just say "thank you to all of those at my table who decided to not try the cheese. Some were … Continue reading Chateau du Breuil en Auge – A Taste of Normandy
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Chateau de Bizy
It was only a very short drive in the coach to Chateau de Bizy. Hidden behind trees in a huge estate is Bizy Castle. The castle and the park surrounding Bizy is under monumental protection and features water gardens of the baroque splendors of the 18th century. The famous stables still home for a … Continue reading Chateau de Bizy
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Lyon France – just a few more pics
It was fascinating watching the young children play in the fountains. We could have watched them for hours. The pools were crowded. What else does one do on a hot day. Wander around doing touristy things or going for a swim. We did the tourist things. Im so glad we did. You can … Continue reading Lyon France – just a few more pics
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The Painted Walls of Lyon – La Fresque Des Lyonnais
After breakfast we boarded our coach to be taken on a tour of Lyon. Our first point of call was this amazing building. A mural of over 30 of Lyons famous figures past and present. The Roman emperor Claudius, who was born here when Lyon was the fortress of Roman Gaul; the pioneer filmmaking Lumière brothers; silk … Continue reading The Painted Walls of Lyon – La Fresque Des Lyonnais
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The lights of Lyon on the Saone and the Rhine
After dinner at Abbaye of Collonges we made our way across the road to our ship to be taken into Lyon. We were to arrive in Lyon around midnight so quite a few of us with drinks in hand stood on the front deck to watch the lights as we meandered to out stop. … Continue reading The lights of Lyon on the Saone and the Rhine
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Abbaye of Collonges – Paul Bocuse
When I heard the news of the passing of Paul Bocuse back in January, I was deeply saddened. We had an amazing night of food, fun, laughter and a very good show at the Abbaye of Collonges in August last year. Paul Bocuse was an amazing French Chef who will always be famous for … Continue reading Abbaye of Collonges – Paul Bocuse
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