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The Ancient Festivals of Alsace combine Religion & Paganism with Burning Trees & Pilgrims

Burning trees and Pilgrims.

10 Pictures that show why Alsace has the most Beautiful Villages in France

Ambleside has nothing on these…

How Alsace came to have the most Michelin Stars in France

Hard work with a pinch of Flambée

The ‘Garden of France’ holds an unfair amount of Europe’s Attractions – Loire Valley

The Loire has a lot of interesting things happening along its banks. From vineyards to castles, vineyards in castles, gardens in castles… lots of things are connected to castles, but that’s not all. There are also other forms of architecture, events and views that need little explaining. Here are the best of the above. Cathedrale […]

Are Loire Wines the Most Underrated in France?

The Loire has many vineyards and grape varieties that sit along its banks, yet Loire wine is often underestimated. We don’t think that should be the case.

Cults & Murders of the Provençal Black Diamond Truffle

They taste fantastique, have festivals and religious orders in their name and high prices drive some to murder in the part of France responsible for 80% of black truffle sales. Are we missing something? What is a black truffle? The scientific name for the black or Périgord truffle is Tuber Melanosporum. It grows mainly on […]

Where is hot in April for a walking holiday?

It is a truth universally acknowledged that should you wander outside without an umbrella in the month of April you are liable to get a good soaking. Occasionally the April sun will make an appearance; just long enough for you to hang your washing, stoke up the barbecue or don your walking boots and head […]

Where is hot for a Cycling Holiday in November and December?

November and December are not ideal months in which to be cycling in the UK, or indeed much of northern Europe. And whilst many will still brave the ice, traffic and bitter cold of the daily commute with a sturdy resolve, many more will place their two-wheeled friend into hibernation until the shoots of spring […]