Sep22
Published by misha in Adventure, Biking, Cultural, Europe, Fishing, France, Hiking, Photos, Relaxing, Romantic, Sailing, Sightseeings, Swimming, Travel Stories
De Brehat Archipelago is a small archipelago, composed of two main islands, Ile de Brehat surrounded by a wash of reefs and islets stretched across Paimpol Bay off the coast of Brittany. This car-free island with its mild micro-climate is a heaven for flora and fauna. During the summer, the smell of eucalyptus, honeysuckle and mimosa fills the air, while the local ornithological survey has noted over 300 species of marine birds. Photo by: eric_arbras
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Sep22
Published by iv in Europe, Fitness&Gym, France, Golf, Hotels, Parks, Relaxing, Restaurants, Swimming, Walking
This former 17th-century mansion, now a stunning 4-star hotel. The hotel is situated on the outskirts of Tours, in the center of a property of 140 hectares with lake view Briffaut. Located 143 miles from Paris, 6 miles west of Tours and 2 miles from Luynes.
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Sep22
Published by misha in Adventure, Eating, Europe, Fishing, France, Hiking, Photos, Relaxing, Restaurants, Romantic, Sightseeings, Swimming, Travel Stories
At first look, there is nothing so attractive about flat and wooded Oleron, in spite of the fact that it is, at 175 sq km, France‘s second largest island. It sits in the Bay of Biscay, die west of Rochefort and is linked to the mainland by what was France’s longest road bridge, when it was built in 1966. But if you are lucky to visit the island you will understand why so many holidaymakers flock there during the summer months. Photo by: K r y s
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Sep19
Published by misha in Adventure, Arts, Biking, Camping, Europe, Fishing, France, Hiking, History, Museums, Photos, Relaxing, Romantic, Sailing, Sightseeings, Swimming, Travel Stories
As the name speaks this is a truly beautiful island. A combination of a rugged coastline, attractive fishing villages and white sandy beaches, has made it a magnet for summer tourists. In July and August the population can increase ten-fold, all crammed into 84 sq km. However, even in peak times, it is possible to lose oneself on the island of contrasts. The south-west coast is a true wild land, while the sheltered eastern side can feel positively Mediterranean in spite of its Atlantic location. Photo by: HCLM
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Sep17
Published by misha in Adventure, Europe, France, Hiking, Photos, Romantic, Sailing, Sightseeings, Swimming, Travel Stories
The Ile d’Ouessant is an untamed, craggy, hauntingly beautiful island in the English Channel. The most westerly point of European France and roughly 7 km long and 4 km wide, it has long been a beacon for ships entering the Channel and is home to the world’s brightest lighthouse. Photo by: Alex Korting
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Sep12
Published by iv in Cultural, Europe, France, History, Monuments, Parks, Travel gear, Walking
The Chateau de Langeais is one of the finest examples of late medieval architecture and one of the oldest castles in the Loire Valley in France.
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Aug28
Published by iv in Cultural, Europe, France, History, Monuments, Museums, Parks, Photos, Relaxing, Travel Stories, Walking
Famous Renaissance castle built on an island in the Loire tributary Indre. The river is usually still and mirror-like at this point, adding a great deal to the beauty of the location. In 1119, the lord Ridel of Azay gives to the city his name of Azay le Rideau.
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