The Dordogne, France: Relaxing River
More info about travel to the Dordogne: Six centuries ago, the Dordogne River separated warring England and France during the Hundred Year's War. Today, tourists float along the lazy Dordogne exploring riverside castles and villages.
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France: The Dordogne's Most Beautiful Villages
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Beautiful Drone Footage, Correze, South-West France
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This is really a gorgeous area to explore with many beautiful French villages. It was part of our 'Argentat' road trip with our 2 little kids. We have written a full blog post on our travel blog which you can check out below
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Places to see in ( Saumur - France ) Chateau de Saumur
Places to see in ( Saumur - France ) Chateau de Saumur
The Château de Saumur, originally built as a castle and later developed as a château, is located in the French town of Saumur, in the Maine-et-Loire département. It was originally constructed in the 10th century by Theobald I, Count of Blois, as a fortified stronghold against Norman predations. It overlooks the confluence of the Loire and the Thouet. In 1026 it came into the hands of Fulk Nerra, count of Anjou, who bequeathed it to his Plantagenet heirs. Following its destruction in 1067, the castle was rebuilt by Henry II of England in the later 12th century.
In the early part of the 13th century, Philip II of France made Saumur part of his royal domain. The page for September in the Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry depicts the Chateau as it looked in 1410. It changed hands several times until 1589 when the Protestant King Henry IV (of France and Navarre) gave the castle to Duplessis-Mornay.
In 1621 the castle was converted into an army barracks. Nearly two centuries later it was converted into a state prison under Napoleon Bonaparte. In the first part of the 20th century, the city of Saumur acquired the castle and began a restoration program to house the museum of the decorative arts. In line with the Saumur area's equestrian tradition and its famous Cadre Noir, the castle also serves as a Museum of the Horse. The castle has a dungeon and watchtower, and houses the Musée de la Figurine-Jouet, a collection of very old toys and figurines of soldiers, kings of France, and clowns.
The Château de Saumur has been listed as a monument historique by the French Ministry of Culture since 1862. As of 2008, there are a total of 46 buildings and structures in Saumur which are designated a Monument Historique - see the French national database Mérimée.
Most of the monuments are built in the lovely soft local stone known as tuffeau. Amongst the most important monuments are the great Château de Saumur itself which stands high overlooking the town, and the nearby Château de Beaulieu which stands just 200 metres from the south bank of the Loire river; designed by the renowned architect Jean Drapeau, it is recognised for its light and elegant architecture. Amongst the other Monuments Historiques are the church of Saint-Pierre in the Place St Pierre in the centre of Saumur, and the Château de Briacé which is located on the north side of the river. The architecture of Saumur is very well described in the book: Saumur - Promenade D'architectures, by Marie Jane Durand, and published by the Tourism Office of Saumur.
( Saumur - France ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting Saumur . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Saumur - France
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A Beautiful Day in Rural France & Lake Annecy | Day 11 | 2318-Mile Road Trip
Mountains, lots of greenery, happy people and blue lakes are all the reasons why we fell in love with the South of France. Lake Annecy left us in awe of how medieval architecture and nature could fit into one magnificent city.
We had quite a lot of good food on this day (finally!) and even though our lunch was American, it definitely had a French twist! Enjoy our video of rural France and turn it up to 1080p
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French Country Getaway Presents Parthenay
Enjoy the beautiful historic scenery in Parthenay.
French Country Cottage PRICE REDUCTION!
Almost 250 year old semi detached house with small garden and well.
Price: € 115, 000
This stone built semi-detached French cottage dates from 1779 and is located in a small hamlet surrounded by a working farm, walking, cycling and horse trails. Small garden with a well. Many original oak floors. Oozing with character and charm! Near Brantome in the lush Perigord Vert in the Dordogne region of SW France. Thiviers, the 'Foie Gras' capital of the world, is the nearest market town, only minutes away.
On the ground level is a large salon of 40 m² with corner kitchen with new top of the line appliances and rare hand painted French tiles. A very large Inglenook fireplace. Wooden staircase leading up to first floor. Chateau size oak beams and exposed stone work. Tiled and original oak floors. Door leading into the barn. There is a study of 12 m² with inglenook fireplace leading off the main salon which may be used as a bedroom or sitting room. Antique built in cupboard. Exposed beams. An ancient cellar underneath the salon.Large utility room with washer and dryer, door to attached barn/garage. A a small wine cellar with rustic terra cotta tiles and shelves are in this area and a second staircase leading to the first floor which has stone walls, old timbers and a new wooden floor and skylight which is currently an artist's studio.
On the first floor is a Landing/bedroom of 10 m². Exposed stone work and beams. Bedroom of 18 m² with stone fireplace. Shower room with w.c.. On the third floor is an Attic suitable for conversion.
There are numerous flowers and shrubs most notably the established rose arbor over the front door and one over the barn door. In the garden across from the house is a beautiful old well covered in roses, huge fig tree, and hedges for privacy. Beautiful views over the countryside and perfect for outdoor dining.
There are electric radiators in every room in addition to the largewood burning fireplace in the main salon. New insulation in the attic. Septic tank. New water heater. New washer and dryer included in the sale along with all of the kitchen appliances.
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Vacation Trip Ideas - Easyvie, Barge in south west France
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Cruisebarge 'easyvie' cruises the canals and rivers of South West France between the historic city of Montauban and the charming town of Valence d'Agen.
Enjoy a unique cruise experience aboard 'easyvie' as she slowly makes her way between the towns and villages enroute staying each night at a port for dinner at recommended restaurants ashore with the exception of the first evening when a 'Welcome Aboard' dinner or barbeque will be served. All drinks are included.
Breakfast and lunch is served on the sundeck under the parasols each day, morning coffee and afternoon tea are enjoyed whilst underway.
Cycles are available at all times to use on the tow-path or visit the towns and villages away from the canal, 'easyvie' only cruises at a quick walking pace for those wishing to be more energetic.
Comfortable twin cabins, all ensuite, are complimented by a spacious lounge equipped with satellite TV and library with access to the galley at anytime.
The cruise inludes a full day on the River Tarn and the River Garonne from the port at Moissac, visits and overnight stays at Castelsarrasin and Montech, crossing the remarkable aqueduct on the canal over the River Tarn, cruising through the orchards and farmland providing a continuous opportunity for photographs.