The Wellington Quarry Museum (La Carrière Wellington) in Arras is an exceptional, eerie place. It’s buried in the tunnels that crisscross the ground 20 metres ...
The Calais Memorial Museum 39-45 (Musée Mémoire 39-45) is hunkered down in a park in the middle of Calais. Unless you know it’s there you might miss it. But do...
We all know something about the famous 19th-century Impressionist painters, but who were they? Here's a quick guide so you can impress with your knowledge of t...
Dijon, the capital of the rich region of Burgundy, is a perfect place for a short break. It may be eclipsed by its more flamboyant and famous neighbour, Beaun...
France has always had a love affair with cars, particularly vintage and veteran, so it's not surprising that there are so many excellent car museums in France....
Courseulles-sur-Mer is a charming seaside resort on the Normandy coast. The French love the small town with its marina for small yachts, its fish market, glori...
Saint-Nazaire’s industrial heritage offers the visitor a fascinating mix of sights. I have to admit that they weren't on my bucket list but after a visit to t...
This guide to Saint-Nazaire will, I hope, inspire you to visit. I went there not knowing what to expect and very rapidly fell in love with this great Atlantic ...
Every year, Épernay, the capital of champagne, celebrates Les Habits de Lumière. It was originally launched as an event to thank the locals who are so importan...
Follow this Épernay in Champagne guide for a glorious visit at any time of the year. The small town is considered the capital of champagne rather than its big ...