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Vineyards of Saint-Emilion, France

Wine in the French countryside

The French wine-making region of Saint-Emilion is one of the most famous in the world. But what’s it like to visit as a tourist?

Pont du Gard, roman aqueduct, France

Control the water, control the people

The Romans didn’t just use armies to take over Europe. Constructions like this bridge helped them win the hearts and minds of the people they conquered.

Things to do Nord-Pas de Calais, France

What’s mine is yours

An old mining landscape may see like an odd place for tourism – but it’s actually more beautiful and interesting than you could ever imagine!

Visiting Mont Saint Michel, France

The best way to see Mont Saint Michel

The castle church on an island in the bay is one of the most stunning sights you’ll find in France.

D-Day sites in Normandy, France

The beginning of the end of WWII

D-Day was one of the most important 20th century events – it started the end of WWII. If you only have one day to see some of the sites, try these.

Seeing Le Havre, Normandy, France

A concrete jungle

The French city of Le Havre has been completely rebuilt out of concrete since the Second World War. It creates a strange effect – but a beautiful one you have to see for yourself.

Mark Worthington, Pegasus Memorial

Interview with Mark Worthington, Memorial Pegasus

The memorial at Pegasus Bridge in Normandy is the only D-Day museum in the area dedicated to the British. I chat with curator, Mark Worthington, to learn more.

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