What to eat and drink while on a history tour in France

While touring the castle of Chinon we stopped for sandwiches at the snack bar right on the castle premises. Not…

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The flowers of Saumur, Fontevraud, Chinon, Poitiers, Amboise

Traveling to France in May is definitely a good time for flowers. Everything was in bloom, some of it already…

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L’idée Hall

We wanted to make the most of our last evening in France. The history tour had gone well and we…

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A day trip to the castle of Amboise

As interesting a Tours was, there was ample time for a day trip. Since Tours lies on the Loire river…

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More sightseeing in Tours

You cannot call me an early bird, but while in France I had always some time on my hands in…

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The doors of Saumur, Fontevraud, Chinon, Poitiers, and Tours

The doors I cam across while on my history tour following the footsteps of the Plantagenets are simple stunning. Some…

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Au Lapin qui fume

On our first evening in Tours we went for dinner a restaurant called ‘Au Lapin qui fume’. I love that…

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Arriving in Tours

Tours was already our last stop on the Plantagenet trip and after enjoying two nights in an apartment in Poitiers,…

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Auberge Chez Cul de Paille

After an exciting day in Chinon and a quick stroll around Poitiers, we needed sustenance and if possible, something delicious.…

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More stuff to see in the historical center of Poitiers

The historical center of Poitiers was indeed a treasure trove and we spent a whole day walking around and exploring…

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