France

Quiz: France - do you know your onions?
Are you ready for the challenge? Lots of points to be had.
Ah - mais oui! Here is the land of sensuous wines, expansive scenery, rich and long history, fascinating culture, gourmet food, traction avant, deux chevaux, Cannes Film Festival, romantic Paris, fairy tale chteaux, mediaeval villages and towns, lovely rivers and long, straight roads, that just beg to be driven. How can anyone resist the charms of France? This quiz will hopefully enhance your enjoyment, whether you wish to test your knowledge, learn a bit about France, prepare for a trip, h...

The Top Nice France Attractions
Attractions and Things to Do in Nice, France
Discover the top Nice France attractions, book a Nice City Tour, reserve a French Riviera day trip tour, and get tips for planning your trip to Nice, France. With history, art, food, shopping, and more, Nice, France is a top European vacation destination and a great base for exploring the French Riviera and the South of France. You could easily spend a week sightseeing in Nice, exploring everything it has to offer, and taking the time to slow down and enjoy the sun and sea. Use this site to...

French Breton comic strip character Becassine
Who is Becassine?
Becassine is the earliest female comic strip protagonist. Her first appearance was on 02 February 1905 in the French children's magazine La Semaine de Suzette ("Suzette's Week"). Becassine is a young provincial Breton girl turned housemaid as viewed by the sophisticated Parisians. Her nickname of "Becassine" is also the name of a small bird that isn't considered very bright. Her real name is Annaick Labornez.

Antique Jumeau SFBJ French Bleuette dolls
Bleuette -- mascot of La Semaine de Suzette
Bleuette, produced by the Societe Francaise de fabrication de Bebes et Jouets (SFBJ), was the mascot of the French magazine La Semaine de Suzette ("Suzette's Week") by Gautier-Languereau from 1905 to 1960. The original version of the Bleuette doll was a premium for subscribers to the magazine. The doll proved so popular that the first run of dolls was sold out before all the magazine subscription orders were filled. Many issues of the long-running magazine featured patterns young Suzettes co...

French character Becassine costumes and cosplay ideas
Want to make a Becassine costume?
Becassine is becoming a popular character to cosplay for conventions and events. Her usual attire is simple but distinctive, and is easy to make if you can sew. With the addition of a few purchased accessories, you can have a unique character costume that is not only suitable your cosplay, but could also be used for Halloween or any costume party.

Andernos les Bains Delightful Seaside Resort
Delightful Family Seaside Resort on the French Atlantic Coast
Andernos les Bains is a relatively small sea-side town on the Bay of Arcachon. It is favored by young families and is famous for its Oyster Port and Covered Market. The Bassin D'Arcachon is tidal, so sea water disappears from the Andernos beaches twice a day leaving behind mudflats. When the tide is in the shallow water and modest waves are very safe for supervised small children There are popular boat trips to Arcachon and the Isle D'Oiseau (Bird Island) Family cycling is also very ...

Cimiez: A Place Not to Miss in Nice
A Travel Guide to Cimiez in Nice, France
Cimiez is a hilltop neighborhood in Nice, France with a rich history. As a former capital in the Roman empire, Cimez has the footprints of antiquity all around. In more recent times, famous artists have called Cimiez home. Find out what makes this area of Nice so special, and plan your trip to Nice, France. Photos: All photos taken by me

In the footsteps of Henri IV
Account of a trip to France
A travel account of a trip through France, from Paris via Nantes and La Rochelle to Pau. We follow in the footsteps of the famous French king Henry IV (Henri IV in French), the Huguenot who became Catholic to become king of France. We start in Paris, where we visit the locations that played an important role in his life and in the history of the Huguenots. Then we move to Nantes, where the king signed the famous edict. Next we visit La Rochelle, the Huguenot bastion. And we end in Pau, Henry&...

France: A Virtual Tour
France, a gem of Europe, has Paris as its focal point. But, Paris is far from the entirely of France. France has many beautiful castles that reamin today, the Western side of the Alps, the French Riviera, and a Disney Park. France has its own unique cuisine, its extensive vineyards, and its own culture.

Agen, Aquitaine, France
Agen, France
Agen today is a sleepy little town, nestled between hills and a river in the far East of Aquitaine. It's difficult to imagine that it used to be a bustling Roman trading centre, or at the heart of the 100 year war with England. Despite this obvious historical significance, Agen is modest and friendly. These days it's more well known for growing and preserving prunes or for its rugby team. The area is rich in tourist destinations, with bastides, caves, rivers, canals and other interesting th...