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A short history of the rulers of France
A short history of the rulers of France

Confused about the timeline of those who ruled France? All those King Louis’? The Gauls who were as tough as old boots so that that when the Romans arrived, they decided to be friends instead of challenge their enemy to battle as they usually did. The Vandals, the Visigoths and the Vikings. The Merovingians, the

Discover the riches of the Rhône Valley on a cruise
Discover the riches of the Rhône Valley on a cruise

Known for centuries as the Rhône Sauvage, after its ferocious nature, the Rhône river has been largely calmed over the years thanks to the creation of locks and dams which have now made it a fabulous cruise destination for exploring valleys of vineyards, picturesque villages, historic cities and the Camargue, an area of outstanding natural

A taste of history in Nancy Lorraine
A taste of history in Nancy Lorraine

Enjoy a taste of history in Nancy Lorraine – feast-worthy restaurants, superb specialities and brilliant bars alongside dazzling architecture. One of the best ways to visit a city is through its gastronomy, and in Nancy you’re in for a truly tasty treat, says Janine Marsh. A weekend in Nancy could be spent happily wandering and

Hesdin Pas-de-Calais – Secret France
Hesdin Pas-de-Calais – Secret France

About an hour’s drive from the port of Calais, Hesdin Pas-de-Calais is a small town nestled in the Seven Valleys region. Surrounded by rolling hills and beautiful countryside, Hesdin is something of a hidden gem – a lovely, traditional French town says local Janine Marsh. In 1554, if you had visited what is now the

BÌåÓý Magazine Spring 2025 Issue
BÌåÓý Magazine Spring 2025 Issue

Bonjour and bienvenue to BÌåÓý Magazine. If you’ve ever dreamed of meandering through sun-drenched vineyards, uncovering hidden villages steeped in history, or indulging in the simple pleasures of French cuisine, then here you’ve found your perfect escape as we take you to the heart and soul of authentic France. Totally for FREE:

Discover the best holiday rentals in the secret Célé Valley in the Lot
Discover the best holiday rentals in the secret Célé Valley in the Lot

Discover a hidden valley in southern France that the locals call the Valley of Paradise -The Célé Valley in the Lot. Tucked away in the Occitanie region in the south of France, the Lot Department is home to dramatic clifftop villages such as Rocamadour, famous for its Cité Réligieuse, a complex of medieval religious buildings

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