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The Rotheneuf Statues, Carved Rocks (les Rochers Sculptés) of St Malo France
There are many wonderful things to do in St Malo, France. San Malo is famous because it is the Birthplace of legendary sailors and privateers from the middle ages such as Jacques Cartier, the man who discovered Canada ,it boasts Beautiful beaches , rich history and rocky coastline, dotted with sailing and fishing boats but nothing as unique and amazing as what one can find in the village of Rotheneuf. The village of Rotheneuf is located just 5 km on the outskirts of Saint Malo in Brittany France not far from village of Concale also just north west from well known Le Mont St Michel. This former fishing village gets its name from a family of privateers, smugglers and nobles ,…
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Chateau du Haut Koenigsbourg (Castle Koenigsbourg), Alsace, France
The Alsace region of France borders Germany , France , Switzerland. With the major city of Strasbourg being a focal point. there are many castles in the area but not like The medieval castle of Koenigsbourg or Chateau du Haut Koenigsbourg is a marvel of the Alsace region of France. If you are In northeastern France and looking to explore a proper castle, look no further. According to their website the Chateau welcomes up to half a million visitors per year. You can purchase tickets on site, but summer time can be a high attendance time so online ticketing is recommended if you wish to explore the upper ramparts. My…
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Mango Clafoutis
Easy to make and a not too sweet delicious fruity dessert made with a custard base. Very similar to pancake batter it has a smooth but firm flan like texture, with the fruits decoratively sitting along the top. After baking flip over dust with powdered sugar and enjoy ! Ingredients Instructions Notes
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Dives Sur Mer and the Venetian Fairy Festival
Located only 30 minutes from the city of Caen in northwest france, not to be confused with Cannes in the south. The location between resort villages Cabourg and Deauville is the small village of Dives-sur-Mer, in the department of Calvados, in the region of Normandy France. It is a charming port city with approximately 6000 inhabitants. The history of Dives is famously linked to that of of William the Conqueror Guillaume, who gathered his fleet there before leaving for the conquest of England in 1066.Although Normandy is best known for its WW II D-Day history, the history of Dives Sur Mer goes further back even before its most famous inhabitant…
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Strasbourg and Colmar France: Christmas Markets and the Strasbourg Cathedral de Norte Dame
The Historic city of Strasbourg is located in Alsace region of france also known as The champagne region. The city dates back to 12BC but became a French city in 1681 then German after the Franco Prussian war then French switching back to German after WWW1 and again finally back to French control after WWII. It is now known as the formal seat of the European Parliament and is located in eastern france near the German border. . Strasbourg’s rich history also allows it to hold two UNESCO designations. Strasbourg has a large university including students from the USA and around the world. It is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city With…