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Remiremont: A Hidden Gem at the Edge of the Vosges

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For years, Remiremont was a name I saw through a car window. Driving the familiar route from Mulhouse to Nancy via the Col du Bussang, I would pass the

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Lorraine, Offbeat Places, Vosges

Plombières-les-Bains is one of those places I had passed nearby countless times without stopping. When driving the familiar routes between Mulhouse and Nancy, or later between Besançon and

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Alsace

When people think of Alsace, the images come instantly: flower-decked façades, medieval lanes, Christmas markets, winstubs glowing with warm light. It’s a familiar vision, almost automatic — the one

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Alsace, Colmar, Haut-Rhin

Some places feel like illustrations from a storybook before you ever see a single picture. Petite Venise is one of them. From the moment you step down from

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Lorraine, Meurthe-et-Moselle, Nancy

If you’ve been following me for some years, you would know that I am very fond of Nancy’s Place Stanislas. There are public squares you pass through without

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Alsace

People often picture Alsace as a land of half-timbered villages and flower-filled balconies, but to truly understand the region, you have to wander through the towns in Alsace

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Lorraine

Some regions are best understood not through their grand monuments, but through their everyday places — and the towns in Lorraine are exactly where its true character reveals

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Lorraine

If you set out to explore Lorraine, you quickly realise something unusual: some regions shout for your attention… but Lorraine does the opposite. It speaks softly — through

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Alsace

There are places you visit once… and there are places that quietly insist you return. To explore Alsace has always belonged to the second category for me. I’ve

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Alsace, Haut-Rhin

There are regions you think you know simply because you drove through them once, quickly, on a warm summer afternoon. And then there are the places that stay

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Lorraine

As a child, the road from Nancy to Metz was a familiar journey for me. My maternal grandmother lived in Nancy, and my paternal grandmother in Metz. Between

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Alsace, Offbeat Places

Welcome to off-the-beaten-path Alsace! If you know me, you know that I am a great lover of this region. I’ve explored its nooks and crannies, from the streets

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Alsace, Offbeat Places

Many memories flood my mind when I reminisce about my years spent in the Sundgau, a region in the south of Alsace. Over a decade, I explored these

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Alsace, Travel Tips

Fancy discovering Alsace with kids? With its picturesque landscapes, rich heritage, and culinary traditions, this region is the ideal playground for memorable adventures. Whether you’re a fan of

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Alsace, Travel Tips

Picture this: the most exquisite beaches in France are actually found in the heart of Alsace! Yes, you read that right—beaches in Alsace are a hidden treasure that

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Alsace, Travel Tips

If you’re pondering where your next adventure should take you, why not consider a trip across the pond to visit Alsace? Alsace is a region close to my

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History, Lorraine

When we think of the Romans, images of Mediterranean countries immediately spring to mind. But the Romans in Lorraine are often ignored. What traces did the Romans leave

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Lorraine

When one thinks of Lorraine, images of lush landscapes, historical battles, and architectural marvels come to mind. This region, nestled in the heart of Europe, is a tapestry

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Lorraine, History, Nancy

Nancy-Metz. Two towns in Lorraine that seem to have nothing in common. Two cities that, in the past, have each led their own destiny. One dates back to

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Alsace

When we talk about “Alsace Cities”, images of quaint streets, vibrant markets, and architectural marvels instantly flood the mind. Having explored these magnificent cities numerous times and even

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Alsace, History

I remember this history lesson in 4th grade at the French Lycée & Collège in Landau, Germany. Our teacher had prepared a case study for us that was

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Alsace, Germany

It was 2010 in Sydney. I was organising a literary club – a French book club – on the premises of my French language centre ‘French Moments’. I

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Travel Tips, Lorraine

Many visitors wonder what souvenirs from Lorraine to bring home or for their family and friends. You’ll be spoilt for choice during your visit, from Longwy enamels to

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Travel Tips, Alsace

Fancy bringing a piece of Alsace back home? Known for its rich cultural and gastronomic heritage, this region has treasures waiting to be discovered. Whether you’re a fan

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Alsace

Have you chosen Alsace as your holiday destination? Congratulations on selecting the North-East of France, and welcome to Alsace! If you stay in the region for a few

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Alsace, Offbeat Places

Ah, Alsace! Land of sauerkraut, half-timbered houses and vineyards as far as the eye can see. But wait, there’s so much more to discover in this charming and

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