
Tag Archives: France
Eguisheim, Alsace, France (August 2020)
Feeric Christmas decorations in the Alsatian village Riquewihr (2019)
Christmas in Obernai, Alsace, France (2019) (2)
Alsatian Christmas illustrations
A pretty little house in a snowy forest
The Cathedral of Strasbourg in France
Favourite French «Arts de la table» brands (tableware and tablecloth)
Colmar, Alsace, France (August 2020)
Deauville in Summer (Normandy, July 2020)
Kaysersberg (August 2020)
Waiting for Christmas

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Elizabeth Sonrel’s illustration, my photo of Colmar (december 2019) and photo of the Harry Potter’s photo of Christmas.
Alsatian Christmas in Strasbourg (2019)
Alsatian Christmas at Colmar (2019)
Alsatian Christmas in Obernai (2019) (1)

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“Located at 25 km south west of Strasbourg where the little valley of the Ehn river opens out, Obernai used to bear the name of “Ehenheim” precisely because of the Ehn river. Obernai is so attractive that it is the … Continue reading
Alsatian dances at Kaysersberg, France
Sunset in Normandy
A marine walk at St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat in France
Palais royal in Paris (1)

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The Palais-Royal (Paris 1) is my favourite place in Paris ; it is timeless and elegant. The arcades, the garden and old boutiques (selling stamps, medals, antiques, currency…) made of the Palais-Royal a quiet, timeless and lovely place. Cardinal Richelieu … Continue reading
« Promenade des anglais » in Nice, by night

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This promenade is around 7km long. I took these photos last September in Nice, France.
Blue sea in Menton, French Riviera
A splendid Christmas tree in Strasbourg, France
An iced Christmas in Alsace

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Snowflake, Hansi’s illustration of an Alsatian girl and an Alsatian village.
Adorable Teddy Bears wishing you a Happy Christmas in Strasbourg
A Christmas night at Colmar, Alsace
The Palais-Royal in photos

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The Palais-Royal (Paris 1) is my favourite place in Paris ; it is timeless and elegant. The arcades, the garden and old boutiques (selling stamps, medals, antiques, currency…) made of the Palais-Royal a quiet, timeless and lovely place. Cardinal Richelieu … Continue reading
On the snowy roofs of Colmar

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Hansi’s illustration of Colmar, Alsace, Guy Entereiner’s illustration of Alsatian and Wilhelm Schweizer Pewter (Angels). Different version :
A traditional Christmas in Alsace

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Oscar de la Renta’s bird earrings, Jean Droit’s illustration of two Alsatian women called “Les vielles provinces de France, L’Alsace” and a Georges Ratkoff depicting the Alsatian city of Colmar. From he 18th century and reached to its peak in … Continue reading
The sky adorned with bright colors reflected on the sea

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Delpozo’s dress and Claude Monet’s painting “Sunset at Pourville, open city” in 1882. The French artist (1840-1926) painted many times Pourville. I made a different version of the set. Pourville is a seaside resort in the municipality of Hautot-sur-mer, in … Continue reading
The French Riviera in movies
La Seine illuminée par les lumières de la ville

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“La Seine a de la chance Elle n’a pas de souci Et quand elle se promène Tout le long de ses quais Avec sa belle robe verte Et ses lumières dorées Notre-Dame jalouse Immobile et sévère Du haut de toutes … Continue reading
A Fall walk in the Parc floral, in Paris

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Fall colours : Wandering among dalhias : Seing the life in pink : Rêver en couleurs : Mes amies les roses :
Sunny days in the French Riviera
A flowered afternoon at the Parc de Bagatelle in Paris

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Created in 1775, the park and the castle are located in the Bois de Boulogne. It was built in 64 days due to a bet between Queen Marie-Antoinette and her brother-in-law, the Count d’Artois. The park de Bagatelle is a … Continue reading
Vintage Juan-Les-Pins, France

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“Oh viens, viens, viens A Juan les Pins Où l’on a peint Le soleil sur fond bleu” Bob Azzam – “Viens à Juan-Les-Pins”
Nice, city of colors and light

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The promenade des Anglais : The sea : The coast : The port Lympia : The Paillon promenade : Palm trees : Pink skies : Colorful streets : The Negresco hotel :
The sea in Antibes, France

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Au loin dans le ciel, au delà de la mer, Des montagnes majestueuses m’apparaissaient telle une ligne peinte à l’encre bleue.
The sea in Menton, France

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Le soleil sur mon visage, Un voile de lumière s’entendant sur la mer, J’observe les scintillements infinis.
Going around Cap Ferrat

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Le soleil caressant mon visage, La mer baignée de lumière, Je me laisse emporter Vers les scintillements infinis. For more information : http://www.saintjeancapferrat-tourisme.fr/
Sunset over Cap d’Antibes from the Belles Rives hotel

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Les yeux fermés, bercée par le rythme des vagues, J’écoute les clapotis de la mer. Apaisante et puissante musique Marine… The Belles Rives hotel has a beautiful terrasse where we can sip a cocktail and admire the Cap d’Antibes.
A marvellous walk around Cap d’Antibes from the Garoupe beach to Eilen rock

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My hair in the wind, Envelopped with a sea smell, I contemplate the blue immensity.
The French Riviera in painting

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The view of maritime pines, The blue of the sky and the sea, Fill my heart with joy. Sweet childhood memories ; Reminiscence of the past.
The Place Vendôme in Paris in photos

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Place Vendôme is a luxury and jewelry symbol in Paris. The greatest jewelry designers are located there. This place was designed in 1699 by the architect Jules Hardouin-Mansart (the architect of the Chateau de Versailles). Place Vendôme is octogonal and symetric … Continue reading
Strasbourg, the Capital of Christmas
Christmas decorations in Strasbourg
Magical Christmas illuminations in Strasbourg by night
An impressive Christmas tree in Strasbourg, France
The vintage Alsatian illustrator Hansi

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Jean Jacques Waltz (1873-1951) alias Hansi was a French, Alsatian illustrator. He illustrated postcards, posters and books depicting Alsace : “L’Histoire d’Alsace racontée aux petits d’enfants” (1912), “Mon village” (1913), “Paradis tricolore” (1918) and “L’Alsace Heureuse” (1918). Complete artist, he … Continue reading
Wandering in the shade of flowering trees in the charming Place Dauphine in Paris

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La place Dauphine is one of my favourite places in Paris because it is lovely, peaceful and in a very pleasant district. Place Dauphine has a triangle shape and is located in the first district between le Palais de justice … Continue reading
A sparkling night in Versailles

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Every Saturday from June 18 to September 17 2016, the gardens of the Château de Versailles offer stunning fireworks in front of the Grand Canal. I saw amazing and beautiful fireworks in July. It is a wonderful spectacle. For more … Continue reading
The Deauville Film Festival’s archives

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Since 1975, the Deauville Film Festival has been celebrated the American Cinema. It is held each year in September. Deauville is a French city located in Normandy. Sources : http://www.festival-deauville.com/ http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/deauville-jessica-chastain-opens-festival-730593
The vintage Cannes Film Festival in photos

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For more than sixty years, the Cannes Film Festival has celebrated Cinema. Cinephilia, glamour and glitz are featured. It is a major event of the Film industry but also an opportunity for fashion and luxury brands to valorize its image … Continue reading
Wonderful skies in Nice, France

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Walking on the “Promenade des anglais” when dusk falls is always a wonderful moment. Admiring colorful skies and listening the sound of the sea while smelling the sea air are magic.
A picturesque promenade in Montmartre

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Walking on the hill of Montmartre is a delighful change of scenery even for the Parisians. Montmartre is famous for the Sacré Cœur Basilica, the narrow streets, the place du Tertre and for the beautiful view of Paris. The Sacré … Continue reading
“Port Lympia” in Nice

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When i lived in Nice, i liked contemplating the Port Lympia (also called “Port of Nice”). Gazing at the boats and the colorful buildings was always a pleasant moment. Besides, i used to go along the port to reach Quai … Continue reading
“Parc de Passy” : A charming and colorful park in Paris

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I discovered this lovely park by chance and i was delighted by the colours and the height of the flowers. This pink flower field (“cosmos”) magnifies and brightens the park. The park is surrounded and overhanged by high buildings. A delightful … Continue reading