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Hidden Treasures: Europe to the Max - Splendors of France -  Travel Video.  DVD.  2 Hours & 55 Minutes.
Take a grand tour of the Old World with public radio's original Savvy Traveler, Rudy Maxa, host of the award-winning American Public Television series, Smart Travels, and contributing editor to National Geographic Traveler magazine. This DVD includes visits to:

France's Champagne Region - Begin this intoxicating tour in Reims, home of the historic cathedral where French kings were crowned. Visit champagne producers both large and small in wine country, and shop for the fine chocolate in the medieval town of Troyes. Discover Charleville's tradition of puppetry, and marvel at the fortress of Sedan, the largest castle in Europe.

Normandy - Witness the birth of Impressionism in Giverny and in the museums in Rouen and Honfleur. The Norman conquest unfolds in the Bayeux tapestry, and we remember World War II's D-Day landing. After sampling cider and cheese in the farmland just inland from Honfleur, your journey ends at the awe-inspiring Abbey of Mont-St-Michel.

Carcassonne and the Pyrenees - From a fairy tale fortress to the gentle Pyrenees, Rudy takes in the castles and peaks of this magical region. Your itinerary includes an unforgettable stop at Carcassonne, the largest fortress in Europe; romantic castle ruins; and in the high country, one of the world's natural wonders--a mountain amphitheater with cascading waterfalls.

France's Bordeaux and Dordogne - Sample the best Bordeaux, and then cruise the lovely Dordogne and Lot Rivers, with stops at chateaux, ancient watermills, and perched villages. Attend cooking classes and embark on an underground adventure to see pre-historic cave paintings.

Europe Just For Fun - Looking for absolute R&R, total escape, or just a change of pace? Rudy shares his "personal picks" for a variety of European adventures that are especially entertaining, exhilarating or challenging, including hot-air-ballooning, mountain luge rides, golf, puppetry, amusement parks, country mazes, hiking, or just lazing on a sunny beach.

Extra Features:

Rudy's Travel Tips - Ten biggest traveler mistakes; Strategies for beating the crowds; Choosing a hotel, and more.
Fascinating Side Trips - Champagne from the air; Monet's garden at Giverny; Medieval jousting at Carcassonne, and more.
 

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Rudy Maxa: Best of Europe - France - Travel Video - Blu-Ray DVD.  100 Minutes.

"Don't even think of hitting the road unless you've consulted Rudy Maxa, one of the country's premier travel gurus."-Paul Theroux, Bestselling Travel Writer

"Trust Rudy if you want to travel in style for less while minimizing hassles on the road."-The Today Show

Rudy Maxa, the most trusted name in travel, goes beyond the guidebooks to share his authoritative "tips, trips and secret places." Now, Europe looks even better in spectacular Blu-ray. The world's most popular destinations, hidden treasures and off-the-beaten path surprises pop off the screen in spectacular high definition, making these discs a must-own collectible for millions of travel buffs. The first three discs in this collection make up the first travel series photographed in high definition. Rudy, one of America's foremost travel experts, is seen on more than 300 PBS stations every week, is the popular voice of The Savvy Traveler as heard on NPR, and is the contributing editor of National Geographic's Traveler magazine.

Program 1: Paris - Discover the real Paris, city of style, art, and pastries! You will visit the Eiffel Tower, take in the stunning masterworks housed in the Louvre, and visit intimate neighborhoods such as the bohemian Latin Quarter and artistic Montmartre.

Program 2: Provence - Explore the villages, country-sides and cities of Provence. On the itinerary are driving tours of the Alpilles and Luberon regions, visits to the delightful cities of Arles, Avignon and Aix-en-Provence, and a dip in the Mediterranean at the seaside village of Cassis.

Program 3: French Riviera - Rudy knows all the hot spots along the Mediterranean’s famous Cote d’Azur, and you will, too. Visit the beaches and superb modern art museums of Nice. Then it’s on to wealthy Monaco, glamorous Cannes, and stylish St. Tropez. Your Riviera adventure concludes with a trip to Grasse to make your own perfume, and a magnificent medieval hill town.

Program 4: France's Normandy - Enchanting villages, stunning abbeys and sparkling seaports beckon. You will visit Giverny’s museums, where Impressionism was born, honor the soldiers who fought on Normandy’s beaches on D-day, and marvel at the awe inspiring Abbey of Mont-St-Michel.
 

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Discovering France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Questar Video.  2 Hours.

Explore the country where love, art and pleasure are considered national treasures.

 Visit the northern regions, with stops at Chartres Cathedral and Normandy’s World War II battleground.

 See Paris, the “city of light,” and the royal palace at Versailles.  Tour the vineyards of Champagne, Burgundy and Bordeaux. 

 Watch French chefs prepare mouth-watering delicacies. View the spectacular French Alps and the pastoral region of Provence.

 Approximately 2 hours.

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Rick Steves' France and Benelux - Travel Video.  7 Shows.  DVD.

Seven Shows: This DVD contains seven complete "Rick Steves' Europe" TV shows on France & Benelux, first broadcast from 2000-2005.

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France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Globe Trekker Video.  100 Minutes.

 Situated on the western edge of Europe, the outside world has always had a love affair with France.  Synonymous with food, style and romance, few nations of its size can offer visitors such a variety of spectacular sights, scenery and culture.

   Traveler Justine Shapiro starts her journey in northern France on the beaches of Normandy.  Traveling east through the vineyards of Champagne, she then explores Brittany and Somme.  Christina Chang takes over in Bordeaux, traveling through Arles, Marseilles and Lourdes. She ends her journey in Monaco, on the beaches of the Riviera.

  100 minutes.

               Along the way...

•   Experience "Vine Therapy" in Bordeaux.

•   Take a canoe trip down the Dordogne River.

•   Celebrate Bastille Day in vibrant Marseilles.

•   Enjoy the gourmet taste of Escargot - otherwise know
       as snails.

•   Join a pilgrimage to the world famous landmark, Mont
       St. Michael.

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France - Travel Video.  DVD.  87 Minutes.


Dr. Merry takes the viewer not just to well-known tourist attractions in France, but also back in time when Cro-Magnon men hunted mammoth in the Dordogne region and painted magical scenes of animals on the cave walls of Lascaux.
   He follows the route of the invading Romans, through their triumphant arches, across aqueducts and into the amphitheaters, which are now used as bull rings.
   In Roquefort we see the production of the famous cheese and in Perigord the fat geese whose livers make the delicious pate foie gras.
   The marshes of the Camarque are home to thousands of flamingos and herds of white horses. Free roaming black bulls are bred for the bloodless bull fight.
   The largest gypsy gathering in the world happens annually at Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer.



 

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Rick Steves' Best of Travels In Europe: France.  DVD.
Paris and Day Trips - Stroll among the Left Bank's cafes and bookstores and take in the nightlife of Montmartre.  Admire the splendor of Saint-Chapelle, and the magnificent art collections at the Rodin Museum and Musée D'Orsay.  The, relive the glory of imperial France at the Tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte in the Musée Militaire.
   Provence & the Loire Valley - Get swept away (but not too much) by the Renaissance grandeur of the Chambord and Chenonceau castles in the Loire Valley.  See the Roman ruins at Arles and the wonderfully preserved Palace of the Popes at Avignon.
   Normandy & Brittany - Travel from the landing beaches used by the Allies during the D-Day invasion to Rouen, where Joan of Arc faced the trial for her life.  See the famed Bayeux Tapestry; amble through pastoral landscapes,; then stop to sample such regional favorites as crepes, apply brandy and Camembert cheese.  In Brittany, visit Fougeres Castle, a symbol of the Celtic struggle against France.
   Rick's Rear Entrance Travel Tips - Share some of Rick's savviest advice for travellers -- from day-planning and changing currency, to using public transportation and getting around language barriers.  Rick's suggestions cover basic security, packing light, and the pros and cons of travelling independently (carry your own comfort station) or with a tour group.  His recommendations will help any traveller plan their trips wisely, while preparing them to take the unexpected in stride.
  3½ hours DVD.
 

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Rudy Maxa's: Europe to the Max - The Heart of France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Approximately 2 Hours.
Paris is the city of style, art, and pastries. Hit the sites from Notre Dame to the Eiffel Tower, and then stroll through the parks, markets and cafes that make Paris "Paris."
   France's Burgundy region boasts exceptional French wines, world-class cuisine, and romantic canals.
   The Loire region offers magnificent chateaux.
   Rudy makes forays into Provence's picture perfect villages and countrysides, and points out the glamorous French Riviera's hottest spots and most beautiful beaches.
   Rudy offers invaluable tips on riding the Metro, enjoying summer festivals, touring wine country, and renting a car.

Extra Features:

Scenic Tours: Musee D'Orsay, Van Gogh paintings, Loire Valley Chateaux, Cote D'Azur.
Maps: Paris, Provence, Burgundy, Loire, French Riviera.
Rudy's Travel Tips: Travel via Internet, Internet vs. guidebooks, Internet vs. the travel agent.
Rudy Maxa is public radio's original Savvy Traveler, a contributing editor for National Geographic Traveler magazine, and host of the American Public Television series--Smart Travels.
   In Europe to the Max, Rudy captures the vitality and character of Europe's magnificent cities.
   Lushly filmed in high-definition, each program goes beyond the guidebooks to discover hidden treasures and off-the-beaten-path surprises.
   Rudy's authoritative tips enhance the travel experience for beginning and seasoned travelers alike.
 

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Rick Steves' Best of Travels In Europe: France.  VHS.
Paris and Day Trips - Stroll among the Left Bank's cafes and bookstores and take in the nightlife of Montmartre.  Admire the splendor of Saint-Chapelle, and the magnificent art collections at the Rodin Museum and Musée D'Orsay.  The, relive the glory of imperial France at the Tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte in the Musée Militaire.
   Provence & the Loire Valley - Get swept away (but not too much) by the Renaissance grandeur of the Chambord and Chenonceau castles in the Loire Valley.  See the Roman ruins at Arles and the wonderfully preserved Palace of the Popes at Avignon.
   Normandy & Brittany - Travel from the landing beaches used by the Allies during the D-Day invasion to Rouen, where Joan of Arc faced the trial for her life.  See the famed Bayeux Tapestry; amble through pastoral landscapes,; then stop to sample such regional favorites as crepes, apply brandy and Camembert cheese.  In Brittany, visit Fougeres Castle, a symbol of the Celtic struggle against France.
   Rick's Rear Entrance Travel Tips - Share some of Rick's savviest advice for travellers -- from day-planning and changing currency, to using public transportation and getting around language barriers.  Rick's suggestions cover basic security, packing light, and the pros and cons of travelling independently (carry your own comfort station) or with a tour group.  His recommendations will help any traveller plan their trips wisely, while preparing them to take the unexpected in stride.
 80 minutes VHS.
 

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Rick Steves' Travel the World: France - The Countryside, Burgundy, Provence & the Loire - Travel Video.  VHS.

  Top French wines hail from Burgundy, along with romantic canals, monasteries, and chateaux. Then we accompany Rick to the Loire, just south of Paris, France's castle country; and Provence, shining in the Mediterranean sun.

   Sample a glass of rare wine in a candle-lit crypt in the idyllic hill town villages of Burgundy.
   Explore the elegance and Renaissance splendor of Chambord and Chenonceaux castles.
   View Roman ruins at Arles and the wonderfully preserved palace of the popes at Avignon.
    55 minutes.

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Rick Steves' Travel the World: France - The Dordogne Region & the French Riviera - Travel Video.  VHS.

  The historic Dordogne region is home to feudal castles, prehistoric cave paintings, and goose-liver pat*. In the French Riviera, Rick joins European sun-worshippers in Nice and Monte Carlo before dipping into the Old World ambiance of small hill towns.

   Visit lively restored Sarlat, with its spectacular medieval and Renaissance architecture.
   Explore the walled city of Carcassonne, scene of many ancient conflicts.

   Drink in the spectacular scenery and natural beauty that inspired the genius of Renoir, Cezanne, Matisse, and Picasso.  52 minutes

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Touring France - Travel Video.  Questar Video.  VHS.

Re-discover the land of Napoleon, Joan of Arc and Renoir.  Start on the French Riviera: first in Nice, then Cannes, site of the famous film festival.  Visit Provence, Lourdes, the American war memorials at Verdun, the beaches of Normandy and the chateaux of the Loire Valley. Stop at Giverny, home of Monet.

  Then, it's Paris...the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Elysées, Left Bank and an evening at the Follies Bergere.

   60 minutes

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Beyond Borders: France - Travel Video.  VHS.

Come discover the glory of France - it's people, history, culture and cuisine.  Fall in love with Paris as you visit the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysées, Louvre museum and the bohemian Left Bank. Slip behind the scenes into the haute couture world of Pierre Cardin and peruse the shops that define international style.

  Discover the secrets of French cuisine and learn the art of selecting wine from France's foremost chef, Paul Bocuse.  Visit the alpine slopes of Mt. Blanc, the sun-drenched Cote d'Azur, the chateaux of the Loire Valley and the many other treasures of France.

  60 minutes.

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France - Travel Video.  Video Visits.  VHS.

Uncover the splendor of France in this exquisite video tour.
   Your journey begins in Brittany, where the tide rushes in to surround the imposing gothic abbey    Mont-Saint-Michel in a matter of moments.
   Then the glow of the City of Light draws you to the breathtaking sites of Paris.  Marvel at the Louvre's masterpieces...look down from the Eiffel Tower...stand in awe of Notre Dame - all of the city's pleasures await!
   Champagne and Bordeaux, famous for their wines, offer treasures of a different sort - sip the best local winemakers have to offer.
   Finally, head for the sun-blessed Provence, where you will tour both the cosmopolitan port of Marseilles and the medieval capital of Avignon.

  75 minutes.

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Rivers of France - Travel Video.  VHS.
NORMANDY remembers William the Conqueror’s conquest of England with the Bayeux Tapestries, Richard the Lionhearted’s fortress at Lea Andelys, France and Joan of Arc at medieval Rouen.  World War II memories on the Normandy beachheads and the impressive new Peace Museum at Caen with D-Day ceremonies.
    Monet’s lush gardens at Giverny.  Honfleur, Normandy’s most picturesque harbor.  Seine river cruise aboard the MS Normandie.

   BURGUNDY via the luxurious barge Esprit.  Lush vineyards and superb winemaking traditions.  Beaune, where the Hotel Dieu is probably the world's must curious hospital.  Europe's oldest horserace.  But it's mustard that means frame for Dijon, an historic hotspot long before it's condiment days.

   LOIRE VALLEY to experience the beauty and spectacle of the valley’s castles and chateaux.  Included are the historic “Four C’s”: Chambord, Chawnont, Cherverny and Chenonceaux.  Ancient ramparts at Angers held dominance over Loire river traffic.  Hot air ballooning provides a different view.

   BRITTANY where four thousand castles and ancient mansions blend with white, sandy beaches and a sea-battered rocky coast.  Quimper, cathedrals and classic pottery.

   PARIS on the Seine.  Plus a new look at the traditional landmarks of the “City of Light”, and much much more.  80 minutes.
 

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Hidden Treasures of Europe: France - Travel Video.  A&E Entertainment.  3-Volume Set.  VHS.

Sometimes the most magical adventures are at the end of the road less travelled! Hidden Treasures of Europe offers you guided tours through fascinating destinations “far from the madding crowds.”

   From centuries-old villages, through dazzling mountain scenery overlooking crystalline lakes and flower- filled meadows, past age-old vineyards to venerable churches and seaside farmlands where grain grows down to the shore.

   3 Videos.

  135 Minutes.

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France Travel Video.  Channel 1000.  2 tapes.  VHS.

Take in the view from the top of the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. Walk the Champs Elysées.  Visit the Louvre and the famed Mona Lisa. Glide down the Seine past Notre Dame. See Versailles and the coast of Normandy.

  60 minutes

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Europe's Romantic Inns: France & Italy - Travel Video.  Goldhil Home Video.  VHS. Experience the European tradition for beauty, service and luxury.  When you check into Europe's Romantic Inn, you will enter a world of unparalleled grace and style. Located in many of the most beautiful and historical regions of Europe, many of these classic inns have built their reputations for excellence over centuries.  Visitors are pampered with every luxury and enjoy a level of relaxation that is perfect for romance.  From simply beautiful to fabulously ornate, these special inns are always elegant and like their guests, viewers of these videos will never want to leave.

   From Florence and Siena in Italy to Champagne and Bordeaux in France, you will experience twelve of the most romantic inns in the world.  Chateaux, castles, fortresses and even a monastery designed by Michelangelo are the settings for delightful lodging.  These outstanding video productions also explore the many activities that surround Europe's Romantic Inns.  From the food and art of Italy to the wines and countryside of France, there is an endless variety of options for lovers and casual travelers alike.
   Visit the most wonderful places in the world with Europe's Romantic Inns.  80 MINUTES

Featured Inns:
Florence, Italy - Villa Cora, Villa San Michele, Torre Di Bellosguardo
Siena, Italy - Hotel Certosa Di Maggiano, Locanda Dell'Amorosa, Castello Di Spaltenna.
Champagne, France - Chateau De Fere, Le Cheval Blanc, Chateau d'Etoges
Bordeaux, France - Hotel St. James, Chateau Cordeillan-Bages, Chateau Du Foulon.

 

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Railroad Journeys Around the World: Train Trips That Let the Splendor of France Unfold - Travel Video.  Questar Video.  VHS.

From the high-speed TGV trains that shuttle between her cities to the steam locomotives that traverse the countryside, France offers travelers a wide variety of railroad journeys.

  Your own adventures will include a train ride whisking you across expansive bridges and past quaint rural stations on the line from Valence to Grenoble.  You'll then board a steam locomotive that leisurely rambles through the splendid pastoral vistas between Tournon and Lamastre.  The electrified line between Perpignan and Le Tour de Carol then takes you high into the snow-capped mountains of southern France.
   Your final train journey is a thrilling excursion on the centerpiece of the French rail fleet, the TGV, as it rockets from Le Mans to Paris.  You'll first tour the inside of the train, then sit next to the driver as you dart towards Paris at speeds of up to 180 miles an hour.

  These and many other railroad journeys offer an exciting and comprehensive look at the pleasures of French train travel.  55 minutes.

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South of France - Travel Video.  Globe Trekker Video.  VHS.

Situated on the western edge of Europe, the outside world has always had a love affair with southern France.

    While most envision spectacular beaches and conspicuous wealth, it also offers some of the best food, quaintest towns and oldest Roman ruins in the world. 

    Traveler Christina Chang starts her journey in the wine region of Bordeaux.  After stopping in Bayonne for some Basque culture she visits the catholic pilgrimage sites at Lourdes via Arles and Marseilles.

   She concludes her trip in Monaco and nearby Cannes, on the beaches of the Riviera.

           Along the Way--

•   Experience some "Vine Therapy" in Bordeaux.

•   Discover ancient ancestors in the prehistoric Grotto
       de Peche Mer

•   Take a canoe trip down the Dordogne River.

•   Visit the ancient town of Arles - once the home of
       Vincent Van Gogh.

•   Celebrate Bastille Day in vibrant Marseilles.

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Aigues-Mortes - Travel Video.  DVD.  Global Treasures.  10 Minutes.
One of the most well preserved mediaeval fortifications in Europe surrounds the small town of Aigues-Mortes along the western periphery of the Camargue in the south of France. In the 13th century King Louis The Ninth was in search of a suitable location for a harbour on the Mediterranean that would serve both trade and military purposes. The Aigues-Mortes region was far from ideal as it was a swampland on which it was almost impossible to build, however, the orders of the King had to obeyed!

The seventeen hundred metre long town wall consists of ten gates and five defensive towers, a true masterpiece of mediaeval architecture.

King Louis The Ninth and his army embarked from Aigues-Mortes to conquer the Holy Land for Christianity and in 1246, two years before the king’s crusade to Egypt, the town’s inhabitants began to prepare the machinery of war for this great adventure. However, the crusade was unsuccessful, the king having been taken prisoner. Even so, this was not to be his final military expedition and following his liberation and return to France he was encouraged to mount a new crusade in 1270, one which he did not survive. The harbour also suffered a terrible fate: it silted up! Thus the town’s inhabitants experienced a difficult period in their history.

But thanks to its splendid town wall Aigues-Mortes still manages to capture the atmosphere of the Middle Ages.
 

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Aix-En-Provence - Travel Video.  DVD.  Global Treasures.  10 Minutes.
Hot springs once inspired the Romans to settle in a valley below the Celtic Oppidum that they had just destroyed. However, today’s Aix-En-Provence and its numerous lanes offer far more than simply water.

Aix is one of the most beautiful cities in France and its numerous fountains and majestic squares highlight the city’s unique ambience and romantic character. Indeed, more than forty spectacular fountains cool down this ancient town in the hot months of summer when both foreign and French tourists visit the city.

Nearly all of its splendid buildings and wonderful avenues date back to the 17th and 18th centuries, the Golden Age of Aix-En-Provence.

As a centre of education and fine art this elegant city continues to be a rich source of creative inspiration.

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Arles Provence - Travel Video.  DVD.  Global Treasures.  10 Minutes.
A beautiful fountain with an Egyptian obelisk graces the Place De La République in the heart of Arles, an historic and charming small town in the south of France.

Next to the City Hall is the Romanic Saint Trophime Cathedral with its splendid church porch that dates back to the 12th century.

The town’s Amphitheatre is the region’s greatest building that has survived from the time of the Roman Empire and it is also the most important arena in the former Gallic colony. Three watchtowers that date back to the Middle Ages were left in tact by archaeologists as a reminder of the fortifications of the beautiful amphitheatre.

Arles and its magnificent cathedral soon became one of the Romans’ most favoured towns and was referred to as ‘Little Rome in Gaul’ when more than twenty thousand spectators witnessed savage gladiatorial battle in its Amphiteatre.

Today Arles is closely associated with the name of world famous Dutch painter, Vincent Van Gogh. He completed around four hundred paintings in the town.

A visit to Arles is like travelling back in time but with all the unique atmosphere of the present.
 

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Avignon Provence - Travel Video.  DVD.  Global Treasures.  10 Minutes.
Avignon A famous song that features a bridge takes us into the French Provencal town of Avignon. ‘Sur Le Pont D’Avignon’: thus begins the world famous French song that is familiar with both young and old alike. It is a song of dance on the Pont Saint Énézet Bridge.

Internal disputes in addition to power struggles in Rome transformed Avignon into the new seat of the Pontificate. The impressive Popes’ Palace dominates the centre of the town. Its exterior resembles a military fortress rather than a religious residence.

A coat of arms above the main entrance is reminiscent of the papal court that was founded by Klemens The Sixth. In 1348 he bought Avignon for 80,000 gold ducats from Johanna The First, Queen of Sicily. During his term of office he added a new, more luxurious building to the Old Palace that was constructed between 1334 and 1342. The beauty of the palace manifests itself in the numerous terraces and towers that were used for defensive purposes during the 14th and 15th centuries.

Seven successive French popes transformed Avignon into one of the most glamorous medieval courts in Europe. The town’s expansion gradually became increasingly more splendid and the pontificate’s dependence on French royalty became further entrenched.
 

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Rick Steves' Travel the World: Paris Day Trips & the Alsace Lorraine - Travel Video.  VHS.

In this new release, Rick walks Paris to find a favorite restaurant and a friendly neighborhood market.  We look at Paris' history and art, and play king and queen for a day at Versailles.  Then we relax in the French countryside amid miles of vineyards, half-timbered villages and feudal fortresses.
*  Celebrate the Impressionists' artistic revolution at Monet's Giverny.
*  Stroll Alsatian village streets on the route du vin and walk the trenches of the WWI Verdun Memorial.
*  Savor sparkling samples at Epernay, the bubbling birthplace of champagne. 

 53 minutes.

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Bordeaux & The Dordogne: A Tribute - Travel Video.  DVD.

Bordeaux & the world famous wine regions of the medoc & st. Emilion. The beautiful dordogne valley. Beynac, sarlat, la roque gageac.Rocamadour. The cave paintings of lascaux. Domme. Castelnaud. Chateau des milandes, home of the great star, josephine baker. Montaigne's tower, vitrac, tremolat, and more.  31 minutes

"The Hilgendorf brothers are unique in the world of travel videos...." - Seattle Times.
 

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Brittany (Bretagne), France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Vista Point.  26 Minutes.
Brittany in the rugged west of France features picturesque old towns, castles and fortresses plus austere medieval cathedrals. Nostalgia and romantic harbor villages still exist here and it is also a land of menhirs and fishermen.

Rennes is the capital of the region and it is here that our journey through Brittany begins. It is a small town in which both medieval and classical buildings stand side by side. In 1720 a disastrous fire that raged for seven days destroyed a number of historic houses. Several crooked, partly renovated frame-work houses are situated in the alleys of the old town, their carved windows and oriels create a medieval atmosphere.

Thirty two kilometres south is Vitré, a picture postcard town with a city wall, narrow lanes and a castle. English troops besieged the town for many years until the lords of the castle finally paid a large ransom for their freedom.

Le Mont Saint Michel with its historic buildings is located on an eighty metre high granite mound and is like something from a fairytale. Powerful fortifications surround the small town and the abbey at the top of the rock. Due to its unique location and architectural splendour this picturesque village is often referred to as the Wonder Of The Occident.

Dinan is a small enchanting French town on the banks of the Rance is one of the most beautiful and well preserved mediaeval towns in Brittany.

The western part of France has many faces and Brittany truly is a land of myths, castles, fishing villages and historic old towns.
 

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Rick Steves' Travel the World: France - Paris, & Normandy & Brittany -  Travel Video.  VHS.

Rick shows how to enjoy the City of Light via its public transportation. He chases Europe's largest tides at the ancient abbey of Mont St. Michel, and samples crepes, Camembert cheese and cream sauces.
   Explore popular Paris sites like Napoleon's Tomb, Gothic Saint-Chapelle, Rodin Museum and the nightlife of Montmartre.

   Experience the vitality of the Left Bank as we stroll through coffee houses and small bookshops.

   Visit the Fougeres castle in Brittany, symbol of the Celtic struggle; and the historic Normandy coast.  52 minutes.

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Corsica, Sicily & Sardinia: Mediterranean Islands - Travel Video.  DVD.  Globe Trekker Video.
 

The Mediterranean islands of Corsica, Sardinia and Sicily are the stepping stones between Europe and Africa.  A mix of Italian, French and Moorish traditions visitors have long been attracted to the contrasting cultures and scenery of these three Mediterranean Islands.

   Traveler Ian Wright begins his journey on the French Island of Corsica, the birthplace of Napoleon, where he enjoys a wealth of outdoor activities.  He then sails to the Italian Island of Sardinia to celebrate the S'Ardia festival and witness the fine horsemanship of the locals. Ians final destination is the Island of Sicily where he cooks up a storm with a local pasta chef before ending his journey on top of Stromboli's smoking and lava spitting volcano.

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•   Hike a rugged Corsican mountain range.

•   Drive an old Fiat Topolino through the hills of Sardinia.

•   See a wild horse race in a remote mountain
       community.

•   Work for your passage on a luxury yacht across the
       Mediterranean.

•   Enjoy the Festival of Saint Rosalia in Sicily as the
      city comes alive with lights and people are showered
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Corsica, Sicily & Sardinia: Mediterranean Islands - Travel Video.  Globe Trekker Video.  VHS.

The Mediterranean islands of Corsica, Sardinia and Sicily are the stepping stones between Europe and Africa. A mix of Italian, French and Moorish traditions visitors have long been attracted to the contrasting cultures and scenery of these three Mediterranean Islands.

 
   Traveler Ian Wright begins his journey on the French Island of Corsica, the birthplace of Napoleon, where he enjoys a wealth of outdoor activities. He then sails to the Italian Island of Sardinia to celebrate the S'Ardia festival and witness the fine horsemanship of the locals.

  Ian's final destination is the Island of Sicily where he cooks up a storm with a local pasta chef before ending his journey on top of Stromboli's smoking and lava spitting volcano.

         Along the way ---

•   Hike a rugged Corsican mountain range.

•   Drive an old Fiat Topolino through the hills of Sardinia.

•   See a wild horse race in a remote mountain community.

•   Work for your passage on a luxury yacht across the
       Mediterranean.

•   Enjoy the Festival of Saint Rosalia in Sicily as the
      city comes alive with lights and people are showered
      with rose petals.

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Carnac (Carnac Stones Bretagne) France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Global Treasures.  10 Minutes.
The megaliths of Carnac in Brittany are stone relics that are thousands of years old and date back to the middle of the Neolithic period. Four long avenues of mighty stone known as ‘alignments’ extend across eight kilometres of scenic terrain.

The Kerzerho Stones are one of the most splendid alignments in Carnac. They consist of more than eleven hundred stones and cover an area of almost two kilometres. But what significance did this formation have with its Neolithic creators and how were they able to transport these massive stones? The stones will probably never reveal their secrets but many historians and archaeologists believe that they were connected with some kind of religious belief.

The area around Carnac also contains numerous intriguing Dolmen, a series of vertical stones that support a large slab, a kind of stone table. Along the northern border of Plouharnel Village there is a fine example of this unique construction that dates back to the Stone Age, the Dolmen of Rondonssec.

The large number of Dolmen indicates that the region was once not only of great astronomical importance but was also used as a burial site. It is not known who was buried here but they may have been tribal and religious leaders as well as those who had made an important contribution to the well-being of the tribe.

For several centuries the tranquil and mysterious atmosphere of this place has fascinated all those who have experienced it. The megaliths of Carnac are masterpieces of prehistoric architecture and grand monuments that have survived time itself.
 

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Dinan (Bretagne) France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Global Treasures.  10 Minutes.
Dinan is a small enchanting French town on the banks of the Rance and is one of the most beautiful and well preserved medieval towns in Brittany.

Today, cobbled lanes and several half-timbered buildings highlight the town’s colourful history and in 1066 many of Dinan´s inhabitants took part in the Norman Conquest and the Hundred Years´ War also left its traces here. However, despite its battles and sieges the picturesque old town has survived to the present day and has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in Brittany.

The town´s defences were constructed in the 14th century. A circular wall, two and a half kilometres long, protected the inhabitants of Dinan from hostile attack.

Due to its well planned defences the town remained untouched and even today it’s like stepping back into the Middle Ages.
 

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Eze France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Global Treasures.  10 Minutes.
Amidst the marvellous coastal landscape of the French Cote D’Azur lies the picturesque medieval village of Eze.

The main part of the village that can still be seen today was created in the 10th century, during the Middle Ages. Tranquillity seems almost to overflow from quaint windows on to the streets of this charming village in which its narrow alleyways and stone buildings mix with the lush green of the trees.

Eze radiates summer freshness and in a magical kind of way, light and shadow unite to form a magnificent picture of pure beauty.

Breathtaking, panoramic views down to the Mediterranean are an additional treat and, located around the village’s castle, the Cactus Garden is yet another attraction.

For real old world charm, this is the place to be!
 

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French Riviera (Cote D' Azur), France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Vista Point.  26 Minutes.
Our romantic journey begins in the city of Cannes in the south of France, along the ‘Blue Coast’, the Côte D`Azur. For most of the time, this impressive section of the Mediterranean coast enjoys a mild climate and is synonymous with a luxurious lifestyle beneath the southern sun. Le Suquet, the old town that is located above the old port has, in spite of tourism, managed to retain its air of calm sophistication.

The markets in the old town offer an abundance of eye-catching vegetables, fruit and fresh fish. Narrow and picturesque alleys lead up to the tiny mountain of Mont Chevalier on which the historical area of the city is situated.

Close by is the Cap D`Antibes with its mighty castle that from 1386 was owned by the Grimaldis and in the 16th century became a French possession. A huge defensive wall built by the Sun King‘s master fortress builder surrounds the old town and protects its seaward side.

Nice is the ‘dream coast’s’ fascinating and colourful city located on the curve of Angel Bay, a metropolis that has lost little of its turn of the century charm. The magnificent Promenade Des Anglais, named after the resort’s former large contingent of English visitors, was built during the19th century. The historical centre of the city, Vielle Ville, has become the home of Arabian immigrants, thus couscous features prominently on the menu. The old fish market is the most beautiful on the entire Côte D`Azur and its traditional displays of seafood are a feast to the eye.

In the centre of the Côte D`Azur’s enchanting landscape is the picturesque medieval village of Eze. Most of the village that can be seen today had its origins in the 10th century and its fine old buildings, charming back streets and archways are real architectural gems.

Only a little further along the coast is the Principality of Monaco which, after the Vatican, is the smallest yet most unique sovereign state in the world. Luxury yachts anchor in the harbour throughout the year and travel from all over the globe to visit this much sought after tax haven and exclusive casino paradise.

Romance, history, luxury, glamour, prosperity and sunshine: the Côte D`Azur!
 

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Gulf of Morbihan (Golfe Du Morbihan), Bretagne, France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Vista Point.  26 Minutes.
The Golfe Du Morbihan is situated on the south coast of Brittany and protects the region from the strong currents of the Atlantic Ocean. It is a fascinating coastal landscape with huge castles and extensive sand dunes.

Influential and wealthy ship owners once settled here: they ran the East India Trading Company that earned high taxes for the French monarchy. The present day harbour makes it difficult to believe that it was once a busy centre of trade with the distant Orient but the town’s well preserved buildings indicate its former wealth and ferryboats travel to the village on the opposite side of the Lorient that still boasts a splendid array of huge warehouses.

The Megaliths Of Carnac are stone relics that are thousands of years old and date back to the middle of the Neolithic Period and although they have been analysed by scientists they are nonetheless full of mystique as four long avenues of mighty stone known as ‘Alignments’extend across eight kilometres of scenic terrain.

The enchanting medieval city of Auray is situated on a bend of the Rivière D`Auray that flows into the Golfe Du Morbihan. The city has earned its place in the history books of Brittany. Here, two families once fought to rule this land and a battle decided which one!

The attractive charm of the Brittany landscape owes much of its allure to its picturesque old stone houses and idyllic bays. The Golfe Du Morbihan with its numerous islands both large and small is a French paradise set along the rugged Atlantic coast.
 

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Loire Valley - Travel Video.  Travelview International.  VHS.

Turn back the pages of history.

Experience the gracious world of kings and lords, nobles and their chateaux. Enter the Loire Valley to find the 16th Century alive today.

Traverse the spacious grounds of Chateau de Chambord, the vision of its creator Francois I. Climb the balustrade of the enormous double staircase. Observe French sculpture, paintings and decor.

Marvel at Chenonceau as it spans the Cher River. Wander the floral gardens of perfect cut-out design. Bed and breakfast in a chateau or sup in a stately dining room. Treat on fresh French croissants and breads on a terrace overlooking walkways of fountains..

Visit the charming cities of Blois, Orleans, and Tours. Explore the abundant vineyards bursting with fruit of the fertile valley and savor its sumptuous wines.  30 minutes.

Feel a touch of royalty in a medieval day gone by, here in the Loire Valley.

 

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Les Baux de Provence France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Global Treasures.  10 Minutes.
Les Baux de Provence Surrounded by the attractive provincial mountain landscape of the Alpilles there is a romantic mediaeval town high on a rock, Les Baux-De-Provence, located 400 metres above the Crau Valley. The historic origins of the village date back to the first millennium A.D.

Located in the lower, busier part of the town, the Saint Vincent Church dates back to the 12th century and it is an atmospheric setting for famous Christmas performances such as the Shepherds´ Midnight Mass.

Archaeological discoveries and precious works of art are to be found in the Musée D´Histoire De Baux that also serves as the entrance to the upper part of the town.

In times of freedom the country’s finest troubadours gathered in the town’s now ruined castle. Immortalized by a monument, the farmer poet, Charles Rieu, is considered to have been a fine exponent of this age-old tradition. However, in1483 the art of the troubadour grew silent and was replaced by the sound of battle when the powerful catapults of Ludwig The Eleventh destroyed large sections of the castle.

Like no other village in the Alpilles, Les Baux-De-Provence has long been the centre of this region’s glorious history.
 

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Locronan (Lokorn Bretagne) France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Global Treasures.  10 Minutes.
The massive tower of Saint Ronan Church rises above the village of Locronan and its eight hundred inhabitants in the French region of Brittany. In the 15th century the sleepy village developed into a prosperous sail-making centre until the arrival of successful competition and lower prices.

The village owes its popularity to the old architecture and dark grey granite buildings that lie at the historic heart of Locronan. The sudden loss of prosperity meant that there was insufficient money either to maintain the buildings or to construct new ones. Thus a walk through the picturesque village is like a fascinating journey back to the time of the French Renaissance.

Famous film directors such as Roman Polanski have used the village’s unique scenery as a backdrop to their movies. With all the evocative ambience of this wonderful place and far away from the noise of motor vehicles, it’s like being in another world.
 

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Louvre (Musee Du Louvre Palais Du Louvre) France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Global Treasures.  10 Minutes.
The Louvre in Paris is, literally, a palace of art as for more than two centuries this former castle of the Kings of France has contained one of the greatest and most famous art museums in the world.

The origins of the Louvre date back to the 13th century. Originally, the building resembled a simple fortress until King Carl The Fifth made the building his personal residence. In 1546 the French architect Pierre Lescot received an order from King Franz The First to build a brand new Renaissance palace.

Franz The First was also responsible for the fact that a certain Andrea Del Sarto purchased the first art collection for the monarch while visiting Italy. Thus, masterpieces such as Leonardo Da Vinci´S world famous painting, the Mona Lisa, became the property of the French King.

One of the most famous and treasured paintings in the Louvre is the perfectly formed statue of Aphrodite, better known as the Venus De Milo. In addition to various collections from the Oriental, Greek, Roman and Etruscan periods, the Egyptian section is particularly impressive.

Each year six million visitors pour into the former royal residence of the Louvre, majestic home to much of the world’s most treasured works of art.
 

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Marseille, France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Vista Point.  26 Minutes.
Marseille is the oldest city in France and its largest commercial harbour in the Mediterranean. It is believed that in 600 B.C. travellers from the Greek town of Phokis founded the autonomous town of ‘Massalia’. In the Middle Ages the city’s main harbour was used by the crusaders to embark on their journey to Jerusalem and it rivalled those of the maritime republics of Genoa, Pisa and Venice.

One of Marseille’s main landmarks rises high above the harbour, the seafarers’ church of Notre-Dame-De-La-Garde. It towers above the city like a fortress and on its bell tower is a gilded ten metre high figure of the Virgin Mary.

Several hundred yachts of all sizes crowd into the old harbour where there is often little room for the comings and goings of modern day sailors. It is difficult to imagine that once near-starving slaves were forced to use their last ounce of strength to row their master’s galleys into the harbour.

Modern harbour complexes require a great deal of space as is well demonstrated by Marseille’s new harbour and after Rotterdam it is the second largest in Europe. Two mighty fortresses overlook the harbour: the northern Fort Saint-Jean is the oldest and was used by the Order Of The Knights Of Malta;the Fort Saint Nicolas stands guard over the southern side of the narrow harbour entrance and was built in the 17th century.

The tiny island of Chateau D`If was made famous due to a novel by Alexander Dumas, The Count Of Monte Christo. A small museum features many items related to this classic novel and visitors can search for the hole in the wall through which Edmond Dantès is said to have entered the Abbé Faria.

A boat trip from Cassis leads to one of the most beautiful coastal areas in Europe: Les Calanques a unique nature reserve. Shining white limestone cliffs plunge more than four hundred metres into the deep blue sea and extend for twenty kilometres.
 

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Mont Saint Michel (Le Mont Saint Michel Bretagne) France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Global Treasures.  10 Minutes.
An 80 metre high mound of granite in Normandy, Le Mont-Saint -Michel, with its historic buildings is like something from a fairy tale. Powerful fortifications surround both the small town and the abbey at top of the rock, remnants of Mont-Saint- Michel’s dramatic past.

The three-storey monastery in the northern section, La Merveille, is one of the finest examples of French Late Gothic design. In the middle of the 10th century Benedictine monks from Saint Wandrille took over this mountain pilgrimage that soon developed into an important pilgrimage destination.

During the Hundred Years´ War between England and France the monastery increasingly grew to resemble a fortress and the historic development of the town is exhibited in numerous museums.

The repairs, extensions and decoration of the Benedictine took several hundred years thus creating a unique monument to the history of French construction that united various talented artists and architects of various epochs.
 

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Nice France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Vista Point.  26 Minutes.
Nice is the Côte D`Azur‘s fascinating and colourful city located on the curve of Angel Bay, a metropolis that has lost little of its turn of the century charm. It is also a place of contrast with all the pulsating life of an international city mixed with the rich Mediterranean flair of the south.

The magnificent Promenade Des Anglais, named after the resort’s former large contingent of English visitors, was built during the19th century.

The historical centre of the city, Vielle Ville, has become the home of Arabian immigrants, thus couscous features prominently on the menu. The old fish market is the most beautiful on the entire Côte D`Azur and its traditional displays of seafood are a feast to the eye.

The Russian Tsars also spent much time in Nice and in around 1900 a Russian Orthodox church was built. With its six eye-catching onion-shaped domes, it was designed by the Russian architect, Preobrajensky, and is the most beautiful example of its kind in the western hemisphere. The foundations of the building were designed in the shape of a Greek crucifix and the interior features a remarkable collection of Russian icons.

A good way to visit numerous places of interest is by taking a journey on a small sightseeing train known as the Azur Express.

Just outside Nice there are some remarkable Roman ruins and a villa on the excavated site contains the Matisse Museum that features each of the famous artist’s sculptures.

Nice is more than ‘nice’ – joie de vivre never had it so good!
 

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Nice (2006) - Travel Video.  DVD.  Alternate Routes.  30 Minutes.
Backpackers from England and Canada cross paths in Nice on the French Riviera.Together they try to maximize their fun without blowing their budget.

Experience the rush of traveling the world for the first time with a crew of international back-packers, ages 16 - 22 on their quest for adventure, romance and the perfect moment.A variety of hosts from around the globe and the young people they hook up with on location are relentless in their pursuit of fun (and don’t forget that culture, mate!)American girls explore Rome, Brits take on Thailand and things get wild when the Aussie’s arrive in Copenhagen.Five continents, Unlimited Adventure.Take the alternate route, dude.




 

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Nimes Provence, France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Global Treasures.  10 Minutes.
For almost two thousand years an imposing Roman amphitheatre has dominated the French city of Nîmes.

Prior to the Romans the Celts established a settlement in Nîmes. During the rule of Julius Caesar and Emperor Augustus the city grew in importance. The Arena was once the setting for gladiatorial battles but today it is matadors who fascinate their audiences during the Whitsuntide Féria.

The amphitheatre was built in around 70 A.D. Nîmes, or “Nemausus” as the Romans named their colony, developed into an important centre. In the 2nd century A.D. emperors Hadrian and Antonius Pius ordered the construction of two further splendid buildings, thus the town was enriched by fine architecture.

In contrast to the famous Roman Arena at Arles the Nîmes replica of the Colosseum still contains some well-preserved sections of the highest floor, the Attika.

Today the beautiful view from the most highly elevated seats of the Amphitheatre extends across the rooftops of the picturesque old town of Nîmes and its two thousand years of glorious history.
 

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Provence, France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Vista Point.  26 Minutes.
Marseille is the most important city in Provence and is situated on the south coast of France.

From a distance, one of Marseille’s main landmarks rises high above the harbour: the seafarers’ church of Notre-Dame-De-La-Garde. With abundant internal furnishings, Byzantine arches, golden mosaics and numerous votives it is a splendid structure inspired by Byzantine Romanic design.

The most impressive religious building in Marseille is a fortified monastery church that dates back to the 5th century, the mighty Abbaye Saint Victor. Deep down in the rock is an Early Christian crypt and a number of stone sarcophaguses that contain the remains of various holy martyrs that date back to the Roman persecution of the Christians.

A boat trip from Cassis leads to one of the most beautiful coastal areas in Europe, Les Calanques, a unique nature reserve where shining white limestone cliffs plunge more than four hundred metres into the deep blue sea and extend for twenty kilometres.

Sur Le Pont D’Avignon is a world famous French song that is familiar to both young and old alike. It is a song of dance on the bridge of the Pont Saint Bénézet but it is more likely that the people here once danced under the bridge, as that is the location of its bars!

A place of radiant light and sweet aromas with villages that nestle in the rocks like eagles’nests and with cities that have an historic past.

Provence is indeed a captivating land full of fascinating contrasts.
 

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Vannes Bretagne, France - Travel Video.  DVD.  Global Treasures.  10 Minutes.
Vannes is the capital of the Département Morbihan on the French Atlantic coast and within its mighty walls hides a historical architectural treasure.

Half-timbered houses that date back to the 15th and 17th centuries form the medieval centre of Vannes and can be found on the square dedicated to Henry The Fourth and also in many nearby lanes. Several charming facades lie closely packed together and create a fascinating historic setting. The fine old buildings are an important part of the town’s economy and in recent years have attracted hordes of tourists from around the world.

The Cathédrale Saint Pierre towers above the historic rooftops of the fine old town. The architecture of the church dates back to the 13th century but its facade was restored much later in Neo Gothic design. The entrance to the northern nave leads into the church’s generously decorated interior most of which was built in the 15th century. The construction of the cathedral took almost six hundred years and thus contains the architecture of several historic epochs.

Vannes is full of history and picturesque sights – well worth a visit!
 

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