 Every Cloud Has a Silver Lining Lorraine has been subjected to attack by Julius Caesar, Charles the Bold, Charles V and Louis XIII. As a result, its historic buildings boast a wide range of architectural styles. The architecture also reflects the many different types of building and a succession of periods of history. The Renaissance developed and prospered in Lorraine. The homogeneous design and layout of the Upper Town in Bar-le-Duc is one of the most remarkable groups of buildings of its kind anywhere in the country.
Saint-Mihiel is another town with much to boast about. The villages of Châtillon-sur-Saône (extensively restored) and Marville add to this list of heritage sites. Nancy has some exceptional 18th Century buildings designed by Emmanuel Héré as well as some gems of Art Nouveau style. Le Corbusier gave vent to his creativity in Briey (La Cité radieuse).The history of Metz can be seen in St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, the mediaeval Place Saint Louis, Place de la Comédie with its 18th Century theatre, the “Germans’ Gate” (Porte des Allemands), the Knights Templar’s chapel and the imperial district around the railway station.
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| 09/04/2010 ABTOF Conference 2010 Programme |
The definitive programme for the Lille Conference, 23rd-25th April
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| 09/04/2010 ABTOF Conference delegate list |
A regularly updated lisiting on delegates booked for the Lille conference, 23rd-25th April
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| 03/10/2008 Grasse's International Perfume museum reopens its doors |
After a four-year renovation project, Grasse's international perfume museum will reopen its door for business on 18 October.
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| 26/08/2008 Go Grand For a Massif French Ski Holiday |
Overlooked in the past in favour of more popular holiday spots such as Provence and Brittany, the rugged interior of France’s Grand Massif holds much appeal for tourists, whatever time of year you visit.
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| 22/12/2008 Portrayal of France in the travel sections of this weekend's national newspapers |
Ski, ski and more ski. Huge snowfalls in the Alps and Pyrenees mean ski conditions in France are the best for many, many years
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| Summer of Opera in Burgundy |
| July (Annual) |
Burguny - many locations
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| Founded in 1978, this summer opera festival is held in the elegant atmosphere of Burgundy's hôtels particuliers and mixes contemporary operas with more familiar classics. |
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| Formula One: French Grand Prix |
| June (Annual) |
Magny Cours
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| The Formula One World Championships continues with the French Grand Prix. More than 100,000 spectators pack the stands of the Circuit de Nevers at Magny-Cours as fanatics from across the world flock to Burgundy. |
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| Festival Frictions |
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Dijon - Burgundy
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Dijon's Théâtre du Parvis showcases France's newest writing talent during its annual festival of cutting-edge performance.
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| Sainte Savine Street Theatre Festival |
| September (Annual) |
Sainte Savine-Burgundy
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| The streets come alive as performers from around the world visit Sainte Savine. Professional theatre companies and groups of performers gather in this small town near Troyes every September. Expect the unexpected, with everything from bizarre one-man shows, puppetry and circus antics to mime, traditional theatre and live concerts. If you tire of their antics (and why should you, they're free!), there's always a concert to soothe your ears. |
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| Grésilles en Féte |
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Dijon
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The Grésille district in northern Dijon stages its annual outdoor festival of street parties, circus, concerts, exhibitions, photography competitions, modern dance and street theatre. Saturday is the climax, culminating in DJs playing late into the night.
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Canvas Holidays - September from £199 per party
Enjoy 7 nights in a mobile home from £199 per party - inlcuding your Dover to Calais ferry crossing.
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Special Offers on Luxury Hotel Barge Holidays!
European Waterways have some amazing special offers on their luxury hotel barges throughout France.
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Top quality properties in Burgundy
Just France offers a great selection of self-catering properties with excellent facilities.
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VFB Holidays Historic Burgundy Escorted Tour
7 night escorted tour from £1078pp. Departures by rail in May, Jun & Sep 2010.
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Arblaster & Clarke Wine Tours Wine & City
Superb value short wine breaks to Lyons, Bordeaux and Chablis
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Headwater's Abbeys and Vineyards Cycling
World famous vineyards, superb local cuisine, excellent value.
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Grape Escapes
Grape Escapes are the leading wine tour company specialising in the premium regions of France, especially Champagne. We provide a range of short breaks incorporating wine tasting and gourmet dining.
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Alan Rogers Guides & Travel
Pitch reservations & mobile home holidays across France & Spain. Pay at-the-gate prices, with a small, one-off admin fee and we'll organise it all for you. Free Child Places and Special Offers available. Alan Rogers Guides have been the market leading campsite guides since 1968. Also Camping Cheque programme (www.campingcheque.co.uk) for low season touring with savings up to 60%
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