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[ February 7, 2012 to November 20, 2011. ] The small south-west appellation of Madiran (64, Aquitaine) is home to the Tannat grape, producing rich, sometimes tannic red wines. This is a rural area – no large towns. rolling countryside heavy with vines. The village of Madiran is not busy metropolis – just quiet and peaceful. Here you will find the Prieuré Hotel Restaurant with comfortable rooms [...] [...]
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[ January 25, 2008 to January 26, 2008. December 16, 2008 to December 21, 2008. ] In the east of France and to the east of Burgundy adjacent to Switzerland, the Ain is probably a little overlooked by most visitors. With Bourg-en-Bresse as its principal town it is a region of gentle hills and river valleys – which is one of the hidden parts of France. The departement includes Bugey and the wines [...] [...] [ February 9, 2008 to February 10, 2008. ] Toulouse (31 Haut Garonne, Midi-Pyrenees) is known as the Pink City but violet is the colour for February. Every year in February, during the flowering season of this highly-perfumed little flower, the Festival de la Violette is organised by Les Amis de la Violette. The violet is the emblematic flower of Toulouse, and has been cultivated by [...] [...] [ February 16, 2008 to March 5, 2008. ] The riviera town of Menton (06 Alpes-Maritimes, Provence) celebrates the citrus fruits every winter, bring a zesty touch of colour and animation to the town. The theme this year is the Islands of the World and the festivities include a Parade of Golden Fruits (floats of figures made from oranges and lemons (see below), a [...] [...] [ January 24, 2008 to January 27, 2008. February 1, 2008 to February 6, 2008. ] Whilst it may lack the international length and high glamour of its glory years the Monte Carlo Rally still makes an exciting spectacle through the Ardeche, Drome and Alpes-Maritime departements – through the mountains of Haut-Provence and down to the Mediterranean. For details of the route and timings see www.acm.mc The slower, but possibly better viewing for [...] [...] [ February 3, 2008; ] Carnaval time comes to Paris (Porte de Bagnolet) on 3 February 2008 which comprises “a festive costumed parade through Paris with a stately Limousine cow in a splendid red robe heading the procession. Called Pimprenelle Saint-Fargeau II, she is the carnival mascot and will lead the Fatted Ox parade (the Fatted Ox being a reference [...] [...] Tarn-et-Garonne (82 Midi-Pyrenees) lies between Toulouse to the south, Agen to the West and Cahors to the North. The main town is Montauban. [...] [ March 28, 2008 to March 31, 2008. ] The wine fairs of the Vignerons Independents (independent winemakers) for the first half of 2008 include Paris (75 Paris, Ile de France), Porte de Champerret (on the northern Peripherique from 28-31 March 2008 For a small entry fee you get the chance to meet winemakers from all the wine regions of France, to taste some of [...] [...] [ March 1, 2008 to March 3, 2008. ] The wine fairs of the Vignerons Independents (independent winemakers) for the first half of 2008 include Lyon (69 Rhone, Rhone-Alpes), Eurexpo from 1-3 March 2008 For a small entry fee you get the chance to meet winemakers from all the wine regions of France, to taste some of their wines and buy at vineyard gate [...] [...] [ September 21, 2008; ] The Proclamation of the Harvest takes place in the medieval town of St Emilion (33 Gironde, Aquitaine), one of the best appellations for Bordeaux red wines. There is always a colourful parade with a band through the town, with plenty of opportunities to taste some of the wines at any of the wine shops scattered [...] [...] [ February 15, 2008 to February 18, 2008. ] The wine fairs of the Vignerons Independents (independent winemakers) for the first half of 2008 include Strasbourg (67 Bas Rhin,Alsace), Parc des Expositions Wacken from 15-18 February 2008. For a small entry fee you get the chance to meet winemakers from all the wine regions of France, to taste some of their wines and buy [...] [...] [ August 30, 2008 to August 31, 2008. ] Eguisheim (68 Haut-Rhin, Alsace) celebrates its 48th Winegrowers’ festival in August 2008. Set in the heart of the Alsace vineyards you’ll find opend doots to local wine cellars, plenty of opportunities to taste (including some of the Grand Cru wines), folk dancing and music For more info see www.ot-eguisheim.fr As well as the Alsace Wine Route which [...] [...] [ January 1, 2008; ] Public Holiday in France [...] [ January 20, 2008; ] Held every year on the third Sunday in January (20 Jan 2008) the village of Sorges (24 Dordogne, Aquitaine) holds a competition to find the biggest truffle – and its the highly prized Black Truffle (truffe noire d’hiver).There is also a Truffle Market and the local hostelries will be offering Truffle omelettes! For more info see [...] [...] [ December 22, 2007 to December 24, 2007. December 26, 2007 to December 31, 2007. January 2, 2008 to January 6, 2008. ] The Chateau of Vaux-le-Vicomte at Maincy (77 Seine-et-Marne, Ile de France) about 50km southeast of Paris, celebrates the Christmas season in style – sumptuous decor, giant christmas tree, crackling fire places and illuminations throughout the gardens! Enchantment starts with a white christmas trees path leading towards the entrance of the chateau. In the stately rooms, a [...] [...] [ October 20, 2007 to January 20, 2008. ] Until 20 January 2008 there is a splendid exhibition of Marc Chagall’s ceramics at the art-deco gallery at La Piscine de Roubaix, the coverted 1930s municipal swimming pool at Roubaix near Lille (59 Nord, Nord-Pas-de-Calais). The building itself is well worth a visit tastefull renovated retaining and enhancing the art deco features, whilst the original [...] [...] [ December 24, 2007 to January 6, 2008. ] If you miss Christmas market in Lille (59 Nord) which closes on 24 December 2007 you can always try the New Year Market (Marche de l’An Neuf) which runs from 26 December to 6 January 2008. Held in the Place Rihour, the emphasis is on local crafts, but with all the decorations and the Carousel [...] [...] [ January 18, 2008 to January 20, 2008. ] The annual France Show takes place 18-20 January 2008 at London’s Olympia. The France Show 2008 will be the UK’s largest celebration of French property, culture, food and travel. With five main themed areas, the show at Olympia in London (previously Vive la France) will give you the chance to explore your passions, hobbies or interests [...] [...] [ January 1, 2008; ] Public Holiday in France – New Year’s Day – Jour de l’an Other French public holidays in 2008:- Monday 24 March 2008 – Easter Monday – Lundi de Pâques Thursday 1 May 2008`- Labour Day – Fête du Travail – and Ascension Day – Ascension catholique Thursday 8 May 2008 – Victory Day (WWII) – Fête de la [...] [...] |
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