France : Vosges mountains and Alsace vineyards – 50 photos.

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France – Brittany : Walking to Fort La Latte on GR34

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Fort La Latte is a fortified castle at the East of Cap Fréhel, standing 196ft (60m) on a rock above the sea.The imposing edifice was built in the 14th century, and fortified in the 17th century. Crossing the drawbridge and exploring the crenellations, turrets and dungeons will take you back to the past.

Built by an important Breton family (the Goyon-Matignons) in the 15th century on a promontory at the entrance of the Fresnaye Bay, this Castle was first called Roche Goyon. He belonged to the Grimaldis and knew two major assaults in 1379 and in 1597. The latter destroyed it strongly but yet the 2 drawbridges were saved. This is a remarkable medieval building turned into a fortified castle to protect Saint Malo under the reign of Louis 14th. This pink sandstone lookout used to protect Saint Malo ships from the enemies (English and Dutch). Its military use continued…

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France – Brittany : A hike on GR34 to Cap Fréhel – 20 photos.

Beautiful scenery!

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All along the GR34 encircling the whole Brittany the landscape is stunning. From Saint Malo to Saint Brieuc the walk follows the dramatic Emerald Coast, the famous Frehel Cap, the outstanding pink cliffs of Erquy.These Natural sites have been on Unesco List since the 70s.

Hiking in Brittany on the coastal path GR 34 -from Saint-Malo to Saint- Brieuc

The Frehel heathland

Spreading over 400 hectares the Frehel heathland is preserved and protected and offers a great variety of environments. The scientists and nature lovers consider it as a giant vegetal lab. (short heathland on the cliffs, gorse and heather moorland on richer grounds). On top of the cliffs can also be observed a few flowers that cling to the rocks with deep roots whereas their leaves in tuft can store humidity.

Hiking in Brittany on the coastal path GR 34 -from Saint-Malo to Saint- Brieuc

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France – Perigord : Loubressac along the Dordogne Valley – 20 photos

Magnificent buildings and beautiful scenery.

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Perched on a promontory that offers a dramatic view over the Dordogne valley and the surrounding castles, Loubressac is a charming medieval village. The houses built of ochre stone and capped with pointed roofs. The church of Saint Jean Baptiste and the Castle, dating back to the 15th century and 18th century, are worth the short climb to reach them.

Located in South of France 140 km South of Limoges and 143 km North of Toulouse Loubressac is listed on the Most Beautiful villages of France along the Dordogne Valley as well as Carennac and Autoire.

France-Perigord : Self-guided hike in Perigord and Quercy

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The best way to explore these authentic “Most Beautiful Village of France” is on foot. The GR hiking route passes through Autoire, Loubressac and Carennac, but all three villages are also a starting point for interesting walking trails through Quercy and Rocamadour.

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