Places of Interest

Spain has the most spectacular coastline running all the way from the north to the south of the country and is every European traveller’s dream. It is divided up into different coasts known as Spanish Costas. The area is beautiful … Read More

Extensive archaeological evidence places Budva among the oldest urban settlements of the Adriatic coast. Substantial documentary evidence provides historical references dating back to the 5th century BC. A legend recounts that Bouthoe (Βουθόη – Vouthoe) was founded by Cadmus, the … Read More

Brittany Whether it be its impressive megalithic and medieval monuments, it’s splendid coastal towns famous for their succulent seafood including scallops and oysters or the vastness of its enchanting countryside, you can be sure that Brittany is boundless in what … Read More

Saumur is a commune in the Maine-et-Loire department in western France and has a population of around 27,523. This historic medieval town is located between the Thouet and Loire rivers and is beautifully surrounded by vineyards. Bourgueil, Coteaux du Layon … Read More

Nantes is a large bustling city and has a population of around 300,000. It is the most westerly city in France and is situated at the head of the estuary of the Loire river where it is also joined by the Sevre and Erdre rivers.… Read More

The beautiful walled town of Vannes is by far one of Brittany’s most stunning sights and a must see on any excursion to the Gulf of Morbihan. With a population of around 53,350, Vannes is a perfect place to stay. … Read More

Rennes is a vibrant city and Brittany’s administrative capital. From its medieval streets of the picture-perfect old town to the relaxing Thabor gardens and the impressive parliament building Rennes is a beautiful place to live. Rennes has a population of … Read More

Josselin is a beautiful city located in the department of Morbihan and has a population of around 2,495. Josselin is most famous for its medieval castle which is owned by members of the legendary Rohan family and is open to … Read More

It is impossible to spend a weekend, a mini break or a holiday in Rouen without going to the Gros-Horloge clock, the Cathedral of Notre-Dame, the Church of Saint-Ouen, the Museum of Fine Arts, the view from Sainte-Catherine’s Hill in … Read More

The name of the town derives from the Latin: Noviomagus Lexoviorum (“Noviomagus of the Lexovii”). The town was originally known in Celtic as Novio Magos (“New Field”, “New Market”), which was Latinized as Noviomagus. Owing to the large number of … Read More

Lessay is a commune in the Manche department in north-western France. On 1 January 2016, the former commune of Angoville-sur-Ay was merged into Lessay. Lessay is a small town in the centre of the Cotentin Peninsula, Normandy. Abbey Holy Trinity … Read More

The Mont-Saint-Michel is one of Europe’s most unforgettable sights. Set in the mesmerising bay where Normandy and Brittany merge, the island draws the eye from great distances. The island is located about 1 kilometre off the country’s North Western coast, … Read More

Caen was known in Roman times as ‘Catumagos’, from the Gaulish roots magos meaning ‘field’ and catu meaning ‘combat’. It remained a minor settlement throughout the Roman period and began to see major development commence in the 10th century, under … Read More

The beautiful city of Saint Malo in Brittany was built on a rock standing in a naturally defensive position at the mouth of the river Rance. St Malo has a population of around 46,097 and has some of the best … Read More

Saint-Brieuc is a commune in the Cotes d’Armor department in Brittany and has a population of around 44,370. It is a lovely and enchanting place. When you arrive, you will want to take to the seas whether aboard the Grand … Read More

The city of Dinan is situated in the north west of France and has a population of around 14,170. Dinan is not only very popular, it is also regarded as one of the best preserved and most beautiful Medieval small … Read More