Tag: August in France
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The True Story Behind Colmar’s Fairy-Tale Streets and Canals
Colmar’s canals and medieval streets look too beautiful to be real. Here’s the real story behind the beauty — plus get weekly France stories free in our newsletter.
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French Surnames of Provence: Origins, Meanings and Family He
French surnames of Provence carry something you will not find in any other region of France. They hold the echo of a separate language, a separate culture, and a history that predates France itself. If your family tree points south — to lavender fields, Roman amphitheatres, and ancient port cities — this guide is for…
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Why the Whole of France Goes on Holiday at Exactly the Same Time
Every August, France empties out. Beaches fill up, trains pack out, and a whole nation heads for the coast. Here’s the story behind France’s great summer exodus.
