Chaillac, France
August 15, 2016 in France ⋅ ☀️ 33 °C
Today we decided to take a 'day off' and just chill by the lake. Our first choice was lake Bellebouche, but they don't allow dogs, so we tried our luck at Chaillac instead. Best of all-it's so closeRead more
Le Blanc
August 16, 2016 in France ⋅ ⛅ 21 °C
We had to refuel our car and do the groceries, so we decided to visit Le Blanc. After miles and miles of sunflower fields we arrived. It seems, no matter how small, every town in France owns a castle.Read more
Montmorillon
August 17, 2016 in France ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
Charming and quiet town, apparently known for books, and where the writers got inspiration. There is an old bridge connecting the two parts of the town center. We crossed it and went up to the churchRead more
Loches, France
August 18, 2016 in France ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C
Today, our trip was all about the castles as we decided to take a ride through valley of the kings. First stop was old, vibrant town Loches. Small alleys are lively as there are many shops and cafes.Read more
Montrésor
August 18, 2016 in France ⋅ ⛅ 22 °C
From one romantic town to another, our next stop was Montresor. There was peace and quiet while we were strolling down the river and looking up to the castle. I mean, what else could you ask for?
Châteu de Montpoupon
August 18, 2016 in France ⋅ ⛅ 22 °C
Unusual position for a castle - by the road and oddly not on top of a hill. The view of Chateu de Montpoupon when you drive by is magnificent(so is the castle).
Montrichard
August 18, 2016 in France ⋅ ⛅ 23 °C
This was our drive-by, as you can tell by the pictures. A few ruins and a church didn't really wow-ed us, so we went by pretty quickly :)
Châteu de Chaumont
August 18, 2016 in France ⋅ ⛅ 23 °C
Amboise
August 18, 2016 in France ⋅ ⛅ 23 °C
One of the last castles on our route today. So many of them! And all are really magnificant. We did stop for a short walk to the city center and buy some macaroons 😊
Chenonceaux, France
August 18, 2016 in France ⋅ ⛅ 23 °C
Our final stop couldn't be better. Castle on the river, I mean c'mon, who would've thought of anything like that! (actually it was womens and not kings request for once) Stunning view on the end ofRead more
Week #3
August 19, 2016 in France ⋅ ⛅ 24 °C
Time goes by so fast! We are already on half of our roadtrip(still, a lot of places to see though)! Liglet gave us stunning sunsets, field views and relaxed times by the lake. There's no better way toRead more
Le Buisson-de-Cadouin, France
August 19, 2016 in France ⋅ ☁️ 27 °C
Southward! We are on the move again. Taking two days to get to our next exchange. We just couldnt miss the part of rivers castles and old stone bridges. First stop was a small village of Cadouin withRead more
The river castle route
August 19, 2016 in France ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
River + stone bridge = a castle on the rock overlooking both. Just breathtaking. Around every bend there is one. If you are ever in this part of France rent a canoo and just go for it. Now look atRead more
La Roque-Gageac, France
August 19, 2016 in France ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
Now this is straight from a medival book or for us gaming fans from an epic RPG game. Houses in the rocks like eagles nests looking on a river bellow where small trading ships are docking in the smallRead more
Lacave
August 19, 2016 in France ⋅ ⛅ 25 °C
Our stop for the night. In front of a cave. Now me hungry.
Carennac, France
August 20, 2016 in France ⋅ 🌧 16 °C
We woke up into a cloudy morning. It also got quite cool. A perfect day for driving around :). After we waved goodbye to Lacave we drove to our first stop in Carennac. A very pretty village, a numberRead more
Rocamadour
August 20, 2016 in France ⋅ ☁️ 16 °C
The most important christian site in France (just after Mont St. Michel) and just as spectacular. Monastery is carved into a cliff with a castle overlooking it and the village. Not as much people asRead more
Le Cele
August 20, 2016 in France ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
Part of the day took us by the river Cele. On one side of the road there is a river and the other wall of stone and inside them houses or even a castle here and there. Our plan was to visit a caveRead more
Saint-Cirq-Lapopie, France
August 20, 2016 in France ⋅ ☁️ 21 °C
One of the oldest villages in France fully restored and spectacular. It is situated on a large cliff 100m above the valley below. Also in the offical club of prettiest french villages. It just amazesRead more
Penne, France
August 20, 2016 in France ⋅ ☀️ 19 °C
Another charming village and our last stop before Albi. There is again a castle (ruins this time) on the edge of the cliff backed by a cozy village with narrow streets and many cats 😻 Lovely.
Albi
August 20, 2016 in France ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
We are spending the night in Albi. This is a larger town that is known for a majestic cathedral and a big massive stone bridge over the river Tarn. You can almost smell Spain from here or maybe thatRead more
Driving to Provance
August 21, 2016 in France ⋅ 🌬 20 °C
We took a longer drive but avoided the highway to get some spectacular scenic views. A great driving road if you are into that kind of thing this is one of the roads to be on.
Montpellier, France
August 21, 2016 in France ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
This was our lunch stop. We loved the city center felt like Paris beside the sea. We took a quick look around and we were off.
Home exchange, house #5
August 21, 2016 in France ⋅ 🌙 20 °C
Wow, what an entrance! This property is realy majestic from the moment you enter the driveway. We were stunned. Old stoned house once belonged to the farm, big and wealthy we presume, as it didRead more
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To je bila mami :)