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FIS Ski World Cup Slalom at Courchevel
The last time (and only other time) the World Cup landed in Courchevel was in 1979, when the men competed there last. Hence, the pre-Christmas ladies’ slalom in Courchevel (FRA) on 21st December marks the return of the FIS World Cup to Courchevel after almost 32 years. It was then that Ingemar Stenmark of Sweden […]
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December 2012 Famous Festival of Light in Lyon
This famous event is certainly one of the best of its type in Europe, and is a must-see if you anywhere near the beautiful city of Lyon at this time of year. An astonishing display of lighting effects on many key buildings and architecture around the city. Simply stunning! During this special event there are […]
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The Marvellous Men in their Flying Machines are back in the Roannais.
The 20th Roanne Meeting Aerien International 2012 is blessed with sunshine and clear blue skies for this spectacular event. We will all be gazing up to the skies once again to marvel at their heroic and intrepid aerial ballet and acrobatics. It is a simply amazing event – well worth a visit if you are […]
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Purefrancenow visits romantic Verona, and stunning Lake Garda.
As we have said before, the Roannais, here in central France, is exceptionally convenient for easy access to many different places of interest. A short plane ‘hop’ (45 minutes) from Lyon to Milan, and you are amongst the wonders of Italian culture, countryside, and cuisine. We love it! Pick up a little Fiat run-around and […]
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Happy Bastille Day!
On July 14th the French celebrate Bastille Day. This day marks the end of monarchy and the beginning of the French Revolution. Several factors led to the Revolution. France had the largest population in Europe and not nearly enough food to feed it. The wealthy and growing bourgeoisie (the middle-class, merchants and businessmen) were allowed […]
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Summer fun in Lyon.
Lyon is a lively city and, as you’d expect, hosts a number of festivals, cultural and sporting events, and fairs throughout the year. Look out for local magazines and guides, which regularly publish an up-to-date listing of forthcoming events in Lyon. The city’s tourist office is also a good source of information on things to […]
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Diamond Jubilee Celebrations in the Roannais!
Yes. We were definitely not going to be left out of the Queens Diamond Jubilee celebrations here in France, so Purefrancenow invited some of our close French friends to enjoy the festivities with us in true British style! A little bizarre you may think for the French to celebrate with us, but as we enjoy […]
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Sensational Château Bouthéon near Saint Etienne, Rhône-Alpes.
A short drive from the Roannais enroute to Saint Etienne in the region of the Rhône-Alpes there is a stunning château. Of course, France is full of beautiful château’s of different architectural styles and merits, both large and small. Château Bouthéon is a particularly fine example of well-preserved history, beautifully landscaped gardens, and collection of […]
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Winter Wonderland at Le Cuvage in the Roannais.
During the recent snowy period in France ‘Le Cuvage’ has looked like a winter wonderland. ‘ Le Cuvage’ is one of the best holiday rental opportunities in the Roannais, Rhône-Alpes, and a French winter break with some safe family ski-ing here is ideal. You can get the best of many worlds, with top quality French […]
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Food Glorious Food at the Roanne Table Ouverte – October 2011
‘Roanne Table Ouverte’ – 9th Festival of Gastronomy in the Roannais region, during October 2011. (Literally ‘open table’ – a welcome to all the public to enjoy some of the best restaurants in the region) The gastronomic jewel of Roanne and the Roannais! It is an opportunity and a pleasure for all the restaurants, producers, […]