Explore · Julie Whitmarsh · Villages Towns and Cities The Legend of Roussillon – a tale of illicit love and a tragic end! November 15, 2017Yesterday morning I cycled up to Roussillon for the weekly market and to sit on the wall enjoying the view and the vivid colours of the Ochre cliffs that define the village. When I arrived it was lovely & quiet and I popped into the boulangerie to buy breakfast, where I ended up chatting to …Continue Reading
Cheryl Shufflebotham · Markets in Provence and Cote d'Azur · Taste These Scenes From the Bonnieux Market Will Make You Want to Visit July 26, 2017It’s always exciting to wander into a French market with the hustle and bustle and the thrill of discovery awaiting. From the beautiful fruit and vegetable stands to the local honey to the fromage to the wine to the soaps and linens, market day is a must. See the original Cobblestones and Vineyards article for Cheryl’s …Continue Reading
Explore · Julie Whitmarsh · Stay Fit Beyond the Veloroute – cycle to Simiane La Rotonde August 3, 2016Contributor blog post by Vaucluse Dreamer: I have to admit to being rather tired last night. Yesterday’s cycle took us onto one of the roads that turns left just before the end of the Veloroute du Calavon and it felt as if we spent most of our time going up hill. …Continue reading here for Julie’s …Continue Reading
Cheryl Shufflebotham · Explore · Villages Towns and Cities Lourmarin The Most Romantic Village of the Luberon January 31, 2017Here’s a tip! When your husband asks if you would like to be dropped off in the village of Lourmarin for the day, you just say “Yes!” You don’t question it. You just go. You won’t be disappointed. Read the original Cobblestones and Vineyards article for Cheryl’s photos of Lourmarin a village she describes as …Continue Reading