Travel Travel to europe What to do in Bruges ? 10 must-see visits If you are looking for a city that is easily accessible, full of charm and capable of taking you back in time, then Bruges is THE city to visit. Set in the 16th century, this Belgian city gives the impression of walking in another era. With a great cultural program and many charming addresses, Bruges […] July 19, 2021July 20, 2021
Travel Travel to france Visit Saint-Etienne: 5 must-do activities A few kilometers from Lyon and only three hours by train from Paris, Saint-Etienne (France) is a city that lends itself particularly well to a city break. For a weekend or a few days, discover this former industrial city which has chosen culture to find a new dynamism. Between its numerous museums, its theaters or […] July 9, 2021July 20, 2021
Travel Travel to france Chatou and its surroundings: a green escape at the gates of Paris At the gates of Paris, the surroundings of Chatou have long charmed Parisians in search of greenery and calm. As early as the 19th century, the impressionists immortalised moments of joy and relaxation here: Renoir, Monet and Vlaminck created some of their most beautiful paintings here. Even today, Chatou offers the promise of a complete […] June 22, 2021June 22, 2021
Travel Travel to france A slow roadtrip in the French department of Eure, from Evreux to Bec Hellouin The French department Eure is a perfect destination for a breath of fresh air just outside Paris. Easily accessible by train, it allows you to enjoy a green getaway while discovering historical and heritage treasures. In this travel guide, I am not offering you an exhaustive vision of the Eure, but rather a “slow” route […] June 14, 2021June 15, 2021
Travel Travel to france From Camille Claudel to Napoleon: a journey in the Aube region in the footsteps of the famous figures What if you went on holiday in the Aube region in France? There is no risk of getting bored there: between the town of Troyes and its typical timber-framed houses, the champagne cellars and the numerous outdoor activities, there is no shortage of things to do! But it is another facet of the Aube that […] May 28, 2021May 28, 2021
Travel Travel to france Saint-Germain-en-Laye: a cultural getaway at the gates of Paris Less than half an hour from Paris, the town of Saint-Germain-en-Laye is like the 21st arrondissement of the french capital! With its castle, its forest, its numerous shops and several cultural places, it is a particularly pleasant town for a short break. Did you know that it has the largest archaeological museum in Europe, that […] May 6, 2021May 6, 2021
The Arc de Triomphe wrapped: Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s dream come true It took almost 60 years for Christo and Jeanne-Claude‘s dream of wrapping the Arc de Triomphe to become concrete. Imagined in 1961, “L’Arc de Triomphe wrapped” is no longer a project but a reality! Since September 18 and until October 3, 2021, the Arc de Triomphe can be observed entirely wrapped. A project imagined by […] September 20, 2021September 20, 2021
At La Seine Musicale, a happy hour to rediscover classical music We all love classical music: who hasn’t been moved by Vivaldi’s Four Seasons, Beethoven’s symphonies or Mozart’s requiem? The problem is that for many of us, this music is tainted with an elitist side and remains difficult to understand. To break down these prejudices and offer us a new look at these masterpieces, the Seine […] September 10, 2021September 10, 2021
The back-to-school playlist: 18 new tracks to discover After a short summer break, Culturez-vous playlists are back! In this new musical selection, find 18 tracks chosen among the latest releases. Find out in this playlist: Sufjan Stevens & Angelo De Augustine, Max Richter, KCIDY, Alexia Gredy, P.R2B, Rodrigo Amarante, Lola Le Lann, Niki Demiller, Clio, PalaisVert, Kids Return, April March & Olivia Jean, […] August 25, 2021August 25, 2021
The Conciergerie in Paris: the story of a palace turned prison It’s hard not to notice the long silhouette of the Conciergerie when walking along the banks of the Seine in Paris (France). With its medieval architecture, it is one of the most striking buildings in Paris. Former palace of the kings, then prison, then Palace of Justice, the Conciergerie has taken on many different roles […] July 27, 2021July 27, 2021
With the Triennial, Bruges celebrates contemporary art Every three years, the Bruges Triennial (Belgium) invites inhabitants and tourists to (re)discover the city through contemporary art and architecture. For the 2021 edition, to be discovered until October 24, 13 artists and architects have appropriated the historic heart of Bruges. Here is an overview of some of the works that await you. TraumA This […] July 20, 2021July 20, 2021
