The Auvergne, land of volcanoes, is also a region rich in history. From the Middle Ages onwards, its rugged terrain, fertile valleys and trade routes gave rise to a multitude of fortresses designed to protect territories, watch over passages and assert the power of lords. Today, this memory is being rediscovered thanks to La Route historique […]
Did you know that the city of Bruges was one of the most dynamic cities in Europe in the Middle Ages? It was in this flourishing city that Flemish painting developed, thanks to renowned artists such as Jan Van Eyck, Hans Memling and Gerard David. Even today, some of their finest works can be seen in the very […]
Halfway between Lille and Ghent, Kortrijk is one of Belgium’s little-known treasures worth visiting. Far from the tourist hustle and bustle of Bruges or Brussels, this Flemish town combines medieval heritage, cultural modernity and a gentle way of life. What to do in Kortrijk What are the must-see sights in the city, and how to best […]
