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Palais Idéal in France - a palace built by the postman Cheval

Writer: Helena Bergström

If you're a fan of unusual sights, don't miss the Palais Idéal in France. This building stands out from everything else we've seen, and the story behind it is fascinating. The entire monument was built by one man: the postman Ferdinand Cheval.

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Things to do in Beaune - 15 tips for the wine capital of Burgundy

Writer: Helena Bergström

What to see and do in Beaune? This French city is often described as the capital of Burgundy wines. So there's a lot to do with wine here! Plus, you can experience historic sights, charming alleyways and great food.

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Things to do in Dijon - 16 tips for the mustard city in Burgundy

Writer: Helena Bergström

Updated August 2026 | What to see and do in Dijon? This French city is primarily known for its fantastic Dijon mustard. The city is located in the heart of the Burgundy wine region and also offers beautiful historic buildings.

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Travelling by motorhome in France - everything you need to know

Writer: Helena Bergström

What is it like travelling by motorhome in France? We've travelled here several times, and now we're back for another long trip. If you're curious about taking your motorhome to France, but maybe you're not used to it, we'll answer any questions you might have!

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Biarritz and Guéthary - beach life on the west coast of France

Writer: Kristina Isacson

My journey starts in the beautiful city of Pau early in the morning while the streets are still empty and the air fresh and clear. I'll take the train for an hour to the coast and Biarritz, the ancient little town where European royalty holidayed at the beginning of the last century. Here you can still feel the wings of history and the castle-like pink grand hotel that rises at the seaside shows the former glory of the place.

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Kitchen French - all those French terms in the kitchen

Writer: Helena Bergström

Today we're talking about cooking French! The French language contains lots of words about food and cooking, and many of the words we also use in Swedish - either as they are or in a Swedishised version. Join us on a tasty language journey!

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Visiting La Couvertoirade in France - a fortified knightly town

Writer: Helena Bergström

We highly recommend visiting La Couvertoirade in France, if you are driving in the neighbourhood. This well-preserved fortified town was once owned by the Knights Templar, and is now a popular destination filled with charming little restaurants and shops. Coming here is like stepping straight into the Middle Ages!

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Millau Bridge in France - Europe's highest bridge

Writer: Helena Bergström

Millaubron in France, or Millau Viaduct as it is called in French, is Europe's highest bridge. When built, it was the world's highest road bridge in terms of overall structural height, and the tallest of the pylons measures an impressive 343 metres.

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Visiting the Gorges du Tarn in France - a scenic canyon

Writer: Helena Bergström

Visiting the Gorges du Tarn in France is simply amazing. This canyon, which encloses the Tarn River, is magically beautiful. If you like nature and great views - this is heaven!

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Shopping in French supermarkets - our experiences

Writer: Helena Bergström

What is it like to shop in French supermarkets? One thing we really enjoy when travelling is browsing in grocery stores. When travelling by motorhome, we cook most of our meals in the car, which means we are constantly buying groceries. Here we share our experiences of food shopping in France.

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