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DISCOVER THE RICH HISTORY AND TREASURES OF BEAUVAIS

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There are many treasures to discover in Beauvais, most notably its Cathedral–Cathédrale Saint-Pierre–which is one of the most outstanding Gothic cathedrals in the country.  Built around 1247, its vast height is breathtaking at over 46m, making…
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THE MAGNIFICENT FORTIFIED CITY OF CARCASSONNE

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The spectacular fortress of Carcassonne is regarded as the best-preserved medieval fortress in Europe, and according to many experts, the world, and has been the inspiration for countless castles that have been invented in fairy tales.  Carcasso…
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MEAUX – A REWARDING DAY TRIP FROM PARIS

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Just 54 kms N.E. of the centre of Paris lies the ancient town of Meaux.  The journey from Paris Gare de l’Est (Line P) is around 25-40 mins, depending on what train you take.  You can use your Navigo Pass to get there by train as it’s within Zon…
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METZ – BEAUTIFUL CAPITAL OF THE LORRAINE REGION

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The graceful capital of the Lorraine, the historic city of Metz lies barely 60 kms north of Nancy in the north east of France, and less than a 2 hour drive across to the German border.  Sitting astride the confluence of the Moselle and Seille ri…
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