Tag: france
Pont-en-Royans
We stepped outside the Drôme for a day to have a look at the quirky little village of Pont-en-Royans.
Bec Pointu
It might not be especially high, but the summit of the Bec Pointu is pretty tough to reach.
Vassieux-en-Vercors
As 1944 arrived in the Vercors, along with the cold winds and frosty temperatures, there was also tension in the air.
Grand Veymont
A day hike to climb the highest mountain in the Vercors chain, the Grand Veymont at 2,341 metres.
Romeyer and Die
A few thoughts on our first night at Romeyer in the Diois, in the shadow of the Vercors plateau.
Dijon
Capital of Burgundy and seat of the illustrious Ducs de Bourgogne, Dijon is packed with history and culture.
Elsewhere on MikePadgett.com …
Sierra Maestra in concert
Perhaps they were jetlagged: a muted performance from a highly praised Cuban outfit.
- Originally published: 29 Jul 2007 in Concerts
Kika
Hair-brained, frivolous and fun. But also incredibly violent.
- Originally published: 27 Sep 2007 in Film
Romeyer and Die
A few thoughts on our first night at Romeyer in the Diois, in the shadow of the Vercors plateau.
- Originally published: 8 Jul 2010 in Europe
Noir de Dottignies
3/5. Hops, figs, licorice and a nice sourness. Not as powerful as other notables but a solid brew all the same.
- Originally published: 1 Jan 2010 in Beer
Southport and the Peaks
A visit to the west coast: the last time I was in Southport was probably 1993.
- Originally published: 24 Sep 2006 in UK
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