The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela is the jewel in the crown. But there are other epic things to see on the French Way when hiking the Camino de Santiago. Like the stained glass windows in the Leon Cathedral, the Iron Cross and the heady La Rioja vineyards.
France
Imagine sipping velvety Bordeaux in shadowed vineyards, marveling at the twinkling lights of the Eiffel Tower and meandering through the lavender fields of Provence. C’est bon, right?
Say hello to France! It’s the most visited country in Europe. And for good reason…
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Bicycling on river cruises is all the rage! After our Scenic cruise with e-bikes, we sussed out the best cycling cruises. Some ocean cruises have bicycles now too.
Our “Scenic Gem” Seine River cruise through Normandy? Delightful! Castles, gardens, artist studios and museums – explored from a Scenic “space ship” with cool sun-room balconies.
Bicycle along the Seine River to the village of Villequier, and you reach the Victor Hugo Museum. It celebrates the life, loves and work of the famous French author.
Near Paris, the Chateau de Chantilly is a fairytale wonder; it’s also home to one of France’s finest collections of classical paintings. Beats Versailles in some ways!