Metz, 3000 year old city by the Moselle
Her location at the confluence of the rivers Moselle and Seille has attracted settlers to Metz as early as 3,000 years ago. I visited the capital of Lorraine region in early summer. My Couchsurfing host Eric proofed not only a great
Three years
It is not the first thing you will learn about me when we meet. It is not the first thing you will learn when I talk about travelling Africa. It is not even the first thing I will mention when
Tips For Finding Grape Picking Jobs During France’s Wine Harvest Season
This October I got the opportunity to work for almost two weeks in a grape picking job in the stunning Loire Valley in Central France. It's an experience I can recommend to anyone (fit enough to do a few dozen
Château de Minière, a complete wine experience – Grape picking in France
I spent most of October in the Loire Valley. This region in central France is known above all for two things: its magnificent castles and its wines. Though I did find some time to explore the former, I had come
Walking Home, Week 23 and a Day: Getting there
Day 155 - Bordeaux At the moment sightseeing in Bordeaux is the least of my concerns. The city is only a train ride from Biarritz. I may come back for a few days when it's done. At the moment I have
Walking Home, week 22: Wisdom
Day 148 - to La Rochelle With a heavy heart I say goodbye to Sophie and Oléron. La Rochelle, or more specifically, Biarritz and the end of my march are awaiting me. We use the morning to explore the citadel and
Haute Saintonge (Regional Newspaper)
I had almost reached the Atlantic in Royan when I stayed on the campsite Des Acacias outside Clion. Upon hearing about my travels the owner suggested I talk to Jacqui, a reporter for the local newspaper Haute Saintonge. My first
Walking Home, week 21: Because, la mer
Day 141 - to Aubeterre-sur-Dronne Another night in which I have hardly slept. The damp cold has spread throughout my body. From up the river drums and bass could be heard all night. A metal club I presume. Paul, who shares a
Walking Home, week 20: One lucky couchsurfer
Day 134 - Rocamadour Thanks to the busy road next door the night was noisy. There is no way I will stay here another night. I pack and say goodbye to Alix. The Belgian couple in the camper next door agrees
Walking Home, week 19: I’m a pilgrim, godamnit!
See, what I did there in the title? This week my spirits hit an all time low when I hit the Way of Saint James and expect bliss. Day 127 - to Clergoux In the morning I pack up my stuff, eat