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Thursday, July 29th, 2010July in the Roannais was a very hot and sunny time this year, and there was plenty of fun to be had, too. Especially with the yearly ‘Fun Car’ event in Perreux. ‘Petrol head’ excitement amongst the roaring engines, grating gears, diesel fumes and smoke! All part of the spectacular day on a farm in [...]
‘Striptease’ at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Lyon, Rhône-Alpes
Friday, May 28th, 2010The artist Ben Vautier, known simply as ‘Ben’ has a fascinating, eclectic exhibition of his life’s work here at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Lyon. This special exhibition on 3 floors runs from March 3rd to July 11th 2010. It is an impressive collection of his text-based paintings, dadaist sculptures and large installations. Well [...]
Summer is on its way at Le Cuvage in the Roannais!
Tuesday, May 4th, 2010Yes, we can all start looking forward to some more holiday fun in the Roannais. ‘Le Cuvage’, its wooded gardens, and heated swimming pool are already looking good. The magnolia, lilac, and wisteria are all in full bloom, and filling the air with their flowery scents. Even the swimming pool has awoken from its winter [...]
The Magnificent Hunting Lodge in the Roannais! by Brian Franklin
Tuesday, April 6th, 2010Yes, we’re back once more at ‘La Loge’ – a magnificent hunting lodge with all its vast lakes and woodland. An absolute paradise for creatures great and small! For the last year, or more, this countryside wonderland has lived and prospered without a visit from us, and we have certainly missed its wild embrace. But [...]
Tourism Show at Scarabée in Roanne, Roannais
Thursday, March 4th, 2010The annual ‘Salon du Tourisme’ in Roanne is back again this March in the heart of the beautiful Roannais. Staged at the new, impressive Scarabee event centre, this special show is a great opportunity for different businesses from around the Roannais, and nearby regions, to present their products and services. This 3-day show with over [...]
New Art Show at Ceysson Gallery, Saint Etienne, Rhône-Alpes
Wednesday, January 27th, 2010An excellent new art show, featuring the work of some of the best Artists in France is now in progress at the Bernard Ceysson Gallery in Saint Etienne, Rhône-Alpes. Jean Villevieille – Multiples December 09, 2009 – March 06, 2010 Artists : Atelier Jean Villevieille Claude Viallat, Patrick Saytour, . Ivan Messac, Robert Janitz, Daniel [...]
Le Cuvage in the snow, Roannais, Rhône-Alpes!
Monday, January 25th, 2010During the recent snowy period in France ‘Le Cuvage’ has looked like a winter wonderland. ‘Le Cuvage’ is one of the best holiday rental opportunities in the Roannais, Rhône-Alpes, and a French winter break with some safe family ski-ing here is ideal. You can get the best of many worlds, with top quality French restaurants [...]
Fantastic Lyon in Lights!
Tuesday, December 8th, 2009This December Lyon’s Féte des Lumiéres is once again a stunning display of creativity, originality and history. Developed over the years from the 19th century when on one particular night people commemorated the Virgin Mary by lighting candles in their windows. The modern four-day event sees millions throng the streets to see marvellously illuminated buildings [...]
Land and Property Opportunity in the Rhône-Alpes!
Monday, November 23rd, 2009A particularly unique opportunity has recently become available in the Rhône-Alpes. Just 3 plots of land, situated in the beautiful region of the Côte Roannais in the Monts de la Madeleine, are now available for purchase and private development. Situated close to the traditional village of Noës in the Rhone-Alpes this a rare chance to [...]
Incredible Water Mill for Holiday Rental in the Roannais, Rhône-Alpes
Saturday, November 14th, 2009A new, and unique summer holiday rental opportunity is now available for 2010, here on our Purefrancenow website – dedicated to the promotion of the Roannais, Rhône-Alpes. ‘Le Moulin’, is an immensely attractive, converted Water Mill. A detached, private property. Very tastefully restored, with some of the original mill machinery still featured to reflect the [...]
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