Join Us in France Travel Podcast
Society & Culture:Places & Travel
Today Annie Sargent talks with Brian Revel about a trip he took in France with his father on the theme of the Napoleon Route.
The Villages on the Napoleon RouteThis route takes visitors from the Mediterranean all the way to Grenoble in the Alps. It is spectacular because the landscapes are ever changing and often breathtaking.
The big hits are the village of Castellane in the Verdon, Tauleanne, Senez and Barrême, Chabrieres, Sisteron, Gap and all the way up the Rhone.
And since it's all tied to the steps of a fallen Emperor making his way back up to Paris to reclaim what he saw as his rightful place makes it a wonderful story.
Accommodations Recommended in this EpisodeLa Maison du Bois Doré B&B in Montagnac-Montpezat
For a Deeper Dive into the Napoleon RouteDes Racines et des Ailes brief summary of the Napoleon Route on YouTube (in French).
The authentic way to retrace the steps of Napoleon is to walk it. This is the walking path between Castellae and Sisteron called GR 406.
You'd rather ride or drive it? Look for la Route des Grandes Alpes between Lac Léman in Switzerland and Nice.
You get the idea, there are many ways to do this!
Bastille Day in ParisBrian spent Bastille Day in Paris and shares tips on where to stand to watch the parade. It is also quite different in Paris than in other parts of France.
Baron Haussmann and the Transformation of Paris, Episode 437
Four Days in Strasbourg, Episode 436
Free in Paris: Uncovering Hidden Gems on a Budget
Weekend road trip in Southern France: A Tale of Three Walled Cities, Ep 434
Get Ready for the Rugby World Cup 2023 in France! Episode 433
Visiting the Loire Valley Without a Car, Episode 432
Visit Strasbourg at Christmas Time or Any Time!
Attending Roland-Garros, Episode 430
Coming Up in Paris in 2023, Episode 429
All Aboard the French Train System!
Huguenot Heritage in France, Episode 427
African Americans in Paris, Episode 426
Vauban Fortifications in France, Episode 425
A Dream Trip to France Becomes a Reality, Episode 424
Dog Poop and Other Problems Suffered in France, Episode 423
Going Back to Paris as a Family, Episode 422
Rookie Mistakes Visitors Make in France, Episode 421
A Jewish Perspective on Paris, Episode 420
Lavaur in Occitanie, Episode 419
First Visit to France as a Solo Traveler, Episode 418
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