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.
Acquiring a Golden Visa, Episode 377
12 Days Solo in Paris, Episode 376
Get Ready to Visit Dijon, France! Episode 375
A Leisurely Trip Through France, Episode 374
A Brief History of French Porcelain, Episode 373
Cruise and Pilgrimage on the Seine River
The Paris Bookseller, Episode 371
Best Gallo-Roman Sites in France, Episode 370
The Best of Périgueux, France
How to enjoy the best of Christmas in Paris, Episode 368
What happened during the Terror? Episode 367
Misconceptions about the French Revolution, Episode 366
Josephine Baker enters the Pantheon in Paris, Episode 365
A Month in France on a Budget, Episode 364
Lafayette, the Hermione and the Arsenal of Rochefort, Episode 363
Retracing the Steps of a WW1 soldier, Episode 362
Anniversary in Paris and Provence, Episode 361
16 Differences Between a Traveler and a Tourist, Episode 360
The Martyred Village of Oradour-sur-Glane, Episode 359
First Time in Paris Trip Report, Episode 358
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