Marais Poitevin

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

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Classified as a Grand Site de France, the ‘Green Venice’ is a large area of marshland that is a haven

Coulon

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At the heart of the Marais Poitevin, also known as the Venise Verte (“Green Venice”), Coulon is an atmospheric village

France to ban smoking on beaches as part of 'anti-tobacco' plan November 28, 2023
The French government has unveiled its new anti-smoking plan, which includes banning smoking on beaches and outside schools and hiking the price of cigarettes.
'The threat is real' - The worrying growth of violent far-right activism in France November 28, 2023
After violent clashes involving extreme right and neo-Nazi groups following the killing of a teenage boy, we examine the worrying growth of the 'ultra right' in France.
French Expression of the Day: Se croire le premier moutardier du pape November 28, 2023
This French expression might come up in your place of work, depending on the egos present.
France seeks to ban far-right groups after weekend violence November 28, 2023
France's interior minister said on Tuesday he would ask for three right-wing extremist groups to be dissolved following violent demonstrations over the weekend.
Paris to hike Metro prices during Olympic Games November 28, 2023
A ticket on the Paris metro will cost almost double its current amount during the 2024 Olympic Games.
French serial killer's widow on trial over decades-old murders November 28, 2023
The widow of a French serial killer known as the "ogre of the Ardennes" goes on trial from Tuesday over her role in three murders dating back several decades, including the killing of a British woman whose body was found in a river in 1990.
Lost in the metro? Paris translation app aims to help visitors November 27, 2023
The Paris metro has launched an instant translation app ahead of next year's Olympic Games to help hapless foreign visitors navigate the French capital's urban transport system.
How did the French end up with their 'crazy' numbers? November 27, 2023
Once you get above 69 things get a little complicated in France - we look at how France ended up with its bizarre numbering system, and why it will never change.
10 things that make a traditional French Christmas dinner November 27, 2023
From seafood banquets to traditional desserts, via the best things to drink and snack on, here's how to create a traditional French Christmas dinner.
Calendar: What is happening with France's Immigration bill? November 27, 2023
France's controversial immigration bill is at the beginning of what one MP predicts will be 'rock and roll' debates in parliament - here's what will happen next and when (if ever) the bill becomes law.
What would change under France's new immigration bill for foreigners in France? November 27, 2023
Headlines on France's new immigration bill have mostly focused on the political implications or headline-grabbing measures like expelling radicalised Islamists - but the bill does contain things that may affect the life of foreigners living in France.
Paris mayor to stop using 'global sewer' Twitter November 27, 2023
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo said on Monday she was quitting Elon Musk's social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, which she described as a "global sewer" and a tool to disrupt democracy.
Climate change gets in the way of French oyster culture November 27, 2023
Rising sea temperatures due to climate change are forcing oyster farmers in France's southwest to take a break from summer maturation, traditionally a key step in the production process.
French government urges calm after teen's killing November 27, 2023
The French government urged calm on Monday after the killing of a teenage boy at a village dance party earlier this month was followed up with violent demonstrations by the extreme right.
French Expression of the Day: Chant du cygne November 27, 2023
This French expression is useful for more than just birdwatching.
Where will it snow in France this week? November 27, 2023
The cold snap has arrived in France and snow is forecast in the north and north-east of the country.
French tabacs will be able to sell hunting ammunition November 27, 2023
France's interior ministry has announced that tabac shops - after obtaining a special certification - will be able to sell ammunition to hunters.
How to drink your coffee in the French style November 27, 2023
France has many unwritten rules for coffee drinking - here is how you can be aware of them (and then ignore them if you want).
What changes in France in December 2023 November 27, 2023
From tax deadlines and a controversial immigration bill to Christmas bonuses and festivals, here's what changes in France in December 2023.
Six pupils go on trial over 2020 murder of French schoolteacher November 27, 2023
Six teenagers go on trial in Paris on Monday for their role in the 2020 beheading of teacher Samuel Paty, the first of two trials in a case that horrified France.