Connelles

Zurich to Connelles

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April 11th 2009
Made it in time to the airport, even though our shuttle bus driver slept in. Thankfully a phone call from the hotel got him up. A quick one hour in the air, and it was goodbye to a busy week in Switzerland and welcome to the slower pace of the French countryside. Picked up our car from Paris airport and drove to Connelles, 90 km north on the banks of the Seine. A delightful spot in a very quiet ar ... read more

Europe » France » Upper Normandy

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more