On the Coast at Fouras

The Final Blog

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May 27th 2010
After leaving Niort, we headed out to the Atlantic coast through the Marais Poitevin to visit La Rochelle again. The Marais is a huge area of reclaimed marsh land and with the weather picked up and the sun shining, the Marais’s picturesque canals and villages made for a very interesting stopoff. Having previously unsuccessfully navigated La Rochelle a couple of years ago, this time on appro ... read more

Europe » France

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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