Oratoire Carolingien de Germigny-des-Pres

The was consecrated in 806 and is one of the oldest churches in France. It was erected by Theodulfe and was originally a church surrounded by a villa. It was classified as a historical monument in 1840 (yes, 1840).

Day 10 - Les Chateaux de la Loire

August 4th 2016
Today was another road trip day. It actually rained for the better part of the drive but it stopped right as we were arriving at our first stop of the day! This was a town called Orleans and it was very quaint. The centre had a merry-go-round with two levels and a statue of Jeanne d'Arc. We ate lunch right in the centre and three of us enjoyed mussels which are in season at the moment. They were d ... read more

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