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Vous avez envie de vous dégourdir les jambes ? Aujourd'hui, nous retrouvons Rabab. Elle nous raconte une belle journée qu'elle a passée au parc Pastré, avec sa soeur et son chien Oscar. C'est parti pour une balade dans un lieu très connu et apprécié des Marseillais (et des touristes), aux portes des calanques !

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Bonjour à tous. Alors du coup, je vous ai fait un petit montage vidéo, sur une sortie (1) qu'on a effectuée avec ma sœur et mon chien, parce que du coup, j'ai un malinois (2) qui a trois ans et demi, bientôt quatre ans en octobre. Et on l'a ramené (3) au parc Pastré. Le parc Pastré, c'est un grand parc à Marseille, il compte 112 hectares. Il y a... En fait, c'est plein d'espaces verts (4) : on peut avoir un parc pour chiens, on peut avoir un parc pour enfants, un centre équestre (5) où il y a plein de chevaux, mais également un très grand espace pour faire de la randonnée. Et donc du coup, nous, on a ramené notre chien là-bas parce qu' on savait qu'il allait y avoir des chiens. Donc comme ça, il allait bien profiter (6) .

Et aussi, on en a profité (7) pour faire une petite randonnée, parce que ça faisait longtemps qu'on n'en avait pas fait, et qu'on voulait en faire une. Et du coup, j'ai pris énormément de (8) photos. On pouvait voir du haut des... enfin, des sommets (9)... c'était pas forcément des sommets, mais du haut des collines, pardon... énormément de paysages, enfin, on pouvait voir Marseille, tout Marseille vraiment, un beau ciel bleu, parce qu'il faisait très beau ce jour-là d'ailleurs. Et après, il y a eu énormément de mistral (10) les jours d'après. Mais ce jour-là, il faisait très, très beau, c'était vraiment magnifique. C'était vraiment une très belle sortie. De plus, on a rencontré plein de nouvelles personnes. Et on a même vu un lac... enfin, un étang.

Et moi, je connaissais ce parc parce que j'étais déjà allée quand j'étais un peu plus jeune, avec l'école et tout ça, et j'avais vraiment beaucoup aimé. Et du coup, vraiment, ce qui m'a plu, c'était vraiment, même les fois précédentes, l'étang, parce que du coup, on pense pas quand on arrive dans ce parc, qu'il y a un étang alors qu'en fait, justement, il y en a un et donc du coup, ça change un petit peu parce qu'en fait, on a l'aspect terre, mer et eau, quand on va dans ce parc. De plus, ça permet de nous ressourcer (11), on est loin de tout, on oublie tout et on profite vraiment du moment présent. Et mon chien aussi, il était très content. Après, il est rentré à la maison et il a dormi directement (12), il était très fatigué.

Et voilà, je voulais vraiment partager ce moment avec vous parce qu'on vous montre un peu, à travers nos vidéos, nos passions, ou même ce qu'on aime bien faire, ou ce que nos parents aiment bien faire. Du coup, moi, je voulais vraiment vous montrer un moment, un souvenir, quoi.
J'espère que cette vidéo, elle vous plaira (ou qu'elle vous a plu vu qu'on est arrivé au terme (13) de cette vidéo). Et bonne journée à vous.

Des explications:

1. une sortie : une promenade, une balade. On dit qu'on fait une sortie.

2. un malinois : c'est le nom d'une race de chiens.

3. on l'a ramené : normalement, il faut dire : on l'a amené / on l'a emmené. Ramener signifie plutôt amener de nouveau, ou ramener à la maison par exemple.

4. les espaces verts : des espaces naturels, les parcs et les jardins dans une ville

5. un centre équestre : un lieu avec des chevaux, où on peut pratiquer l'équitation, c'est-à-dire apprendre à monter à cheval, faire des balades à cheval

6. bien profiter : bien s'amuser

7. en profiter pour faire quelque chose : saisir une occasion de faire quelque chose

8. énormément de : vraiment beaucoup de...

9. un sommet : le haut d'une montagne, d'une colline

10. le mistral : c'est le nom du vent du nord qui souffle à Marseille et dans la vallée du Rhône. Il peut être très froid en hiver et souffler fort. En été, il fait malheureusement baisser la température de la mer ! D'un autre côté, c'est souvent lui qui nous permet d'avoir un magnifique ciel bleu puisqu'il chasse tous les nuages.

11. se ressourcer : retrouver de l'énergie (physique et mentale), combattre le stress, la fatigue

12. directement : ici, cela signifie tout de suite, immédiatement

13. arriver au terme de quelque chose : arriver à la fin, au bout de quelque chose

Juste l'enregistrement : Pour en savoir plus sur le parc Pastré
Et là, vous pouvez découvrir le centre équestre dont a parlé Rabab.

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Vous avez envie de vous dégourdir les jambes ? Aujourd'hui, nous retrouvons Rabab. Elle nous raconte une belle journée qu'elle a passée au parc Pastré, avec sa soeur et son chien Oscar. C'est parti pour une balade dans un lieu très connu et apprécié des Marseillais (et des touristes), aux portes des calanques !

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Learn how Carnival is Celebrated in France
Le Carnaval = Carnival
KS2/3 French Practice:
Video,Online Quiz + Worksheet

On + Verbs in the 3rd person
On = One, you, we, it ... ( On is impersonal)

Verbs

préparer - on prépare
We prepare

défiler - on défile
We parade

chanter - on chante
We sing

marcher - on marche
We walk

retourner - on retourne
We return

brûler - on brûle
We burn

oublier - on oublie
We forget

se déguiser - on se déguise
We get dressed up, put on fancy dress

How/Where is carnival is celebrated in France?
How do children celebrate carnival at school?

Le Carnaval

is celebrated all over France.
French nursery schools(écoles maternelles) organise carnival processions and festivities for the children, and there are big city and town celebrations too.
Internationally famous French carnivals include:
Nice, Albi, Douarnenez, Annecy ...

Carnival season begins on 6th January (Epiphany) and ends on Shrove Tuesday, the day before Lent:
Mardi Gras = Shrove Tuesday
Le Carême = Lent

Gras = Fat
Mardi Gras = Fat Tuesday ...
A good name because it is Pancake Day and time for a feast before many still try to give up favourite treats for 40 days until Easter Sunday.
Mardi Gras = Shrove Tuesday = Pancake Day
= A pancake

Carnival Celebrations in Schools:
Le Carnaval is a time when children, parents and teachers get involved in making costumes, preparing a feast, organising a procession(un défilé) for all the children, and then returning to burn Monsieur Carnaval before feasting on crêpes and other treats.

What/Who is Monsieur Carnaval?

Monsieur Carnaval is a figure that is made and then burnt to help people to move on from winter, bad behaviour and negative thought, and so look forward to Spring and better times.
Sometimes children write down the negative things that they are going to try not to do or think anymore, and these notes are burnt alongside Monsieur Carnaval.

Video
Printable Worksheet - Le Carnaval
Online Quiz

This quiz is also available on its own separate page here:
Online Quiz

Video Transcript

Que fait-on?
On fait un Monsieur Carnaval.
On prépare la fête.
On se déguise.
On défile dans les rues.
On chante. On fait du bruit.
On marche beaucoup.
On retourne à l'école.
On fait la fête!
On mange des crêpes!
Et Monsieur Carnaval?
On brûle Monsieur Carnaval.
On brûle Monsieur Carnaval avec toutes nos mauvaises pensées.
On oublie l'hiver.
Le printemps arrive!

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INTRODUCTION

You are on school trip in Paris. You have lost your group. Try to solve the clues to find your teacher's phone number and get reunited.

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You remember that after the Louvre, your class was going

You might find them there...

You are looking for clues. Match the types of films and TV programmes. Pay attention, in the quiz, you will get a clue and find out where to look in the cinema.

Read carefully the newspaper. You will find the first 2 numbers to contact your teacher.
You are now walking through Paris. Feeling lonely but excited by all the monunents you see. You are wondering when you will get reunited with your friends. Only once you have your clue, go the correct monument.
Match each monument to the correct picture. It will reveal a clue.
Go to the correct monument, you may find your next clue. 1- Make a note of your second clue and keep it safe. You think that your class may have gone shopping so you head to Paris' most famous department store : Les Galeries Lafayette! What a beautiful Shop! Unfortunately you can't see your teacher or your friends, but there are some nice clothes you decide to try on. Where is the fitting room? Let's try things on! You are trying things on, look out for clues.
Only once you have your clue return to the café.

Il n'y a rien ici essaie encore.
There is nothing here, try again.
Suddenly you remember you have an old aunt who lives in Paris.

Take the 3rd street on the left.

Il n'y a rien ici essaie encore.
There is nothing here, try again.
Here it is, enter the house...

Where is your aunt? In which room?

Only when you finish the game, choose the room that was not mentioned in the game?

Where is your aunt? In which room?

Only when you finish the game, choose the room that was not mentioned in the game?

Elle n'est pas là, essaie encore.
She isn't here, try again.
Do you have your teacher's mobile number? Call your teacher now to get reunited as soon as possible!
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Europe draws in millions of tourists from around the world each year thanks to its vibrant culture, delicious food, friendly people and a myriad of famous European landmarks to visit.

This is especially true in the summer months and even for warmer destinations in Europe during the winter. According to the World Tourism Organization, a record number of over 700 million tourists visited Europe in 2019.

France itself manages to attract over 70 million tourists every year, which makes it one of the most-visited countries in the world. This is due to the many famous landmarks in France that there are to visit.

Even though this might seem like a large figure, plans are being made by the French government to increase the number of visitors to 100 million. From this, you might be wondering, what makes France so unique? Well, there are several reasons why tourists love France so much!

The country is proud of its long history, ranging from the French Revolution to the two world wars. As such, there are loads of historic sites dotted around the country to explore. France has 39 sites included on the Unesco World Heritage Site list!

To learn what some of these sites, attractions and monuments are, I have put together this list of the most famous French landmarks that you should consider adding to your France itinerary when you are planning your trip to the country.

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30 Famous French Landmarks

1. Sacré-Cœur, Paris

2. Jardin du Luxembourg, Paris

3. Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, Paris

4. Centre Pompidou, Paris

5. Place de la Concorde, Paris

6. Jardin des Tuileries, Paris

7. Arc de Triomphe, Paris

8. Eiffel Tower, Paris

9. Jardins du Trocadero, Paris

10. Louvre Museum, Paris

11. Musée du Quai Branly, Paris

12. Jardin des Plantes, Paris

13. Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, Paris

14. Parc de La Villette, Paris

15. Grévin Museum, Paris

16. Bois de Boulogne, Paris

17. Sainte-Chapelle, Paris

18. Musée d'Orsay, Paris

19. Champs-Élysées, Paris

20. Grand Palais, Paris

21. Musée des civilisations de l'Europe et de la Méditerranée (MuCEM), Marseille

22. Château Royal d'Amboise, Amboise

23. Astérix Park, Plailly

24. La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière, Lyon

25. Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, Maincy

26. Pont d'Avignon, Avignon

27. Puy du Fou, Les Epesses

28. Futuroscope, Chasseneuil-du-Poitou

29. Château de Chenonceau, Chenonceaux

30. Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Chartres, Chartres

France Landmarks Map

Using the map of France, you can explore all the landmarks.

Sacré-Cœur, Paris

Sacré-Cœur, or the "Sacred Heart" Basilica in English, is one of the most famous landmarks in France and a must for your Paris bucket list. Located in Paris on top of Montmartre hill, this landmark attracts thousands of visitors every year.

The Basilica is one of the city's most iconic and historic structures and is highly popular with tourists. As such, it is a must-see on your four days in Paris itinerary.

Sacré-Cœur is a modern Catholic church and is often compared to the revered Notre Dame Cathedral because they were both opened after World War I. Paul Abadie, a French architect, started construction of the Sacré-Cœur Basilica in 1875.

The architect also constructed the renowned Notre Dame Cathedral. It is rather unfortunate that he did not live to see the completion of his project since he died in 1884.

The construction of the Basilica was completed in 1914 but was consecrated in 1919. The view from the Sacré-Cœur over Paris is one of the reasons why it is a must-visit destination. Visiting the Basilica gives you a memorable experience in Paris.

Jardin du Luxembourg, Paris

Luxembourg Gardens is undoubtedly one of the most popular gardens in Paris. Many tourists visit the Luxembourg Gardens because it is full of life and beauty.

The famous gardens of Paris were created by Marie de' Medici, the widow of King Henry IV of France, in 1612. She created the gardens when she decided to move out of the Louvre Palace into the Luxembourg Palace.

Because the gardens were built in different stages at different times, they contain various styles of gardens. You can spend your day in your favourite garden if you want to relax and enjoy the serene environment.

You can also have fun by participating in a variety of outdoor activities held at the gardens. If you feel like exploring, you can try visiting the Luxembourg Museum, which can be found in the north-west corner of the park.

Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, Paris

Centre Pompidou, Paris

Place de la Concorde, Paris

The Place de la Concorde is the largest public square in Paris and the second largest in France. It is actually an octagon-shaped landmark that connects many famous landmarks of the city.

For example, it connects Champs-Elysées to Eglise de la Madeleine and the Tuileries Garden. Originally named as Place Louis XV, the public square was designed and constructed between 1757 and 1779.

The square was renovated between 1836 and 1840, whereby a giant 3000-year-old Egyptian obelisk was placed in the centre. The Khedive of Egypt offered the Obelisk from Luxor at that time.

There are several attractions for you to look at once you visit Place de la Concorde. You can check out the sculptures and fountains, and the obelisk, of course.

Jardin des Tuileries, Paris

Tuileries Garden was a name that was derived from the tile factory that used to be on the same land. Queen Catherine de Medici built it with the Palais des Tuileries in 1564. The garden covers a ground area of over 22 hectares and stretches to the Louvre, so visiting this landmark is easily accessible from the museum.

Tuileries Garden is also the perfect spot for you to relax and have a good time after the Louvre Museum. You can stroll around and explore the garden, viewing the sculptures inside. The park has a Ferris wheel that provides a unique view of Paris as well.

Arc de Triomphe, Paris

Just like many famous monuments in France today, construction of Arc de Triomphe was ordered by Napoleon I. Jean-François Chalgrin was the architect in charge of the monument's design, and he got his inspiration from the Arch of Titus that was built in Rome in 81 AD.

The architect made sure that his arch would be more massive, having a measurement of 49.5 metres in height, 45 metres in length, and 22 metres in width. The arch was not completed until 1836, meaning Napoleon I did not live to see the completion of it.

It is no surprise that the Arc de Triomphe is one of the most visited historical places in France. Looking at Paris from the top of this landmark is one way of viewing the beautiful capital city of France. You can also go for a walk around the base of the arch if you are not willing to pay to climb the monument to the top.

Eiffel Tower, Paris

Jardins du Trocadero, Paris

Louvre Museum, Paris

Musée du Quai Branly, Paris

Jardin des Plantes, Paris

Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, Paris

Parc de La Villette, Paris

Grévin Museum, Paris

Named after Alfred Grévin, a caricaturist, Grévin Museum was founded in 1882. The museum is known to be one of the oldest wax museums in Europe. It has over 450 wax figures on exhibition and more are added every year. I recommend visiting the Grévin Museum if you want to visit unconventional tourist sites in Paris.

The museum contains wax figures of French historical figures as well as modern characters we know today. Some of the wax figures you can easily recognise are Micheal Jackson, Bradd Pitt, Kylian Mbappe, Leonardo DaVinci, and Auguste Rodin.

Grévin Museum is a friendly place for kids who are wanting to learn about some of the famous personalities represented in wax form. You are allowed to pose and take pictures with the figures to mark your experience.

Bois de Boulogne, Paris

Bois de Boulogne is an open park that was developed in the 19th century after Napoleon III, the ruler at that time, ordered for the facilities of Paris to be upgraded.

Bois de Boulogne combines with Bois de Vincennes to form the "lungs of Paris". It is the second-largest park in Paris after Bois de Vincennes, estimated to be twice as big as New York's Central Park.

You can easily go for a quick stroll around the park or have a picnic here. If you love boat rides, then you're in luck. The park has two lakes on-site which offer boat rides from either side of the park, eventually meeting at the artificially-made Grande Cascade waterfall.

Sainte-Chapelle, Paris

Musée d'Orsay, Paris

Musée d'Orsay, although not as popular as the Louvre Museum, attracts more than 3 million visitors annually. It was built back in 1900 for the Universal Exhibition as a train station, but it was converted into a museum in 1979 by three architects. When you enter the museum, you will see that it still maintains the look of a train station.

If you are a fan of French impressionism, the fifth floor of the museum is the best section of the building for you to check out. The most attractive and appealing part of the museum is the art collection inside gathered from 1848 to 1914.

Champs-Élysées, Paris

Champs-Élysées is one of the most visited and beautiful avenues in the world, known for its stunning tree-lined sidewalks.

Built and completed in the 17th century, the avenue links Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe and has undergone frequent changes since then. The ground size of the avenue measures to about 2 kilometres from end to end.

Champs-Élysées caters to all your cravings when it comes to having fun and staying entertained. With numerous cinemas located on the avenue, you can easily relax and watch a movie with your family.

There are many theatre auditoriums for you to visit if you are also looking for a theatre experience while you are visiting Paris. It is home to several landmarks for you to explore as well, examples being the Arc de Triomphe and Jardins des Champs-Élysées.

Grand Palais, Paris

Built mainly for the Exposition Universelle held in 1900, Grand Palais can easily be recognised because of its large glass dome.

The famous monument was constructed with steel, stone, and glass and was declared a historical monument in the year 2000.

Grand Palais is comprised of 3 major sites, which are the National Galleries, the Nave, and the Palais de la Découverte. The National Galleries is where art exhibitions are held, and the Palais de la Découverte is the science discovery museum.

With these features, the Grand Palais attracts about 2 million people every year. As of today, the Grand Palais showcases a large number of art exhibitions, including the hosting of events like Fashion Week and the annual Paris Photo exhibition.

Musée des civilisations de l'Europe et de la Méditerranée (MuCEM), Marseille

Château Royal d'Amboise, Amboise

Astérix Park, Plailly

La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière, Lyon

Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, Maincy

Pont d'Avignon, Avignon

Pont d'Avignon, or The Saint Benezet Bridge, was constructed between 1177 and 1185. It is one of the historical landmarks in France, attracting more than 500,000 visitors annually.

Declared as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the bridge was originally the only link between the river of Lyon and the sea. Today, only four arches of the bridge remain from the original number of 22 connecting Avignon with Villeneuve lez Avignon.

A dangerous flood destroyed the missing 18 arches of the bridge during the 17th century. Tourists can visit the Chapel of Saint Nicholas, located on the second arch of the historic bridge. You can also check out the Tour Philippe-le-Bel when at Pont d'Avignon in the city of Avignon.

Puy du Fou, Les Epesses

Futuroscope, Chasseneuil-du-Poitou

Château de Chenonceau, Chenonceaux

Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Chartres, Chartres

In Summary

France is a country with many tourist attractions for you to explore. From the list of landmarks provided, you will notice that most of them are in and around Paris.

If you are fortunate and your destination is Paris, you should consider adding some of the above destinations to your French itinerary. I hope this list of top landmarks in France will help you plan your visit to France!

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French Landmarks: 30 Must-See Famous Landmarks in France

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Much more than just Paris, France has a number of unbelievably beautiful cities that are waiting to be explored. History abounds throughout the land, and cathedrals, castles, culture and refined cuisine combine to entice you on a journey of discovery of all things French.

With such a wealth of wonderful sights on offer, the best cities in France are simply a joy to visit. So, what are you waiting for? Bienvenue and happy travels!

Map of cities in France

Formerly a capital to the Dukes of Burgundy, Dijon flourished in the 14th and 15th centuries, as the city sponsored the arts and sciences. As such, the old city center is lovely to walk around due to its delightful sculptures and architecture, with the cathedral being particularly resplendent. While it is not enormous, Dijon is definitely worth stopping by for a couple of days, as it is one of the best-looking French cities.

The largest city in the north of France, Lille was formerly a merchant city that owes its wealth to the fact that it lies between Flanders and Paris. Nowadays, it has a lovely city center and vibrant cultural sector, with numerous museums that are worth checking out.

With a lively university community, some great places to go shopping and a thriving nightlife, Lille is a dynamic city with a lot going on. For a glimpse of some of the beautiful Flemish and French architecture on offer, head to the Grand´place, La Vielle Bourse or the winding streets of the old town.

The fourth largest city in the country, Toulouse is a lively place, in part thanks to its huge university community. With bustling markets, a vibrant music scene and a penchant for the alternative, there are different sides to Toulouse - the old town remains a peaceful and picturesque place to wander around.

Nicknamed ´the Pink City´ due to its rose-colored buildings, a lovely way to see Toulouse is to go on a boat trip along the Canal du Midi or Garonne River that frame the center.

The city where Joan of Arc was burned at the stake is a pleasant contrast to this violent event, and a picturesque place to wander around. The old town is full of restored medieval buildings constructed from wattle and daub.

Situated on the banks of the Seine, one sight stands alone when it comes to visiting Rouen: that of the majestic cathedral that dominates the center. Dating all the way back to the 4th century it encompasses an eclectic mix of architectural styles - inspiring Monet to create over thirty paintings of it.

Located on the lovely Mediterranean island of Corsica, Ajaccio - its capital city - is worth stopping by, even if only to use it as a base from which to explore the beautiful landscapes surrounding it.

The old town itself has some nice streets to wander around, while the harbor surrounding it conjures up images of the Cote d´Azur. Famed as the birthplace of Napoleon, Ajaccio is pleasant enough to visit without setting the world alight.

Nicknamed the ´White City,´ due to its limestone edifices that are so beautifully illuminated at night, La Rochelle is a charming place to visit. Once an important seaport in centuries gone by, the old port, historic center and picturesque waterfront are reason enough to visit La Rochelle. With a huge marina at Port des Minimes, and sandy beaches in the vicinity, it´s a nice laidback place to spend some time.

Situated in the Alsace region, Colmar´s proximity to Germany has meant that it has changed hands numerous times between the two nations over the course of its history. Tourists flock to the city for its stunning old town that so perfectly combines weaving cobblestone alleys with delightful canals, and the distinctive houses that line its streets.

Churches and museums are dotted around the place, and the Isenheim Altarpiece is particularly impressive to behold. As it is in the wine region, take the time to sample some of the best wines that Colmar has to offer.

Located in the north of the Alps, Annecy´s proximity to Geneva, along with its historic city center, make it a popular day-trip among tourists. Also known as the ´Venice of Savoie´, quaint canals crisscross Annecy and weave their way between its ancient buildings.

Lying on the shores of Lake Annecy, the city´s surroundings are stunning, and visitors can hike, bike or swim in the nearby natural attractions. With a 14th century castle located in the center, it´s a picturesque and memorable place to visit, though it can get a bit too crowded in summer.

Famous for the popes that set up shop in the city after fleeing Rome in the 14th century, Avignon was the capital of the Catholic Church for a period during the Middle Ages. The colossal palace that the popes built is impressive for its size and Gothic architecture, while the ramparts, towers and gates that line the old town are also fantastic to view.

The old part of the city is beautifully enclosed by the River Rhone that snakes its way around it. A great time to visit is during the art festival in July, though you will have to battle your way through the crowds at this popular destination.

Formerly a playground for the rich and famous, this seaside resort now attracts families, surfers and sun-worshippers alike. Situated in the Pyrenees-Atlantiques, Biarritz´s town center lies on the Bay of Biscay, and is famed for its beautiful coast and excellent beaches, which are its main attraction. While the town is not the most picturesque to look at, its great location right next to the water more than makes up for that slight downfall.

Capital of Alsace, Strasbourg has a stunning historical center and occupies a strategic setting on the west bank of the Rhone. Consequently, it has been fought over by France and Germany throughout its long history.

Now, however, the glassy European Union buildings glitter in the sun and, along with the teeming student body, help to give a modern air to this ancient city. The gothic cathedral is simply stunning to behold, as is the delightful La Petite France that is home to the old part of town.

See also: Top Strasbourg Attractions

Situated on the banks of the Loire, Nantes´ long and tumultuous history has seen the city constantly reinvent itself. As such, it has numerous sites from different epochs that entice visitors to its shores.

As the historic capital of Brittany, Nantes´ old medieval center, with its cathedral and castle, is enchanting to explore. In recent years, it has developed a thriving student body that gives the city its energetic vibe. An incredible and unique attraction to visit is the Machines de l´Ile - a fantastical and futuristic exhibition of giant mechanical animals.

France´s second city is a diverse melting pot of people and cultures that all call Marseille their home. Traditionally thought of as grimy and a bit run-down, this bustling port city has undergone something of a renaissance in recent years, though its primary attractions remain the same.

The old harbor, for instance, is a magical setting from which to watch fishermen returning to shore with their catch. It is the heart of Marseille, and you´ll really get a feel for the city here. The oldest neighborhood, Le Panier, is definitely worth checking out, as is the stunning Notre Dame de Major cathedral that overlooks the sea.

Accommodation: Where to Stay in Marseille

See also: Top Marseille Attractions

Lyon, the third largest city in the country, is located where the Rhone and Saone Rivers join. Its strategic location has enabled it to attract merchants and industries to the city ever since it was founded by the Romans in 43 BC.

An orderly and sophisticated place, renaissance buildings dot its streets. Lyon seamlessly mixes the new with the old, with a rich cultural heritage that encompasses gastronomic delights and fine architecture. Lyon Cathedral is one of the most impressive sights, and the old town is lovely to walk around. Make sure to try some of the sumptuous cuisine before you continue on your way.

Accommodation: Where to Stay in Lyon

See also: Top Lyon Attractions

Straddling the banks of the Garonne River, Bordeaux is a large city with a lot to offer. Its impressive old town is delightful to walk around, and the architecture on show is ravishing. Surrounding Place de la Bourse, you can find 18th century mansions rubbing shoulders with decadent palaces, as well as a number of great art museums.

With a modern feel to it, Bordeaux has a thriving university community. In recent years, a number of vintage shops have sprung up. For a great walk, head to Les Quais and gaze out over the waters of the river - at night, the view of the city lights from the Napoleonic-era Pont de Pierre is magical. Home to some of the best wines in the world, make sure to give them a taste before you head off.

Accommodation: Where to Stay in Bordeaux

See also: Top Bordeaux Attractions

Located on the French Riviera, or Cote d´Azur, as it is known in French, Nice is constantly bathed in sunshine. As the fifth largest city in France, it has a vibrant mix of cultures. Because it is a port city, Nice has a gritty side to it, which contrasts with its Italian inspired architecture and the medieval streets of the old town.

Walking along the famous Promenade des Anglais and gazing out over the turquoise waters is simply heavenly. For a great view of the city and the shimmering Mediterranean Sea below, head to the Colline du Chateau. A charming place to spend some time, Nice has something for everyone, as it combines city life with a beautiful setting.

Accommodation: Where to Stay in Nice

See also: Top Nice Attractions

With some of the most recognizable buildings and monuments in the world, Paris is a must-see city to visit, with a never-ending array of things to see and do. Situated on the banks of La Seine, the elegant and stylish capital of France is a romantic place, with lovely boulevards, beautiful buildings, and sights like the Eiffel Tower and gleaming Sacre-Coeur rising towards the heavens. Renowned for its cuisine, Paris has a plethora of restaurants to choose from - watch out though, it is very easy to spend a lot of money in a short amount of time.

From the stunning art collections at the Louvre to the eerie catacombs beneath the streets and the breath taking Notre-Dame Cathedral, you could spend a lifetime getting to know all of Paris´ wonderful sights.

See also: Top Paris Attractions

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10 Top Attractions and Landmarks in France you definitely should know!

Here on this page you will find 10 famous France attractions and landmarks in France with fascinating information - actually this not only for kids but for all who want to know more about France and famous landmarks.

France is among the most popular tourist countries in the world and the country to learn about European history, revolutionary ideas and the French revolution. There are so many famous monuments, buildings and castles in France, but these top 10 landmarks should be recognised by everyone!

10 Attractions in France everybody should know

1. Eiffel Tower in Paris

The Eiffel Tower (in French: la tour d'Eiffel) is one of the landmarks most people can easily link to France. The metal construction stands in the city centre of Paris and was built in 1889 as a centerpiece for the World's Fair. It was meant to be there only for the exhibition, but it still is the main attraction in France's capital city.

2. France Attractions:
Versailles

The ch â teau or castle on the outskirts of Paris was built as a hunting lodge for Louis XIII in 1624 but later transformed into a massive palace and the seat of power for the French kings. After the French Revolution when the royal family was forced to move out of the castle, the palace fell into disrepair. The palace has been largely restored and today visiting heads of foreign states are welcomed at the ch â teau's Hall of Mirrors.

3. Arc de Triumph

The famous Arc de Triomphe stands in the centre of the French capital Paris at the Place Charles de Gaulle (also known as Place de l'Etoile). It is a triumphal arch that honours the French who fought during the wars. The names of 588 French generals are listed on the inside of the walls, as do a list of battles during the Napoleonic wars. The French monument was built between 1806 and 1836.

4. France Attractions:
Mont St Michel

This French landmark is a tiny island located in a small bay off the northwestern coast of France. The island which is only cut off during high tide, is accessible by foot via a bridge since 2014. On top of the rocky island stands an impressive abbey which was built and expanded over several centuries after Benedictine monks settled there already in 966 AD. Today only about 40 people live in the small village around the parish church and the abbey.

5. France Attractions:
Lavender Fiels in the Provence

The lavender fields in southern France are popular with many visitors when the bright purple fragrant lavender blossoms from late June to early August. The smell is truly amazing! When in the region, make sure to visit the Lavender Museum on a typical lavender farm and learn how lavender is harvested or which products can be made from the beautiful flowers. Have you ever eaten lavender cheese or lavender infused vanilla cream? So yummy!

6. Loire Valley Castles

There are more than 300 ch â teaux (castles) in the Loire Valley. 42 of them are listed as UNESCO world heritage sites. The first castles were built as fortifications in the 10th century and over the many centuries more splendid and highly decorated castles were built alongside the river to serve as homes for the French kings. The Loire river is the longest river in France with over 1,000km/624miles in length.

7. France Attractions:
Mont Blanc and the French Alps

The French Alps are situated in the southeastern parts of France and border the Swiss and Italian Alps. Western Europe's highest mountain peak is the Mont Blanc with 4,810m/15,780ft which stands on the border to Italy - The Italians call the mountain Monte Bianco! The French Alps are popular for winter sports and were site of various winter Olympics (1924, 1968, 1992).

8. Pont d'Avignon

The famous bridge in Avignon is built on the river Rhone, which is second longest but deepest river in France. Avignon was in the medieval ages home to the pope and the papal palace is one of the main attractions in the town. The bridge across the river only has some arches still intact, as the parts of the bridge were swept away during a big flood in the 17th century. Still the bridge remains a main landmark and is also a UNESCO world heritage site. Do you know the song 'Sur le post d'Avignon'? This is one of the most popular children songs in France. Listen to the tunes and read the translations here.

9. Montmartre and Sacre Coeur

Sacre Coeur (meaning 'holy heart') is the famous cathedral in Montmartre, the artists' quarters of Paris. The enormous church stands on a hill near the centre of the city and can be reached via steps or a funicular railway.

10. France Attractions:
Le Louvre

The Louvre museum in Paris is the largest museum in the world and houses more than 35,000 works of art such as paintings, sculpture, drawing and archeological objects! The palace which was built as a fortress in the 12th century open its doors as a museum first in 1793. In 1988, a glass pyramid was built in the courtyard over the main entrance and an underground lobby. The famous painting of Mona Lisa (also called 'La Joconde' in French or 'La Gioconda' in Italian) by Leonardo da Vinci is exhibited in the Louvre.

France Landmarks: References

'100 Great Cities of the World'. AA Publishing 2005

'100 Great Wonders of the World'. AA Publishing 2007

Image Credits on France Landmarks: Shutterstock.com, wikicommons and own images
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Bienvenue dans la maison hantée

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Princess Mathilde is imprisoned in the house... Will you save her?

La Princesse Mathilde est prisonnière dans la maison... Pourras-tu la sauver?

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a. un fauteuilb. des rideauxc. une fenêtre

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a. un fauteuilb. un placardc. un tapis

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Search the room for letters A, B, C, D to find out the 4-digit code for the safe. Once you have the code, click on the safe to open it. REMEMBER THE CODE.

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Prends la potion magique jaune!

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" Mon mari a tiré une dinde à trois kilomètres de distance... " dit une riche dame.
" Mon fils est si intelligent qu'il enseigne à ses professeurs ! " dit un homme riche.
" Mon chat est si rusé qu'il rapporte les balles, comme un chien ! " dit une autre riche dame.

Translate?

"My husband shot a turkey from three kilometers away ..." said a rich lady.
"My son is so smart that he teaches his teachers!" said a rich man.
"My cat is so clever that he fetches (brings back) balls, like a dog!" said another rich lady.

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And all the rich people nodded and smiled:
"Oh yes," they said. "That's wonderful."

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Suddenly a loud voice echoed in the back of the room:
"SHE CAN TURN HAY INTO GOLD?"
It was the king! Everyone bowed and gasped (had their breath cut) as he approached the hat maker.

Translate?

"DID YOU SAY THAT SHE CAN TURN HAY INTO GOLD?"
"Ummm... well... what I meant was that... errr... yes?" stammered the hat maker.

" AMENEZ-LA-MOI ! " beugla le roi. Il se précipita hors de la salle.
" Oh seigneur ", pensa le chapelier. " Qu'est ce que je vais faire ? "

Translate?

"BRING HER TO ME!" the king bellowed. He stormed (rushed) out of the room.
"Oh lord," thought the hat maker. "What have I done?"

Le lendemain matin, le chapelier amena sa fille, Sophie, dans une petite pièce du palais.
Sophie était très confuse.
" Pourquoi suis-je ici ?"

Translate?

The next morning, the hat maker brought his daughter, Sophie, to a small room in the palace.
Sophie was very confused.
"Why am I here?"

Translate?

Sophie gasped. (Lit: "had her breath cut")
"Oh and one more thing," said the king. "If you fail, I will feed your father to my crocodiles. I HATE liars..."‍

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Everyone left. Sophie was alone.
"Oh my God," thought Sophie. "What am I going to do now?"

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Night fell. Sophie was angry.
"This is ridiculous!" she fumed. "I can't change hay into gold! That's impossible!"

" As-tu besoin d'aide, ma chère? " dit le petit homme.
" Je dois changer ce foin en or ", soupira Sophie. " C'est ridicule ! C'est impossible! "

Translate?

"Do you need help, my dear?" said the little man.
"I must change this hay into gold," sighed Sophie. "It's ridiculous! It's impossible!"

" Oh, c'est possible ", dit le petit homme. " Je peux le faire pour toi... "
" Oui ! S'il vous plaît aidez-moi ! " supplia Sophie.

Translate?

Le petit homme sortit deux aiguilles à tricoter de sa poche. Il commença à tricoter des vêtements avec le foin.
En passant entre ses aiguilles, le foin se changeait en un beau fil d'or.

Translate?

The little man took two knitting needles out of his pocket. He began to knit clothes with the hay. As it passed between his needles, the hay turned into a beautiful gold thread.

" Ce collier de diamants ? " suggéra Sophie.
" Parfait ", dit l'homme. " Il me faut un collier de diamants. "
Sophie donna son collier à l'homme. Il dit " Maa haa haa " et disparut.

Translate?

"This diamond necklace?" suggested Sophie.
"Perfect," said the man. "I need a diamond necklace."
Sophie gave her necklace to the man. He said "Maa haa haa" and disappeared.

Translate?

Sophie's father stuck his head through the door (looked into the room). "I told you! My daughter is amazing. Her mother was the same-"
"STOP LYING!" yelled the king. "Sophie, come with me please..."

Le roi mena Sophie vers une autre pièce. A l'intérieur de la pièce il y avait dix bottes de foin.

Translate?

The king led Sophie to another room. Inside the room there were ten bundles of hay.

Translate?

"If you did it once, you can do it again," said the king. "It must be done by tomorrow morning. And this time I'm locking the door!"

Translate?

This time, Sophie knew what to do.
She looked around the room. She looked behind the curtains. She looked on top of the shelves.
"Little man? Little man? Are you here?"

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" Et maintenant, qu'est-ce que tu as pour moi ? " demanda le petit homme.
" Cette bague de rubis ? " suggéra Sophie.

Translate?

"And now, what do you have for me?" asked the little man.
"This ruby ring?" suggested Sophie.

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When the king opened the door the next morning, he could not believe what he saw.
"HOW DID YOU DO THIS?" he shouted. "TELL ME! NOW!"

Sophie haussa les épaules. " J'ai appris à tricoter l'hiver dernier... "
Le roi mena Sophie dans une autre pièce du palais. La pièce était entièrement remplie de foin, du plancher au plafond.

Translate?

Sophie shrugged. "I learned to knit last winter..."
The king led Sophie to another room in the palace. The room was completely filled with hay, floor to ceiling.

Translate?

Encore une fois, Sophie savait quoi faire.
Elle regarda partout dans la pièce. Elle regarda sous la table. Elle regarda dans l'armoire.
" Petit homme ? Petit homme ? " murmura-t-elle. " Où es-tu ? "

Translate?

Once again, Sophie knew what to do.
She looked around the room. She looked under the table. She looked in the closet.
"Little man? Little man?" she whispered. "Where are you?"

Elle regarda encore et encore, mais le petit homme n'était pas là.
Sophie s'assit et pleura. Elle sombra vite dans un profond sommeil.

Translate?

She looked and looked (again and again) but the little man was not there. Sophie sat down and cried. She sank quickly into a deep sleep.

Lorsqu'elle se réveilla, elle ne pouvait pas en croire ses yeux. Chaque brindille de foin avait disparu et il y avait un ENORME tas de vêtements en or sur le plancher. Le petit homme était assis au sommet du tas.

Translate?

When she woke up, she could not believe her eyes. Every bundle of hay was gone and there was a HUGE pile of gold clothes on the floor. The little man was sitting on top of the pile.

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"This sapphire bracelet?" said Sophie.
"No, I don't need a bracelet..." said the little man.

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Sophie se mit en colère. " Je n'ai rien d'autre à te donner ! " dit-elle.
" Hmmm, je sais ce que je veux ", dit le petit homme. " Dans de nombreuses années, tu me donneras ton premier né. "

Translate?

Sophie became angry. "I have nothing else to give you!" she said.
"Hmmm, I know what I want," said the little man. "In many years you will give me your firstborn."

" QUOI ? NON ! " cria Sophie.
" ...Ou je dirai au roi que tu es une menteuse ! " chuchota le petit homme.
Sophie n'avait pas d'autre choix. Elle accepta l'offre du petit homme.

Translate?

"WHAT? NO!" cried Sophie.
"Or I will tell the king that you're a liar!" whispered the little man.
Sophie had no other choice. She accepted the little man's deal.

" Tu es vraiment merveilleuse ", dit-il à Sophie. " Tu peux partir. Mais peut-être, un jour, pourras-tu m'apprendre à tricoter aussi ? "
Sophie accepta. Elle s'enfuit du palais aussi vite qu'elle le put.

Translate?

Dix années passèrent. Sophie devint une femme intelligente et accomplie. Elle épousa un homme bon. Ils eurent un petit garçon.

Translate?

Ten years passed. Sophie grew into (became) an intelligent and accomplished woman.She married a good man. They had a little boy.

Translate?

" NON ! TU NE PEUX PAS LE PRENDRE ! " hurla Sophie. Elle serra le bébé contre sa poitrine. Elle pleura encore et encore.

Translate?

"NO! YOU CAN'T HAVE HIM!" screamed Sophie. She hugged the baby against her chest. She cried and cried (again and again).

" Nous avions un accord, ma chère ", dit le petit homme. " Mais je vais te faire une autre offre : Devine mon nom. Si tu dis mon nom, tu peux garder ton fils. Tu as trois jours. C'est d'accord ? "
Sophie pleura. " C'est d'accord. "

Translate?

La nuit suivante le petit homme revint et Sophie essaya tous les noms courants :
" Est-ce Stéphane ? "
" ...Non "
" Est-ce Bertrand ? "
" ...Non "
" Est-ce José? "
" ...Non "

Translate?

The next night the little man returned, and Sophie tried all the common names:
"Is it Stéphane?"
"...No."
"Is it Bertrand?"
"...No."
" Is it José?"
"...No."

La deuxième nuit, elle essaya quelques noms moins courants :
" Est-ce Barthélémy ? "
" ...Non "
" Est-ce Filibert ? "
" ...Non "
" Est-ce Ambroise ? "
" ...Non "

Translate?

The second night she tried a few less common names:
"Is it Barthélémy?"
"...No"
"Is it Filibert?"
"...No"
" Is it Ambroise?"
"...No"

Le troisième jour, Sophie était en panique. Elle alla se promener dans la forêt. Il se faisait déjà tard.

Translate?

The third day, Sophie was panicking (in panic). She went for a walk in the forest. It was already (getting) late.

" Tracassin ! Tracassin, mon amour ! Peux-tu venir ici ? " appela la femme. " J'ai besoin de ton aide pour tricoter ! "
Et devinez qui apparut à la porte ? C'était le petit homme !

Translate?

Translate?

That night, the little man came to see Sophie. The little man looked very happy.
"It's time, my dear," he said. "So, do you know my name?"

" Est-ce Trismégiste ? "
" ...Non "
" Est-ce Tractopelle ? "
" ...Non "
" Est-ce... Tracassin ? "

Translate?

"Is it Trismégiste?"
"...No"
"Is it Tractopelle? (backhoe loader / digger)"
"...No"
" Is it ... Tracassin?"
"...No"

Le visage du petit homme devint rouge de colère.
" AAAAAAHHHHHHHH ! "
Il hurla et cria et tapa des pieds. " Comment as-tu su mon nom ? COMMENT AS-TU SU MON NOM ? "

Translate?

The little man's face turned red with anger.
"ARRRRRRRRRRGH!"
He screamed and shouted and stomped his feet. "How did you know my name? HOW DID YOU KNOW MY NAME?!"

Translate?

Après ça, Sophie et sa famille vécurent heureux jusqu'à la fin des temps, comme dans les contes. Mais qu'arriva-t-il au petit homme ?

Translate?

After that, Sophie and her family lived happily ever after (happily until the end of time), like in the stories. But what happened to the little man?

Eh bien, regardez attentivement lorsque vous entendez des gens raconter de gros mensonges. Parce que les gros mensonges demandent toujours de gros paiements...

Translate?

Well, look closely when you hear people telling big lies. Because big lies always demand big payments...

Retold by Aletta with co-conspirators Bex and Miranda. Illustrated and animated by Aletta. Voiced by Jérôme. Translated by Lingwei and Jérôme. Music by Luke.

© 2018 - 2020 TheFableCottage.com

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Tracassin - Rumpelstiltskin in French (Audiobook + text)

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" Mon mari a tiré une dinde à trois kilomètres de distance... " dit une riche dame. " Mon fils est si intelligent qu'il enseigne à ses professeurs ! " dit un homme riche. " Mon chat est si rusé qu'il rapporte les balles, comme un chien !

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Entretien avec un vampire (Interview with a vampire)

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Entretien avec un vampire (Interview with a vampire)

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Entretien avec un vampire : French Reading practice - Kwiziq French

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An interactive French Reading exercise about Entretien avec un vampire with clickable translations and French quizzes. Check out this interview inspired by Anne Rice's novel to practice your French listening and reading comprehension.

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Fitness Master Class - Zumba avec Jessica Mellet

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Routine FITNESS Débutant 🏋🏼‍♀️ 20 MIN FULL BODY

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Un petit détour en Normandie dans les pas de Claude Monet, ça vous dit ? Le Musée des impressionnismes de Giverny prend la vague des autres musées et met en ligne ses collections le temps du confinement. Terre d'adoption de l'auteur des "Nymphéas", Giverny accueille également la Fondation Monet, qui n'est autre que la superbe maison de l'artiste lui-même, à découvrir de votre salon.

Une plongée fascinante au coeur de l'impressionnisme

Le nom " impressionnisme" vient du célèbre tableau de Claude Monet " Impression soleil levant" qui représente le port du Havre aux premières heures de la journée, réalisé uniquement à l'aide de petite touches de peintures imprécises. Pour les adhérents au mouvement, l'objectif n'est plus de reproduire un motif de façon naturaliste, mais de dépeindre une atmosphère, un instant fugitif. Si on assimile souvent l' impressionnisme à des artistes français comme Cézanne, Pissarro ou Degas, et des lieux comme Barbizon, le Havre ou Honfleur, le mouvement s'est exporté à l'étranger pour s'épanouir grâce aux pinceaux d'artistes espagnols, américains et même japonais !

Le Musée des impressionnismes a alors pour vocation de raconter l'histoire du courant qui a révolutionné la peinture au XIXe siècle : ses origines, son rayonnement géographique et son influence dans l'art moderne. Le musée offre une déambulation virtuelle sur Google Arts & Culture et vous fait découvrir une centaine d'oeuvres et de documents issus de sa riche collection. En prime, il est possible d'explorer les expositions passés, à savoir " Monet-Auburtin", " Hiramatsu-reiji à Giverny " et d'autres ensemble d'oeuvres époustouflantes.

Plus ludique, le Musée des impressionnismes lance également un site web surprenant qui permet de découvrir l'univers de 70 artistes du monde entier qui se sont imprégnés du mouvement ! La Galaxie des impressionnistes, dotée d'un graphisme stellaire inventif, nous plonge dans l'univers du courant pictural autour de treize thèmes comme " Les Nabis" ou "l' Aventure américaine". L'occasion de faire une pause culture et de partir en excursion à Giverny depuis chez soi. Qui sait, ça vous donnera peut-être envie d'y organiser une sortie une fois le confinement passé ! Pour entrer dans la galaxie, c'est par ici.

À lire également :
La fascinante collection du Van Gogh Museum est accessible en ligne
Visiter les plus beaux musées du monde sans bouger de son canapé
L'incroyable exposition du Grand Palais sur Pompéi débarque chez nous !

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Giverny : immersion virtuelle dans l'univers des impressionnistes !

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Milkshake à la fraise - Strawberry milkshake

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How about choosing your own toppings and finding out the French word for each one?

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Cooking in French - Le gratin de pommes de terre

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Have a go at practicing

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Interactive Map of France | French Cities, Regions & Departments

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This interactive map of France has 2 illustrated maps with information on key French cities and hot spots, and 2 normal maps with regions and departments.

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Why not have a French morning/day, eating French food, playing French games...

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French Music in French Cafe: Best of French Cafe Music (French Cafe Accordion Traditional Music)

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Could you find 3 fun facts about the Eiffel Tower?

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Trotro the donkey - a classic French children's cartoon. Put on subtitles then select auto-translate

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TROTRO - 👎Trotro ne veux pas prêter👎|NOUVELLE COMPILATION 2021|HD

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Monstre - couleurs

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Have fun

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An absolute classic of French children's literature - the cartoon is based on the famous comics by Belgian cartoonist Hergé. In French - you can select subtitles and auto-translate to English (the translation isn't great but it is enough to help you follow)

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Walk down a French street and learn some words for the things you will see

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Learn words for things in the kitchen in French

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Learn french vocabulary: inside the kitchen

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Old McDonald in French. What sounds do animals make in French?! Find out what a duck, sheep, pig, cow and cat say

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In French with English subtitles. See if you can hear all these phrases:
il est vieux (he is old)
trois jours (3 days)
il cuisine (it cooks)
votre grand-mère (your grandma)
elle boit du thé (she drinks tea)

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Tea Time - ESMA 2015 (English Subtitles)

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Il faut (you will need):
feuille cartonnée - white card
ciseaux - scissors
peinture noire - black paint
liquide vaiselle - some washing-up cure dent - toothpick / cocktail stick
pinceaux - paintbrush
craies grasses - wax crayons

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Animations vidéos pour les enfants de 3 à 11 ans

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This animation short is in English, there is not much dialogue but make sure to  change the subtitles to French!
Find out - what is the French for 'get lost!' ?!

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A 2 minute video - take a moment to relax with the soothing sound of French

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Spring Colours French Mindfulness Practice

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Traditional French songs and nursery rhymes recorded by A Green Mouse with lots of repetition, actions and English translations to help English-speaking children to join in and sing along.
Friendly pre-school and primary French listening and oral practice, available onSpotify, Apple Music, and Youtube.

Every song has its own page link with more information and an embedded video clip with words onscreen to follow and sing along to:
1. PROMENONS-NOUS DANS LES BOIS!
- Let's go for a walk in the woods!
This French children's song is very similar to 'What's the time, Mr Wolf' but the children ask the wolf what he is doing
Promenons-nous dans les bois

Who is the dog in the video? Click here to find out:

2. Une Souris Verte

- A Green Mouse
Classic song about a green mouse being caught by the tail:
Une souris verte

3. Meunier, tu dors!

- Miller, you are sleeping!
French lullaby about a miller not looking after his windmill. If it turns too fast, sparks could fly:
Meunier tu dors
4. Il était un petit navire

- There was once a little boat
Introduction to a gentle, 16th Century French song for children:
Il était un petit navire

5. Il Court le Furet

- The ferret runs

French children like to sing this song during games such as 'Pass the Parcel': Click here for more information, including instructions for the traditional French games which use 'Le Furet':
Il court le furet

The first verse of a French song about a donkey not feeling well.
The donkey has a headache:

7. POMME DE REINETTE:
Click here to meet more characters who aren't feeling well and learn how to tell a doctor what's wrong with you:
At the Doctor's in French

Enjoy this lemur trying to join in with the actions for this simple French counting rhyme:
Pomme de Reinette

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From the film Les Choristes about a school for wayward boys in the 1940s in France and the teacher who helped them sing...

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Little French House - learn how to make a typical French breakfast

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Little French House - learn how to make a typical French breakfast

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Cooking in French - Little French Breakfast

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Narration in French with easy-to-follow video

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Petites citrouilles à réaliser avec des bandes de papier et un cure-pipe. Les citrouilles sont à personnaliser avec de gros yeux collés comme des yeux mobiles ou des gommettes yeux.

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Bilingual (French and English) French Readers

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Bilingual (French and English) French Readers

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Lots of different things to read in French - all read out loud too. Click on any of the phrases to get an instant translation into English.

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Practice your French reading skills with our ever-growing collection of interactive reading content grouped by CEFR level and accompanied by detailed explanations and links further resources. These articles are presented to you using our Bilingual Reader: while reading the text you can click any phrase to see the English translation and related French grammar lessons. To further aid your reading comprehension, lessons can be bookmarked from the Reader and saved for practice later. Most of these features also include a video or audio file so that you can practice your listening comprension at the same time.

A1: Beginner French reading exercises

A Christmas Carol
Read and listen to this bilingual version of Charles Dickens's classic "A Christmas Carol," adapted and translated for beginning French students.

Cher journal
Learn to talk about daily routines while practicing your French listening and reading comprehension.

Entretien avec un vampire
Check out this interview inspired by Anne Rice's novel to practice your French listening and reading comprehension.

La Comptine des Vêtements
Practice your A1 French listening skills with a nursery rhyme about clothing.

Marie in France - A1 Reading and Listening
Work on your A1-level French reading and listening comprehension with this bilingual article - click any phrase to see the English translation as well as links to related French grammar lessons.

A2: Lower Intermediate French reading exercises

Belgium's Declaration of Independence
Practice listening and reading while learning about how Belgium proclaimed its independence.

Bonne fête des Mères !
One Sunday in May or June is designated Mother's Day in France, but why? Where does this annual maternal celebration come from?

Breton accent
Get an (exaggerated) idea about French as it's spoken in Bretagne in this humorous sketch by Les Inconnus (a famous French trio of humorists from the 90's).

Carte postale
Practice your French listening and reading comprehension with this postcard about Magalie's stay with her grandparents.

Dans les coulisses du Moulin Rouge
The Moulin Rouge is a world-famous revue in Paris. Take a look behind the scenes and sequins with this video report.

Hajj
One of the largest religious gatherings in the world is the annual Muslim pilgrimage, called Hajj, to Mecca. In addition to devotion, technology is beginning to play its part as well, as explained in this video.

Il y a un monstre sous mon lit !
Oh no, there's a monster under this little boy's bed! Listen to his conversation with his father, then scroll down for the bilingual reader.

Kwiziq French Film Fest
With the Cannes festival just around the corner, May is movie month at Kwiziq! For our first French film fest, we've written mini reviews of our favorite movies which you can read and/or listen to.

La chasse aux œufs
Join the hunt for Easter eggs with this French audio article.

La semaine des Martin
Article about a busy week of activities for the Martin family.

Le Festival du cinéma américain de Deauville
The seaside resort of Deauville, in Normandy, is home to an annual American movie festival.

Le Gendarme de Saint-Tropez - French Film Fest
Grzegab's review for the Kwiziq French Film Fest.

Le Salon du chocolat
Chocolate lovers and Francophiles rejoice: Paris's annual chocolate festival is just around the corner. Practice listening and reading with this sweet article.

Le TCF sur ordinateur
Learn how to take the official French test known as TCF in this video. You can find more French test tips below the transcript / translation.

Les vacances à la mer de Lola
Work on your A2-level French reading and listening comprehension with this bilingual article - click any phrase to see the English translation as well as links to related French grammar lessons.

Mon répondeur
Ever wondered what a French answering machine and its messages might sound like? It's a great source of vocab and colloquial French!

Ouragan Irma
In early September 2017, an enormous hurricane caused untold damage in the Caribbean, devastating several islands. I live on the French-Caribbean island of Guadeloupe, which seemed to be right in the path but was in the end spared the worst of the storm - here's my story.

Petit Ours Brun fait des crêpes
Watch this cute video about making crêpes - just in time for le jour des crêpes (2 février)

Petit Pangolin Malin - Comptine d'Afrique
African nursery rhyme about a very cute (and topical) animal!

Pourquoi les Français sont-ils si fiers de leur cuisine ?
Why are the French so proud of their cuisine? Find out in this cute animated video.

Présentation Equipe de France Paralympique 2018
Get to know Cécile Hernandez, a French Paralympic Games skiboarder in this video.

Présentation de l'Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie
Today is the International Day of Francophonie, and here's an introduction to the organization behind it.

Public holidays in France
Everyone loves a good public holiday, n'est-ce pas? France has 11 of them, but they're not always paid days off from work.

Pézenas : Destination estivale
Pézenas is a beautiful town in southern France loaded with history, culture, and artistic significance. Learn about this "green pearl" in our French audio article with transcript and translation.

Saturday in Paris
Take a stroll around Paris while working on your French listening and reading comprehension.

Tour de France jerseys
There are four official Tour de France jerseys - do you know what the colors mean?

Un mauvais numéro
Wrong number! Listen to this friendly exchange between a caller and the person she called by mistake.

Une journée chargée
Audio article about a busy day of shopping and socializing.

Une journée dans ma vie d'au pair
Spend a day as an au pair with this video.

What is Ramadan?
Ramadan is a holy month in the Islamic calendar. When is it and what's it about?

Édith Piaf - portrait français
Édith Piaf was a French cabaret singer and international star. Read and listen to our bilingual article, then listen to a few of her classic songs.

B1: Intermediate French reading exercises

20 March: International Day of Francophonie
French is spoken in dozens of countries, a phenomenon known as "Francophonie" which is celebrated every year on 20 March. Celebrate by learning about a few French-speaking countries that you might not be familiar with.

6 juin 1944 : voyage à travers le temps
The Allied landing in Normandy is commemorated every year with parades and speeches - and even re-enactments of that fateful day.

8 mai 1945 : la capitulation de l'Allemagne à Reims
On the 8th of May 1945, Germany surrendered to Allied forces. Find out more in this video with archive footage. Below, you'll find the transcript and translation - click any phrase to read the English and find links to related French grammar lessons.

Alpine French School
If you love to ski or snowboard, like me, then you might be interested to know that there's a school in the Alps where you can ski and learn French at the same time.

Après le coronavirus
Marianne is thinking about life after lockdown. Find out what she'll do on their first day outside in our bilingual audio article.

Ascension
Learn about the mobile jour férié and Christian holiday of Ascension, celebrated 40 days after Easter Sunday.

Au Restaurant de la Plage
Enjoy lunch at a beachside restaurant with this bilingual article.

Bonne fête des Pères !
The third Sunday in June is unofficially Father's Day in France. Find out where it came from in our bilingual article.

Bûche de Noël : recette
Find out how to make the most classic of French Christmas desserts: la bûche de Noël.

C'est qui Coluche ?
Do you know who Coluche is? Find out in this cute animated video.

C.R.A.Z.Y. - French Film Fest
The third Kwiziq French Film Fest review is by our very own Aurélie. Watch the trailer: C.R.A.Z.Y.

Claude Monet's "Water Lilies"
French painter Claude Monet is famous for his Water Lilies. For the story behind the unique way these impressionist paintings are displayed, watch this video.

Comme Avant (ConfinementSong)
Listen to a beautiful song about what life was like before lockdown, by Giedré Ba.

Comment est née la langue française ?
Where did the French language come from? Get the short answer in this cute animated video for children.

Conseils pratiques pour profiter des marchés de Noël
December is a wonderful time to be in France thanks to the famous Christmas markets. Here's some practical advice to help you maximize your enjoyment and minimize hassles.

Célébrations de Thanksgiving
It's Thanksgiving! Though this is an American celebration, the Kwiziq team is international, so I thought it would be fun to take a look at similar holidays from our respective countries.

D'où vient la tradition du marché de Noël ?
Learn a bit of the history behind France's traditional Christmas markets in this cute video.

D'où vient le nom des Schtroumpfs ?
If you were a kid (or parent) in the 80s, you undoubtedly knew the little blue creatures known as Smurfs. As odd as that name might be, the original French is even odder: les Schtroumpfs.

DIY Pâques - Œuf avec message surprise à l'intérieur
Put your DIY skills to use making un Œuforique, a decorated egg with a surprise message inside.

Des initiatives pour aider parents et enfants
Video about some initiatives in Belgium to teach and entertain children while giving parents a bit of a break during confinement.

Devant un match de foot
It's World Cup time, so here's a fun dialogue between two football (soccer) fans watching a match.

Divali : la Fête des Lumières à Vancouver
Learn about the colorful, joyful festival of Diwali, celebrated by Indians all over the world.

Dix pour cent : la bonne recette
Dix pour cent is a humorous French TV series about the trials and tribulations of movie star agents.

Dix pour cent : la bonne recette (suite)
Part 2 of the video about Dix pour cent, a humorous French TV series about the trials and tribulations of movie star agents.

Et tout le monde s'en fout : L'eau
Funny video (with some vulgar language) about a serious subject: water.

Euro 2016
Euro 2016, the 15th edition of the European football / soccer championship, will take place in France from 10 June to 10 July. Learn a bit about this year's competition in our bilingual article.

Festival de Cannes
One of the most famous and prestigious film festivals in the world is held annually in Cannes. Learn a bit of its history and traditions in this French video with transcript and translation.

Festival des cerfs-volants
Berck-sur-Mer is home to an annual kite-flying festival - and it's going on right now! Learn about this colorful event with this video while working on your French listening comprehension.

France Gall, la groupie du pianiste
France Gall passed away in January 2018. Learn about this French singer with a unique voice in our bilingual article.

French Elections
The next French president will be elected this Sunday - learn about French elections in this bilingual article.

Game of Thrones (no spoilers)
For all you GoT fans out there (and anyone who'd just like to know what all the fuss is about), here's a video talking about all the records this fantasy TV show broke in its eight-year run.

Haiti's story of independence
Haiti was the first French colony to gain independence, thanks in large part thanks to one man.

Il est né le divin enfant
Il est né le divin enfant is one of the most popular French Christmas carols. Enjoy this animated video followed by lyrics in our bilingual reader.

Immigrer au Canada
If you dream of immigrating [UK: emigrating] to Canada, this official video has the vital information you need.

Inventions françaises
Hundreds if not thousands of products you use every day started out as nothing more than an idea - and many of those ideas were originally French.

Jardin d'hiver, de Keren Ann
Practice your French listening and reading comprehension with this wintery song.

Joyeux Hanoucca !
The festival of Hanukkah begins on 25 Kislev on the Jewish calendar, which means the date on the Gregorian calendar changes every year.

L'Appel du 18 Juin 1940
The Appeal of 18 June is considered the origin of the French Resistance during World War II. Learn how it came about in this French video with transcript and translation.

L'Arnacœur - French Film Fest
The first Kwiziq French Film Fest review comes from none other than our CEO, Gareth "Gruff" Davies.

L'anniversaire de Cyril
Practice listening and reading with this story about a surprise party.

L'enseignement en ligne : Témoignage de Céline
Learn about some of the pros and cons of online teaching in this interview with Céline.

L'histoire de la fête Nationale
Learn about the history of France's national holiday, le 14 juillet, in this informative video.

L'oral de français en Première
At the end of "Première," the penultimate year of French high school, French students have to take a literary oral exam. Many of the tips offered in this video can be applied to other oral exams.

La Toussaint
Toussaint, or All Saints' Day, is an important Catholic holiday, particularly in France.

La fête de la Saint-Patrick
Saint Patrick's Day is the most important day of the year for Irish people all over the world. Learn about this 17 March celebration with this video.

La rentrée des classes de Mathilde
This back to school article features lots of practice with the future tense.

La tradition de la Galette des Rois
Have you ever eaten a Galette des Rois? This famous French cake, eaten only in January, contains a surprise!

La valeur inestimable de Notre-Dame de Paris
Notre-Dame de Paris, a jewel of French Gothic architecture, was partly destroyed by fire on 15 April 2019. Learn about some of the damage that was done in this video.

Le Bataclan, un théâtre hors du commun
On the 2nd anniversary of the monstrous attack which cost 90 people their lives on November 13th, 2015, and as the Bataclan theater opens its doors again, we wanted to pay tribute to this mythical place of Paris nightlife.

Le Club des Poètes
If you like Paris and poetry, you'll love le Club des Poètes. Find out about this thrice-weekly opportunity to recite poetry in our bilingual audio article.

Le Dîner de cons - French Film Fest
Laura's review for the Kwiziq French Film Fest.

Le Radeau de la Méduse, de Géricault
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B2: Upper Intermediate French reading exercises

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Au secours ! Je n'ai plus internet !
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Becoming French
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Comment préparer son bagage en cabine
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Dialectes et langues régionales
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Fête de la musique : interview de Jack Lang
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La Chandeleur
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La main dans le sac
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Le français classique
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Le premier mai
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Les Français vus par les étrangers
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Les animaux en vacances
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Les sites touristiques incontournables de la Guadeloupe
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Lettre au Père Noël
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Pokémon Go - La chasse est ouverte
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Que la Force soit avec vous !
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RIP Minsky, the father of artificial intelligence
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Taxi !
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Trois minutes pour comprendre Thanksgiving
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Une rentrée plutôt réussie !
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C1: Advanced French reading exercises

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Gabrielle Bonheur " Coco" ( 19 August 1883 - 10 January 1971) was a French fashion designer and businesswoman. She founded the Chanel brand. She popularized a sporty, casual chic as the feminine standard of style.

She is the only fashion designer listed on magazine's list of the 100 most influential people of the 20th century. Chanel also designed jewellery, handbags, and fragrance. Her signature scent, Chanel No. 5, has become an iconic product, and Chanel herself designed her famed interlocked-CC monogram, which has been in use since the 1920s.

Her couture house closed in 1939, with the outbreak of World War II. Chanel stayed in France and was criticized during the war for collaborating with the Nazi-German occupiers. Chanel fell in love with a German diplomat, Baron () Hans Günther von Dincklage. After the war, Chanel was interrogated about her relationship with Dincklage, but she was not charged as a collaborator due to intervention by British prime minister Winston Churchill.

When the war ended, Chanel moved to Switzerland, returning to Paris in 1954 to revive her fashion house.

Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel was born in 1883 to Eugénie Jeanne Devolle Chanel, known as Jeanne, a laundrywoman, in the charity hospital run by the Sisters of Providence (a poorhouse) in Saumur, Maine-et-Loire. She was Jeanne's second child with Albert Chanel; the first, Julia, had been born less than a year earlier. Albert Chanel was a street vendor who sold work clothes and undergarments, living a nomadic life, travelling to and from market towns. The family resided in run-down lodgings. In 1884, he married Jeanne Devolle.

At birth, Chanel's name was entered into the official registry as "Chasnel". Jeanne was too unwell to attend the registration, and Albert was registered as "travelling". With both parents absent, the infant's last name was misspelled, probably due to a clerical error.

She went to her grave as Gabrielle Chasnel because to correct, legally, the misspelled name on her birth certificate would reveal that she was born in a poorhouse hospice. The couple had six children-Julia, Gabrielle, Alphonse (the first boy, born 1885), Antoinette (born 1887), Lucien, and Augustin (who died at six months)-and lived crowded into a one-room lodging in the town of Brive-la-Gaillarde.

When Gabrielle was 11, Jeanne died at the age of 32. The children did not attend school. Her father sent his two sons to work as farm laborers and sent his three daughters to the convent of Aubazine, which ran an orphanage. Its religious order, the Congregation of the Sacred Heart of Mary, was "founded to care for the poor and rejected, including running homes for abandoned and orphaned girls". It was a stark life, demanding strict discipline. Her life in the orphanage may have contributed to Chanel's future career, as it was where she learned to sew. At age eighteen, Chanel, too old to remain at Aubazine, went to live in a boarding house for Catholic girls in the town of Moulins.

Later in life, Chanel would retell the story of her childhood somewhat differently; she would often include more glamorous accounts, which were generally untrue. She said that when her mother died, her father sailed for America to seek his fortune, and she was sent to live with two aunts. She also claimed to have been born a decade later than 1883 and that her mother had died when she was much younger than 11.

Personal life and early career

Aspirations for a stage career

Having learned to sew during her six years at Aubazine, Chanel found employment as a seamstress. When not sewing, she sang in a cabaret. Chanel made her stage debut singing at a cafe-concert (a popular entertainment venue of the era) in a Moulins pavilion, La Rotonde. She was a poseuse, a performer who entertained the crowd between star turns. The money earned was what they managed to accumulate when the plate was passed.

It was at this time that Gabrielle acquired the name "Coco" when she spent her nights singing in the cabaret, often the song, "Who Has Seen Coco?" She often liked to say the nickname was given to her by her father. Others believe "Coco" came from Ko Ko Ri Ko, and Qui qu'a vu Coco.

Balsan and Capel

At Moulins, Chanel met a young French ex-cavalry officer and textile heir, Étienne Balsan. For the next three years, she lived with him in his château Royallieu near Compiègne. Balsan showered Chanel with the baubles of "the rich life"-diamonds, dresses, and pearls.

Chanel had begun designing hats while living with Balsan, initially as a diversion that evolved into a commercial enterprise. She became a licensed milliner in 1910 and opened a boutique at 21 rue Cambon, Paris, named Chanel Modes. Chanel's millinery career bloomed once theatre actress Gabrielle Dorziat wore her hats in Fernand Nozière's play Bel Ami in 1912. Subsequently, Dorziat modelled Chanel's hats again in photographs published in Les Modes.

Deauville and Biarritz

In 1913, Chanel opened a boutique in Deauville, financed by Arthur Capel, where she introduced deluxe casual clothing suitable for leisure and sport. The fashions were constructed from humble fabrics such as jersey and tricot, at the time primarily used for men's underwear. The location was a prime one, in the center of town on a fashionable street. Here Chanel sold hats, jackets, sweaters, and the marinière, the sailor blouse. Chanel had the dedicated support of two family members, her sister Antoinette, and her paternal aunt Adrienne, who was of a similar age. Adrienne and Antoinette were recruited to model Chanel's designs; on a daily basis the two women paraded through the town and on its boardwalks, advertising the Chanel creations.

Chanel, determined to re-create the success she enjoyed in Deauville, opened an establishment in Biarritz in 1915. After one year of operation, the business proved to be lucrative. In Biarritz Chanel met an expatriate aristocrat, the Grand Duke Dmitri Pavlovich of Russia. They maintained a close association for many years afterward. By 1919, Chanel was registered as a couturière and established her maison de couture at 31 rue Cambon, Paris.

Established couturière

In 1918, Chanel purchased the building at 31 rue Cambon, in one of the most fashionable districts of Paris. In 1921, she opened an early incarnation of a fashion boutique, featuring clothing, hats, and accessories, later expanded to offer jewellery and fragrances. By 1927, Chanel owned five properties on the rue Cambon, buildings numbered 23 to 31.

Designing for film

In 1931, while in Monte Carlo Chanel became acquainted with Samuel Goldwyn. She was introduced through a mutual friend, the Grand Duke Dmitri Pavlovich, cousin to the last tsar of Russia, Nicolas II. Goldwyn offered Chanel a tantalizing proposition. For the sum of a million dollars (approximately US$75 million today), he would bring her to Hollywood twice a year to design costumes for his stars. Chanel accepted the offer. Accompanying her on her first trip to Hollywood was her friend, Misia Sert.

Chanel designed the clothing worn on screen by Gloria Swanson, in Tonight or Never (1931), and for Ina Claire in The Greeks Had a Word for Them (1932). Both Greta Garbo and Marlene Dietrich became private clients.

Chanel went on to design the costumes for several French films, including Jean Renoir's 1939 film La Règle du jeu, in which she was credited as La Maison Chanel. Chanel introduced the left-wing Renoir to Luchino Visconti, aware that the shy Italian hoped to work in film. Renoir was favorably impressed by Visconti and brought him in to work on his next film project.

World War II

In 1939, at the beginning of World War II, Chanel closed her shops, maintaining her apartment situated above the couture house at 31 Rue de Cambon. She said that it was not a time for fashion.

During the German occupation, Chanel resided at the Hotel Ritz. During this time, she had a romantic relationship with Baron Hans Günther von Dincklage, a German aristocrat and member of Dincklage noble family. He served as diplomat in Paris and was a former Prussian Army officer and attorney general who had been an operative in military intelligence since 1920, who eased her arrangements at the Ritz.

Post-war life and career

In 1945, Chanel moved to Switzerland, where she lived for several years, part of the time with Dincklage.

At more than 70 years old, after having her couture house closed for 15 years, she felt the time was right for her to re-enter the fashion world. The revival of her couture house in 1954 was fully financed by Pierre Wertheimer. Chanel came out with her comeback collection in 1954. The American and British press saw it as a "breakthrough", bringing together fashion and youth in a new way.

As 1971 began, Chanel carried out her usual routine of preparing the spring catalogue. She had gone for a long drive on the afternoon of Saturday, 9 January. Soon after, feeling ill, she went to bed early. She announced her final words to her maid which were: "You see, this is how you die."

She died on Sunday, 10 January 1971, at the Hotel Ritz, where she had resided for more than 30 years.

Her funeral was held at the Église de la Madeleine; her fashion models occupied the first seats during the ceremony and her coffin was covered with white flowers-camellias, gardenias, orchids, azaleas and a few red roses. Salvador Dalí, Serge Lifar, Jacques Chazot, Yves Saint Laurent and Marie-Hélène de Rothschild attended her funeral in the Church of the Madeleine. Her grave is in the Bois-de-Vaux Cemetery, Lausanne, Switzerland.

Most of her estate was inherited by her nephew André Palasse, who lived in Switzerland, and his two daughters, who lived in Paris.

Although Chanel was viewed as a prominent figure of luxury fashion during her life, Chanel's influence has been examined further after her death in 1971. When Chanel died, the first lady of France, Mme Pompidou, organized a hero's tribute. Soon, damaging documents from French intelligence agencies were released that outlined Chanel's wartime involvements, quickly ending her monumental funeral plans.

Legacy as designer

Jersey fabric

Chanel's early wool jersey travelling suit consisted of a cardigan jacket and pleated skirt, paired with a low-belted pullover top. This ensemble, worn with low-heeled shoes, became the casual look in expensive women's wear.

Chanel suit

First introduced in 1923, the Chanel tweed suit was designed for comfort and practicality. It consisted of a jacket and skirt in supple and light wool or mohair tweed, and a blouse and jacket lining in jersey or silk. Chanel did not stiffen the material or use shoulder pads, as was common in contemporary fashion. This allowed for quick and easy movement. She designed the neckline to leave the neck comfortably free and added functional pockets.

Little black dress

After the jersey suit, the concept of the little black dress is often cited as a Chanel contribution to the fashion lexicon, a style still worn to this day. In 1912-1913, the actress Suzanne Orlandi was one of the first women to wear a Chanel little black dress, in velvet with a white collar. In 1920, Chanel herself vowed that, while observing an audience at the opera, she would dress all women in black.

The Chanel bag

In 1929, Chanel introduced a handbag inspired by soldiers' bags. Its thin shoulder strap allowed the user to keep her hands free. Following her comeback, Chanel updated the design in February 1955, creating what would become the "2.55" (named for the date of its creation). Whilst details of the classic bag have been reworked, such as the 1980s update by Karl Lagerfeld when the clasp and lock were redesigned to incorporate the Chanel logo and leather was interlaced through the shoulder chain, the bag has retained its original basic form. In 2005, the Chanel firm released an exact replica of the original 1955 bag to commemorate the 50th anniversary of its creation.

Depictions in popular culture

The Broadway production Coco, with music by André Previn, book and lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner, opened 18 December 1969 and closed 3 October 1970. It is set in 1953-1954 at the time that Chanel was reestablishing her couture house. Chanel was played by Katharine Hepburn for the first eight months, and by Danielle Darrieux for the rest of its run.

The first film about Chanel was Chanel Solitaire (1981), directed by George Kaczender and starring Marie-France Pisier, Timothy Dalton, and Rutger Hauer.

Coco Chanel (2008) was a television movie starring Shirley MacLaine as the 70-year-old Chanel. Directed by Christian Duguay, the film also starred Barbora Bobuľová as the young Chanel and Olivier Sitruk as Boy Capel.

Coco avant Chanel (Coco Before Chanel) (2009) was a French-language biographical film directed by Anne Fontaine, starring Audrey Tautou as the young Chanel, with Benoît Poelvoorde as Étienne Balsan and Alessandro Nivola as Boy Capel

Coco Chanel & Igor Stravinsky (2009) was a French-language film directed by Jan Kounen. Anna Mouglalis played Chanel, and Mads Mikkelsen played Igor Stravinsky. The film was based on the 2002 novel Coco and Igor by Chris Greenhalgh, which concerns a purported affair between Chanel and Stravinsky. It was chosen to close the Cannes Film Festival of 2009.

In Spanish: Coco Chanel para niños

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madagascar 3 non je ne regrette rien (french)

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Degré de difficulté: Très facile
Type de plat: Dessert
Nombre de personnes: 8
Temps de préparation:10 minutes
Temps de cuisson: 5 minutes
Ingrédients principaux: Chocolat
Ingrédients pour la recette Gâteau brownie au micro-ondes :                    - 200 g de chocolat dessert                - 125 g de sucre                                    - 125 g de beurre                                  - 3 œufs entiers                                     - 60 g de farine                                     - 1 cuillère à soupe de levure chimique                                                     - 2 cuillères à soupe d'eau

Etapes de la recette Gâteau brownie au micro-ondes :
- Faire fondre le chocolat avec l'eau dans une casserole.
- Ajouter le beurre et cuire sans laisser bouillir.
- Dans 1 saladier, mélanger les œufs, le sucre, faire blanchir.
- Jeter en pluie la farine et la levure.
- Remuer et incorporer le chocolat fondu.
- Verser la préparation dans un moule recouvert de papier sulfurisé.
- Enfourner au four micro-ondes entre 5 à 8 mn pour un cœur plus ou moins fondant.
✪ On peut également ajouter des noix concassées ou de la noix de coco

Dans la recette, trouve les mots suivants :

Les instructions

Melt:                                                        Add:                                                    Cook:                                                       Boil:                                                         Throw:                                                   Stir:                                                       Add:                                                       Pour:                                                       Put in the oven:

Les ustensiles

A pan:                                                    A bowl:                                                  A cake tin:                                            Greaseproof paper:                              A microwave oven:

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Les homophones vers / verre / vert / ver

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Watch this amazing film about a French boarding school for 'disruptive' boys and the music teacher who taught them to sing.

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French Stories with English translations

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French Stories with English translations

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CHICKEN LITTLE

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The Bird and the Whale

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Learn French with French Children's Stories - The French Experiment

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Well-known childrens stories translated into French and spoken by a native French speaker. Read along in French or English. Great for adults too!

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Meditation guidée - 10 minutes chaque jour - En français

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Watch the film of the famous children's book Le Petit Prince (the Little Prince) by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

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A little girl lives in a very grown-up world with her mother, who tries to prepare her for it. Her neighbor, the Aviator, introduces the girl to an extraordinary world where anything is possible, the world of the Little Prince.

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A little girl lives in a very grown-up world with her mother, who tries to prepare her for it. Her neighbor, the Aviator, introduces the girl to an extraordinary world where anything is possible, the world of the Little Prince.

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Books for French schoolchildren about Famous People

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Books for French schoolchildren about Famous People

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These books are for French school children so that they can read about 'geniuses' (les hommes et les femmes de genie' from Marie Curie to Galileo. Click on the 'feuilleter' button to leaf through the book.

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Peppa Pig in French with English subtitles

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Peppa Pig in French with English subtitles

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Peppa Pig a perdu ses lunettes...

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Peppa Pig Français - Chaîne Officielle

Bienvenue sur la chaîne YouTube officielle de Peppa Pig! Nous avons créé tout un univers autour de Peppa avec des épisodes et des compilations pour ravir tous les fans. Amuse-toi et n'oublie pas de t'abonner pour être le premier à découvrir les nouveaux épisodes, compilations et extraits!

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TeachVid - Resource: Peppa Pig - Papa Pig a perdu ses lunettes

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Peppa Pig Français - Chaîne Officielle Bienvenue sur la chaîne YouTube officielle de Peppa Pig! Nous avons créé tout un univers autour de Peppa avec des épisodes et des compilations pour ravir tous les fans. Amuse-toi et n'oublie pas de t'abonner pour être le premier à découvrir les nouveaux épisodes, compilations et extraits!

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A 3 minute short film. There is not much French for the first 2 minutes, then lots at the end (you can put subtitles on in French). Look up 5 words that you hear but that you didn't already know.

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Learn from this 1.50 minute film about the most French of instruments - 'La Musette' - the accordion. In French with English subtitles.

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Sound of Old Paris: The Accordion "Musette"