French Crossroads

Dreaming Of France: Mont Sainte-Odile Abbey

History, spirituality, wine, and spectacular views.

Feb 4 • 

Chris O'Brien

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January 2025

Dreaming Of France: Strasbourg

A final tour through one of our favorite spots in France.

Jan 31 • 

Chris O'Brien

6

Dreaming Of France: Strasbourg's Notre Dame Cathedral

A Gothic Masterpiece of Art and Science.

Jan 18 • 

Chris O'Brien

13

2

Dreaming of France: Culinary Joy In Strasbourg

We came. We saw. We ate.

Jan 13 • 

Chris O'Brien

10

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Les Haras Hotel: Luxury In Strasbourg

It was the holidays, so we decided to pamper ourselves. No regrets.

Jan 11 • 

Chris O'Brien

1

Dreaming Of France: Strasbourg Christmas Market Madness

This Alsatian city in Eastern France may not have invented Noël, but every year it tries to perfect it.

Jan 11 • 

Chris O'Brien

13

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December 2024

Spotify France Wrapped 2024 Is All Rap

Rap still reigns supreme.

Dec 14, 2024 • 

Chris O'Brien

10

The Fire That Saved Notre Dame

The remarkable glow-up officially unveiled last weekend would have been unimaginable 6 years ago when boosters were begging for restoration funds.

Dec 10, 2024 • 

Chris O'Brien

15

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France's Government Has Fallen And It Can't Get Up

Who will answer when the Political LifeCall button is pushed?

Dec 7, 2024 • 

Chris O'Brien

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September 2024

Hell On Wheels: Cycling The London-Paris Bike Path

Mistakes were made. Here are some tips for avoiding my errors, and some of the highlights.

Sep 16, 2024 • 

Chris O'Brien

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Dreaming Of France: Lagrasse

This Southwest French town has an artsy vibe, a well-preserved Medieval city center, a touch of Cathar history, and access to trails in the surrounding…

Sep 14, 2024 • 

Chris O'Brien

10

1

Dreaming Of France: Fontfroide Abbey

The Cistercian abbey near Narbonne mixes austere architecture, Mediterranean landscapes, and modern art.

Sep 7, 2024 • 

Chris O'Brien

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