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Not many in late middle age realise their dream of living on a canal boat and exploring the waterways of France. Even fewer anticipate the problems that might confront them on their adventure into ‘the unknown'.
Valerie and Geoffrey buy their boat which they christen "de Villehardouin" and set off on the Canal du Midi, drawing and writing about their journey as they meander along the two-hundred-year-old canal.
They revel in the slow pace as they enter a world of welcoming ports, Canalside markets, ancient sites and chateaux, delicate wildflowers and, in the Camargue, medieval jousting and pink flamingos. The various regional cuisines introduce them to gastronomic delights and memorable wines.
Tackling the mighty Rhône River with its awesome deep locks in their small boat presents a challenge. Valerie and Geoffrey accept this with their usual humour.
Once the Rhône is conquered, they find time to enjoy the ever-changing scenery of the canals as the dream unfolds.
Author: Valerie Helps
Paperback: 284 pages
SKU: P9269
Valerie and Geoffrey buy their boat which they christen "de Villehardouin" and set off on the Canal du Midi, drawing and writing about their journey as they meander along the two-hundred-year-old canal.
They revel in the slow pace as they enter a world of welcoming ports, Canalside markets, ancient sites and chateaux, delicate wildflowers and, in the Camargue, medieval jousting and pink flamingos. The various regional cuisines introduce them to gastronomic delights and memorable wines.
Tackling the mighty Rhône River with its awesome deep locks in their small boat presents a challenge. Valerie and Geoffrey accept this with their usual humour.
Once the Rhône is conquered, they find time to enjoy the ever-changing scenery of the canals as the dream unfolds.
Author: Valerie Helps
Paperback: 284 pages
SKU: P9269
The Voyages of de Villehardouin
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