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fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago
France news

Today's Atlantic Trivia: Sports Leagues

France has the most time zones of any country due to its overseas territories.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
France news

I moved to France after falling in love with it during summer visits. Nothing could've prepared me for living here full-time.

Moving to France required adapting to a laid-back lifestyle but presented unforeseen challenges, especially a significant language barrier and limited store hours.
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

From volcanic wilds to world-class art: 10 fun and fabulous reasons to visit France in 2026

France offers unique attractions like the Dragon de Calais and Monet's inspirations in Rouen.
France politics
fromwww.thelocal.fr
1 week ago

Inside France: More election fever, stained glass and Violette Morris

France's 2027 presidential race is heating up following local elections, with concerns about the far right's potential success.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
France news

I moved to France after falling in love with it during summer visits. Nothing could've prepared me for living here full-time.

History
fromMedievalists.net
2 days ago

Medieval Cemetery and Basilica Discovered in Southern France - Medievalists.net

A significant archaeological site in Valence, France reveals early Christian burial practices and a previously unknown medieval building.
Paris food
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

It's like witnessing a Renoir or Matisse painting coming to life': readers' favourite trips in France

Vichy is a charming French spa town known for its spring waters, cultural scene, and beautiful architecture.
History
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

Henry V, the great medieval English king, offers an uncomfortable example of nobility and leadership to the current Windsor monarchy

Henry V is celebrated not only for his military victories but also for his complex life and character beyond the battlefield.
Renovation
fromElite Traveler
2 weeks ago

The Reality of Owning - and Restoring - a Chateau

Owning a historic French château requires accepting unfixable problems and undertaking extensive renovations, with roof repairs often exceeding the property's purchase price.
History
fromOpen Culture
6 days ago

How Everything in a Medieval Castle Worked, from Its Moats to Its Dungeons

Medieval castles were complex structures designed for defense, featuring elements like barbicans, moats, and parapets.
France news
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

Taxes, fine dining, and mayoral powers: 6 essential articles for life in France

French residents can estimate their tax bills using an online calculator and need a 'numéro fiscal' to file tax declarations.
#paris
fromFrenchly
2 weeks ago
Paris food

The Best Things To Do in Paris's 1st Arrondissement - Frenchly

The 1st arrondissement of Paris is rich in history, culture, and attractions, making it a must-visit area.
fromOpen Culture
2 months ago
History

Watch the Evolution of Paris Unfold in a Timelapse Video, from 300 BCE to 2025

Paris began on Île de la Cité and transformed over nearly two-and-a-half millennia along the Seine through successive eras and major urban interventions.
Paris food
fromFrenchly
2 weeks ago

The Best Things To Do in Paris's 1st Arrondissement - Frenchly

The 1st arrondissement of Paris is rich in history, culture, and attractions, making it a must-visit area.
#dartagnan
History
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

Is d'Artagnan lying beneath a church in Maastricht? DNA will determine if remains found are those of the famous musketeer

A skeleton found in Maastricht may belong to Count d'Artagnan, with DNA analysis underway to confirm its identity.
fromThe Conversation
4 weeks ago

Notions of 'Christendom' often miss the mark - medieval Europe's ideas about faith and power were not so simple

Some citizens might see themselves as Christian nationalists simply because they are Christian and patriotic. Others, however, assert that the United States is rightfully a Christian nation that ought to be governed by Christian leaders, ethics and laws. As a historian, I'm aware that Christian nationalism relies upon a selective and often distorted view of American history.
Philosophy
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Wherefore art thou?': France look to restore identity with outing to Romeo and Juliet

France's rugby coach takes players to Paris Opera to reset mentally after a disappointing loss to Scotland and seven weeks of isolated training camp preparation.
fromMedievalists.net
1 week ago

How Many Workers Built a Medieval Cathedral? - Medievalists.net

The financial accounts kept by the fabrique for Girona Cathedral provide exceptionally detailed records, allowing historians to calculate the total number of workers and the average employed per year.
History
Paris food
fromCN Traveller
3 weeks ago

The best hotels in France, from opulent chateaus to charming vineyards

France hosts world-renowned luxury hotels that function as historic landmarks, with Paris and the French Riviera featuring the most prestigious addresses for elite travelers.
fromArtnet News
1 month ago

Sofia Coppola Is Bringing 'Marie Antoinette' Back to Versailles

They let us shoot in places people weren't allowed to normally, like Marie Antoinette's private theater. They were like, 'This is your home.' The Versailles exhibition will screen several scenes from Coppola's film in the very rooms where they were staged, highlighting the deep connection between these storied grounds and her acclaimed creation.
Arts
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

On the Agenda: What's happening in France this week

France experiences multiple significant events this week including school reopenings, a major trial, sports competitions, and a Belgian strike affecting regional travel.
History
fromMedievalists.net
2 weeks ago

The Size of Armies in Early Medieval Warfare - Medievalists.net

The size of early medieval armies remains debated, with some scholars arguing for small warbands while others suggest larger fighting forces existed.
#charlemagne
Science
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago

How Medieval Cathedrals Were Built Without Science, or Even Mathematics

Medieval cathedral builders engineered complex structures like Sainte-Chapelle without mathematics or formal science, using practical techniques and empirical methods instead.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

8 favourite French words of the day

The Local publishes daily French words and phrases focusing on colloquialisms and slang not typically taught in classrooms, with a curated selection of eight recent favorites highlighted.
France politics
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

France names new culture minister as Paris mayoral battle erupts

Catherine Pegard replaced Rachida Dati as French culture minister after Dati resigned to campaign for Paris mayor, immediately sparking a racism dispute with her Socialist opponent.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

REVEALED: What makes the French proud?

French people take greatest pride in their history of ideas, particularly the Declaration of the Rights of Man and the Citizen and the French Revolution's democratic legacy, rather than physical heritage or cultural stereotypes.
fromMedievalists.net
3 weeks ago

Political Borders Shaped the Spread of Medieval Chant, Study Finds - Medievalists.net

Tropes were additions inserted into established Gregorian chants. They could include new words, new melodies, or a combination of both, expanding the original liturgical piece and sometimes offering additional theological or rhetorical commentary. In many cases, tropes circulated long before they were recorded in writing. Their melodies and texts were transmitted orally for centuries before being preserved in medieval manuscripts, creating a complex web of regional variants across Europe.
History
France news
fromThe Good Life France
1 month ago

7 historic and officially prettiest villages in France - The Good Life France

Les Plus Beaux Villages de France, an association of 180 officially designated villages across 70 departments, preserves historic rural communities through strict selection criteria while attracting new residents and visitors through craft studios, hospitality businesses, and authentic experiences.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Something will go wrong': Why readers say the Bayeux Tapestry should stay in France

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
US politics
fromThe Good Life France
2 months ago

Renovating a property in France - heritage status and protected zones - The Good Life France

In the UK and the US, it is often crystal clear when your new home is classified as a heritage home or period property, but in France it can be less obvious. You could be breaking the rules simply by installing new windows. So how can you check that your big plans aren't going to upset anyone - or worse, break the law?
Real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

14 Charming Small Towns in France for Beautiful Beaches, Scenic Vineyards, and Medieval Castles

When it comes to visiting France, Paris gets most of the attention, but don't overlook the country's gorgeous small towns. In these quaint destinations, many accessible by train, you can exchange the bustle of the city for wide-open beaches, mountain trails, medieval castles, and sprawling vineyards. From the French-German border to the Mediterranean coast to the mountainous intersection of France, Italy, and Switzerland, these small towns and villages (all home to less than 15,000 people) offer a slower pace and warm French hospitality.
Travel
Miscellaneous
fromArchitectural Digest
9 years ago

The 11 Most Beautiful Gothic Cathedrals Around the World

Gothic cathedrals, built 12th–16th centuries, prioritize height and light using pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses to create taller, stronger stone structures.
Renovation
fromThe Good Life France
2 months ago

Renovating a property in France - heritage status and protected zones - The Good Life France

Renovating property in France often requires permissions; protected zones and proximity to historic monuments can restrict even minor changes like shutters or windows.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
1 month ago

A 14th-Century Building in Paris Becomes a Bachelor Pad Dressed in Chrome, Marble, and Embossed Leather

Chaille transforms a historic Marais apartment into a material-forward, layered home for a bold 28-year-old, emphasizing structural axis and mixed textures.
History
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

Dreaming of Owning a Medieval Artefact? Here's Your Chance - Medievalists.net

TimeLine Auctions' March 3 online sale features hundreds of medieval historical objects including a 13th-century Limoges cross, 1224 Chinese armor, Viking silver mount, and Anglo-Saxon brooch.
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

It's not very French to change stuff': how Claire Tabouret's stained-glass windows cast Notre Dame in new light

Claire Tabouret's selection to design Notre Dame's stained-glass windows transformed her public profile, sparking acclaim, controversy, and expanded museum recognition.
France news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

Paris returns to the epicenter of artistic luxury: It is once again the art capital it was in the early 20th century'

Paris’s cultural scene is resurging through private investment, shifting toward luxury-focused, market-driven institutions and away from traditional public cultural models.
History
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

When were the Middle Ages? - Medievalists.net

The Middle Ages lack a single, natural start or end; appropriate boundaries depend on whether political, religious, economic, or cultural changes are prioritized.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

On the Agenda: What's happening in France this week

French MPs reopen assisted-dying debate; Ramadan begins alongside Ash Wednesday; Shein opens five BHV concessions; regional school strikes and holiday schedules impact education.
France news
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

On the Agenda: What's happening in France this week

This week in France: farmer blockades, school strikes risking closures, court appeals and rulings, Brigitte Bardot memorial, film festival, football fixtures, and ending regional sales.
History
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

New Medieval Books: Joan of Arc - Medievalists.net

Joan of Arc's life transformed into a mutable cultural icon, repeatedly recast as hero, monster, and saint, maintaining powerful resonance in France across six centuries.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Chateau asks for public generosity' to finance 59 million renovation

The chateau was rebuilt in the 19th century after it was largely destroyed during the French Revolution (Getty/iStock) Chateau de Chantilly, located north of Paris, is appealing for "public generosity" to finance a 68 million (59 million) renovation over the next decade. The historic French chateau requires significant work to protect its extensive book collection, which includes 60,000 volumes, including rare antique books and illuminated medieval manuscripts.
France news
History
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

The Battle of Verneuil (1424) - Medievalists.net

The Battle of Verneuil saw English forces confront a Franco-Scottish army in Normandy after Henry V's death, becoming one of the war's bloodiest battles.
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

New Medieval Books: Interconnected Traditions - Medievalists.net

This open-access book brings together more than thirty essays on languages and the ways they develop, interact, and influence one another. Its main focus is the Middle East, where Hebrew, Arabic, and Aramaic long existed side by side and often overlapped in everyday use, scholarship, and culture. In line with Geoffrey (Khan)'s commitment to the maximally accessible dissemination of research, this Festschrift has been published in both open-access digital editions and affordable printed formats.
History
History
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

Victory in Death: The Templars at Cresson - Medievalists.net

Templar zeal led to reckless charges against vastly superior forces, turning battlefield defeats into celebrated martyrdom and precluding negotiated truces.
History
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

Richard the Lionheart: New Study Rethinks His Capture After the Crusade - Medievalists.net

Richard I's capture becomes clearer when examined through regional political incentives and rival rulers' interests rather than legend and fate.
History
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

Montaillou to ICE: The Medieval Roots of Snitching - Medievalists.net

Denunciation by ordinary neighbors enabled persecution historically and continues today through formalized surveillance and reporting systems that rely on people informing on others.
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

New Medieval Books: The Forsaken 14th Century - Medievalists.net

In this volume, the authors aim to provide a truly global overview of the 14 century, with each region given approximately the same space. It is obviously impossible to cover every event in every country of the world in a single volume, just as you would not be able to visit every city in every country if you traveled around the world for a year.
History
History
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

Military Intelligence and Planning in the Carolingian Empire - Medievalists.net

Carolingian rulers built systematic intelligence networks—interrogating travelers and compiling detailed reports to gather topographical, political, and military information for campaign planning.
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

Talking Templars: Assassins versus Templars - Medievalists.net

The Assassins and the Knights Templar have become two of the most iconic groups of fighters from the period of the Crusades. In recent times, they have been popularised through the video game and movie franchise, Assassin's Creed. But who were they really and how did they interact in the Holy Land? It's an intriguing story that Dr Steve Tibble and Tony McMahon investigate in the first episode of their new podcast series, Talking Templars.
History
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

Online Course: The Normans in Europe - Medievalists.net

We get started by exploring the origins of the Normans in the county and then duchy of Normandy. We will understand their Norse background and their relationship with the Carolingians. The timeline approach will help us discover all the counts and dukes of Normandy, and what they contributed to their realm. This will set the foundation for the interconnected stories that will lead us to England and the Mediterranean.
History
History
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago

25 Tips from the Middle Ages - Medievalists.net

Medieval practical literature provided specific everyday guidance on posture, hygiene, conversation, remedies, and social behavior, blending useful tips with odd, superstition-based methods.
History
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

Military Education in Early Medieval Europe: Learning from Books - Medievalists.net

Early medieval military leaders learned warfare from books—Roman manuals, handbooks, and case studies—informing campaigns, sieges, and logistical planning.
History
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

New Online Course: Medieval Europe 870 - 1300 - Medievalists.net

10-week course starting January 15 offers a panoramic overview of European history (9th–13th centuries), covering politics, economics, gender, technology, warfare, society, and external relations.
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