Reflecting on our recent three weeks in France, here are two more stories that are highlights for us.
1. Night Prowl: The Ancient Town of Viviers
While our river cruise boat smoothly navigated the Rhone River, it made an evening stop at the ancient town of Viviers. Established in the 5th century, this medieval community once had 30,000 people. Today, 4000 people still live in the old stone houses and travel the narrow cobblestone streets.










2. Steam Travel
The Train d’Ardeche is a restored steam train which ran for the first time in 1891. What a great experience it was to travel 33 km through scenic, mountainous valleys. As we rumbled along on a warm, sunny day, my perch was the gap between two cars where I could see in both directions and catch a few photos.









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Dennis, these photos and your descriptive details are so incredibly captivating. This makes me want to be there and experience the beauty and culture. Some stunning photos and creative techniques, thanks for sharing.
Hi Brenda. Really glad you enjoyed the images. I sure would be glad to go back there! Thanks for commenting.
I was especially excited about the France photos, the B&W and also the train shots. My trip on an electric train in Switzerland was not so novel, as we were riding in modern coaches.
Your set-up for the icy photos (ice follies) is very special; nothing I have ever even thought about.
And the macro shots: what a pleasant surprise. You are indeed an accomplished photographer.
Thanks for sharing and stay safe !!!
Frithjof…
I was out on my motorcycle today and when i saw your comment, I remembered that we met in Cape Breton when I was riding there. I think that was 2001. Glad you enjoyed the photos. You might be interested to see my slide show of mostly impressionistic photos from our trip to France. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3l_YPC3yEo&t=54s
Cheers!