Transport yourself to an ancient medieval town slightly over an hour outside of Paris. Provins is a short day trip back into history, filled with medieval buildings, walls, and fortresses. It’s much calmer than the city and allows for a very pleasant relaxing afternoon – the town is easily toured by foot or by a little tourist train that trundles through these ancient streets.
Provins is known for its rose cultivation, especially the The Provins Rose Garden which has so many different rose plantings and is the home of the Rosa Gallica Officinalis which was brought back during the crusades and is said to be ancestor of all our modern day varieties.The Rose gardens also feature a healing herbs garden showcasing just how valuable herbs are for treating all sorts of illnesses. so be sure to grab some rose jam or candy before you leave!
In the Upper Town there are many artisans creating beautiful ceramics and stoneware for sale as well as delicious home made goods for sale from breads to jams,cakes and cheeses, wines and apple ciders and more….Take some time to troll around the Upper Town and make sure to stop into the Tourist Information Center so you don’t miss anything….There are many shows to catch at various times depicting what life was like way back then and are well worth making time to see. From medieval knights to what was life like in a French Court to the ancient sport of Falconry, even musical concerts.
If you enjoy walking through the French provincial countryside there are many walks to choose from to suit all abilities and ages. Ramble along paths trodden by hundreds of feet over hundreds of years and visit quaint little villages, old churches and monasteries, well tended fields and marvel at the beauty of the country side. i highly recommend taking a picnic lunch along to enjoy as you sit and take in the views. Definitely a day trip to remember. Oh, and remember to take your camera!
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