Venice, Italy

There is something magical about Venice in the winter. Mist makes all the buildings mysterious. You almost forget the tourist crowds. November 2001. Il y a quelque chose de magique à Venise en hiver. La brume rend les bâtiments mystérieux. On oublie presque les foules de touristes. Novembre 2001.

Athens, Greece

The big changing of the guards takes place on Sunday mornings at 11:00am on Syntagma place. The Greek uniforms are rather unique. June 2011. La grande relève de la garde a lieu les dimanches matin à 11 heures, place Syntagma. Les uniformes grecs sont assez uniques. Juin 2011.

Sofia, Bulgaria

On that day, there was an intense military activity in Sofia. The city center was closed to traffic due to the visit of Vladimir Putin who was there to sign a Gazprom contract. April 2009. Ce jour-là, il y avait une intense activité militaire à Sofia. Le centre-ville était fermé à la circulation en raison…

Savonlinna, Finland

The Olavinlinna fortress in Savonlinna was founded in the 15th century on the banks of a very beautiful lake. The castle now hosts the annual Savonlinna Opera Festival. Volunteers from the region, in their local costume, are there to greet the guests. I have special memories about this location. July 2006. La forteresse d’Olavinlinna à…

Poznań, Poland

Much of the Poznań city, particularly the old town, was left in ruins at the end of the German occupation in 1945. It is now rebuilt and the City Hall square has become pleasant to have drinks on a terrace. April 2009. La plus grande partie de la ville de Poznań, en particulier la vieille…

Düsseldorf, Germany

Resolutely alternative, this café attracts the young artists of this culturally active neighbourhood. April 2012. Résolument alternatif, ce café attire les jeunes artistes de ce quartier au centre de la vie culturelle locale. Avril 2012.