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Event
The Croisette is ready for its close-up! The 65th Cannes Film Festival runs from 16 to 27 May 2012. This year's jury President: Italian Nanni Moretti.
Museums are staying open all night on Saturday 19 May. For this the 8th year, 1,200 museums throughout France will be opening their doors until midnight. Entrance is free… and success is guaranteed!
Factsheet
Jean-Marc Ayrault, Member of Parliament and Mayor of Nantes, was appointed as Prime Minister on 15 May 2012 by the President of the Republic, François Hollande.
The long weekend of Ascension is one of the first long weekends of spring.
Slideshow
Colours, smells and flavours all intermingle when you wander the streets of market stalls in Paris. Here is a small selection to set your taste buds tingling – fill your basket with lovely food or simply take a stroll and marvel at the displays.
The “ficelle picarde” is actually a savoury crêpe that can be found on the menu of many restaurants.