Unfortunately, we only had one night in Honfleur, the lovely little Norman seaside town that attracts summer vacationers by the droves. It was no longer summer when we arrived, and the chilly wind sent us scurrying off the street and bending over a huge black pot of moules for dinner at a seaside restaurant. The next morning, the wind calmed and the sun blazed as we took an hour quickly exploring the fascinating, ancient downtown clustered around this picturesque harbor. It is easy to see how the Impressionists came up with the idea of painting with dots of light when you watch the sun sparkle on the water. And the Impressionists flocked here during their heydey. Just one more reason to visit Honfleur.
I missed posting a photo last week, because we were launching the introductions and first offerings of our new team of experts. If you missed it, take your pick of an expert on music travel, cultural travel, movie travel, pet travel or family travel.
And, alas, no one came up with the definitive answer on the what- is-this photo of two weeks ago, although there were some pretty good guesses. Please pass this on to anyone who might know. I’m SO curious.
This photo is part of Travel Photo Thursday, and you can see more travel photos by going to Budget Travelers’ Sandbox and checking the list of participants at the bottom of her post. Photo is the property of Vera Marie Badertscher. Please do not reproduce without permission.
There it is 🙂 Looks like there were more boats there when we were there.
What a beautiful spot. I can see why this would be a popular destination.
Love it! I’ll be in France in the new year and cannot wait. =)
Very pretty!
I noticed your absence last week! And we loved this place; like you we were there for just a short time, but your photo brings back memories of sipping cappucinos at one of the little cafes that lined the street.
The coast of Normandy is amazing! Your pictures of Honfleur capture the feeling perfectly. My husband still remembers the many pots of moules he enjoyed while we were in Normandy 🙂
Beautiful! Would love to visit one day…and enjoy some moules, while I’m at it.
You really captured the picturesque charm of Honfleur — makes me want to go there ASAP! Love the reflections in the water.
Love the scene – very French and distinctly Normandie!
very picturesque scene.
Great photo 🙂
I have been to Honfleur!! Thanks for the memory.
beautiful!