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Albert the Town and Museum FrancePlaces to visit in AlbertAlbert France a town in the Somme region. The town was badly damaged in the WW1 fighting. The first photo shows the La Basilque Notre Dame which was hit by a bombardment in 1916. It had to be rebuilt into the fine building it is now. At the side of the building is the entrance to the museum Somme 1916. Photo of La Basilque
photo showing side entrance to museum
Museum Somme exhibits
Just above the house painting you can see the golden spire of the La Basilque. The museum goes under the church through tunnels. It comes out in a park quite away form the front entrance The museum is well worth a visit the cost in June 2006 was 4 euros. There is a small shop which sells WW1 items like large brass shell cases,helmets etc. Two of the hotels in Albert
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Best Western Lorette Opera Hotel Paris
Recently renovated, the Best Western Lorette Opera Hotel is situated in Paris? theater district. A number of department stores as well as galleries and attractions are just steps from this beautiful hotel in Paris. From Charles de Gaulle airport, it takes about 30 minutes by car to reach the hotel.
Cancale at Village Cancalais, Brittany
Each cottage has small outdoor terrace and well equipped kitchens each with microwave oven, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. One bedroom cottage with small outdoor terrace. Ground floor with open-plan kitchen/dining and living area, microwave oven, fridge/freezer
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This superb detached cottage, overlooking vineyards has an excellent interior decor and an enclosed private garden. Situated in the beautiful Loire with superb views the property is in a fantastic area with châteaux, wine tasting and museums and the culture city Angers 7.5 miles (12km) away. Relax in this tranquil setting or stroll around the château in Brissac, with its own weekly market. Golf and fishing available as well as walking, cycling and horse riding, and many other activities. Shops 1.25 miles (2km), café/bar and restaurant 0.75 miles.
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Hotel Royal Picardie Albert
Stay in this charming 3-star Best Western hotel in Albert in the Somme, region of Picardy, France. The Best Western Hotel Royal Picardie is located in the quaint town of Albert, surrounded by rich historical sites including main Somme Battlefields and Memorials of the First World War (Thiepval, Beaumont-Hamel, Pozi?res, Villers-Bretonneux, Longueval, Rancourt, Arras, La Boisselle?) as well as the most beautiful cathedrals (Amiens, Beauvais, Reims and the Champagne area). You can visit in Albert the Somme 1916 Museum, which retraces life in the trenches during the war, the Basilique Notre-Dame-De-Brebi?res famous for its statue of the golden Virgin;
Normandy Gite to rent
Set at the end of a peaceful country lane with amazing views into the valley, is this pretty, spacious detached holiday cottage. Lovingly refurbished, featuring beams throughout and a garden and terrace from which the spires of Le Mont St Michel are visible on a clear day 
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Inter Hotel Les Grandes Tours DinanOffering amicable atmosphere and homely service, the Inter Hotel Les Grandes Tours Dinan caters to the needs of discerning travellers. Ideally located in the historical centre of Dinan, this property is close to the castle of Duchess Anne and Saint-Louis Gate. This hotel offers 34 beautifully appointed accommodation units that are meticulously embellished with all the standard amenities Inter Hotel Les Grandes Tours DinanLes Alizes Hotel Dinard
With its central location, Hotel Les Alizes is within easy reach of most tourist attractions and business addresses in Dinard. The Hotel Les Alizes boasts a convenient location with modern amenities in every guestroom and superb service.Each guestroom is tastefully appointed with Non Smoking Rooms, Daily Newspaper, Desk, Hair Dryer, Television , Shower, Satellite/Cable TV. Les Alizes Hotel Dinard
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It is located in a pleasant peaceful location yet is not far away from Calais. The coast is only 3.1 miles (5km) with nice beaches and high cliffs like Wissant between Cap Blanc-Nez and Cap Gris-Nez Subscribe To This Site     
The port of Boulogne Arras street market
Hotel Moderne Arras
Behind its stylish exterior the Moderne features a contemporary setting and refined comfort: 55 guest rooms with bathroom, private w.c., direct dial phone, satellite television and radio alarm, 2 seminar rooms.The Moderne is particularly well located in the heart of Arras, 5 minutes from the Grand Place Boulogne market
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This delightful complex is made up of 52 recently built comfortable terraced cottages with communal pool and green spaces. The pool has both indoor and outdoor areas as well as free access to jacuzzi and hamman. Laundry on site.
