A walk around L’Isle Saint Louis.

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Isle Saint Louis, Paris, restaurants, Walks

A walk around this charming, picturesque tree-lined quays from Pont Louis-Philippe to Quai d’Anjou, taking in the 17th-century hotels that infuse the area with a great sense of period. It then penetrates into the heart of the Island along the main street, but Saint-Louis en l’isle, enlivened by chic restaurants, cafes, art galleries and boutiques, before returning to the north side of the island and back to Pont Marie.

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Brasserie Saint -Louis en l’Isle.

Metro Pont Marie to rue Jean du Bellay.

From the Pont Marie metro station, walk down quai des Celestins and quai de l’hotel de Ville. Lined with traditional bookstalls, from where there is a very good view of Isle Saint Louis. turn left at Pont Louis Philippe and having crossed it , take the steps down to the lower quay immediately to the right. Walk around the tree-shaded west-point of the Island then up the other side to the Pont Saint Louis. Opposite the bridge , on the corner of Rue Jean du Bellay, is the Flore en L’Isle, the smartest cafe on the island.

Tips for walkers.

Starting Point: Pont Marie Metro.

Length: 1.6 miles ( 2.6 km)

Getting there. The walk starts from Pont Marie Metro. However, bus Route 67 takes you to rue du Pont Louis-Phillipe and also crosses the Island along Rue des Deux Ponts and Boulevard Pont de Sully ; Routes 86 and 87 also cross the island along Boulevard Pont de Sully.

Stopping off points.

There are cafes , such as Flore en L’Isle and the Berthillon shop for Ice cream. The restaurants on Rue Saint-Louis en l’Isle include L’Auberge de La Reine Blanche ( NO. 30) and also Au Gourmet de L’Isle ( NO.42), as well as a Patisserie and Cheese shop. Two good resting spots are the tree shaded quays and square Barye to the Eastern end of the Island.

Le Flore en L’Isle.

Restaurant Flore en l’Isle.

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Memorable Itineraries, Seven perfect days in Provence

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Anne Suire Owner, Foraging for mushrooms Provence, Itineraries, Luxury Travel Consultant2, Provence, restaurants, truffle hunting, villa rentals

Memorable Itineraries by Luxury Travel Consultant2 – Luxury Travel Guide for Provence, featuring villa, nightlife, restaurant, interesting sightseeing and our tour recommendations in Provence, 2015.

We have chosen some of France’s most beloved destinations and with the help of our best travel insider in the travel business,  Luxury Travel Consultant2 owner has revealed her secrets, treasures and her experiences. The result is a series of step-by-step trips that will truly surprise and delight those who have never been to the destination before or who have been a few times.

Each of our detailed itineraries have been created and perfected by the company, each can be brought as is with just an email or phone call. Let the true romance begin!

Would you like us to plan a trip for you?, contact us at anne@luxurytravelconsultant2.com

We also offer villa accommodation, private chef, drivers / tour guides and the best itineraries to explore the region.

Want to go truffle hunting or foraging or fishing? we will make it happen for you.

The South of France has never been short of visitors. Its blue Luberon mountains, beautiful coastline, breathtaking lavender fields, and honey stone hilltop villages have truly inspired everyone from Nostradamus to Van Gogh. The Romans had settled in the second-century b.c;  Even the Vatican transplanted here from Rome. Provence is 12,124 miles and six departments. The small towns’ attractions range from Farmer’s markets to world-famous vineyards, famous brocantes, truffle tasting, foraging to fishing in just 7 days, and how to see it leaving the tourist hordes behind. Our trips take place in the early to late spring ( March to June) and early to late Fall to winter ( September – December).

The tours also include scoping out medieval churches and Roman ruins as well as a Provence for Art Lovers or the best historic architecture; we also invite you to taste Provence, drink the wines and eat the food.

Want to explore Provence with the kids or without and go hiking , visit the beautiful beaches, go on a wine tour. Together we can design a great itinerary and skip the hip seaside of the Cote D’Azur in favor of low key and majestic Luberon or The beautiful Camargue, horseback riding, a wonderful dinner at a chef’s table and also a cooking class.

Behind, Luxury Travel Consultant2 is Anne Suire who grew up in France and got to spend time at the family vacation home in Provence. Anne was born and raised in France and moved to the States when she was in her early 20’s. She loves the South of France, the people, the food and the  Provencal culture. For information regarding tours and itineraries, villa rental and more, contact her at anne@luxurytravelconsultant2.com

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