France Pt. 2--Fougeres

The first day trip that Genavee and I took was to the beautiful town of Fougeres, an hour's bus ride from Rennes.  Fougeres is home to one of the best-preserved medieval fortresses in France; the first fortifications were build in the 11th century and became especially important during the violence of the Hundred Years War.

It was amazing to be able to walk all around the ramparts of this fortress, climb up its towers and wander through the ruins of the old manor house and chapel.  As a history lover, I was in heaven!

The town of Fougeres sits up on a hill overlooking the fortress. 

We climbed up the hill to look in the cathedral, then walked through town (stopping in a fascinating little museum about an impressionist painter who was born in Fougeres).  We also saw a statue of Colonel Armand, a hero of the American Revolution, who was from Fougeres as well.

Fougeres embodies the Brittany region: its history, beauty, and charm.  I am so glad that Genavee decided to take me there!