St Emilion 22 August 2017

We arose early this morning had our brekky downstairs and headed to the station to catch a train to Saint Emilion.  We had been to the tourist info centre yesterday and she suggested we do this. 

Our journey was about 35 mins.  We alighted from the train in a small siding it was a 20 min walk into Saint Emilion.  WOW what a place just beyond anyone’s imaginings really.  It is completely intact not affected by World War II. 

They say there are few historic villages in France that attract the same affection and inspire such passion and romanticism as St Emilion.  Arguably the most famous viticultural centre in France outside the city of Bordeaux itself, this small village is a powerful advertisement for the pleasures of making wine.  The Church is celebrating its 1,250 year jubilee and it was began by Emilian. 

We both said today was indeed a special day in a very special place. 

We caught the train back had a small rest and then went across the street for dinner.  Saint Emilion is somewhere not to be missed.  We leave here tomorrow morning for Toulouse for two days and then on to Lyon.  Love Sabine and Sam  xxx