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In the News (Thu 31 Dec 09)

  
  Roquebrune-Cap-Martin travel: Maps, Chateau, Cap Martin, Grottos, History, France - Provence Beyond
Roquebrune village is a medieval village perched on a rocky outcrop high over the Mediterranean.
Medieval: Roquebrune was ruled in the 13th century by the lords of Vintimillia, and was disputed between the Count of Genoa and the Counts of Provence.
Although the Duchy of Savoy had sovereign authority of the region from 1448, Roquebrune remained with the Grimaldis for the next five centuries.
www.beyond.fr /villages/roquebrunecm.html   (715 words)

  
 Provence Web Roquebrune sur Argens
Roquebrune, link between the Maures and the Esterel is a far reaching town.
It spreads all the way to the sea in the southeast (Les Issambres), to the north to the woods of Malvoisin, and to the rocks of Roquebrune in the west(chapel Notre Dame de la Roquette).
Roquebrune is rich both culturally and architecturally and offers its visitors pleasant and enriching walks.
www.provenceweb.fr /e/var/roqbrune/roqbrune.htm   (171 words)

  
 Roquebrune-sur-Argens - Provence Beyond
Looking beyond the newness, Roquebrune is located in an expansive pine forest, accentuated by the beautiful red cliffs of the Rocher de Roquebrune (photo, left) and cooled by the Argens river.
From the 14th to 16th century, Roquebrune was a main wheat growing area.
Northwest of town, the GR51 goes along the southern edge of the beautiful red rocks of the Rocher de Roquebrun, then crosses the autoroute at Le Muy and goes up into the forested hills around the Gorges de Blavet and Bagnols-en-Forêt.
www.beyond.fr /villages/roquebrunesa.html   (805 words)

  
 Roquebrune and Cap-Martin : Introduction | Frommers.com
Roquebrune, along the Grande Corniche, is a charming mountain village with vaulted streets.
Five kilometers (3 miles) west of Menton and 2km (1 1/2 miles) west of Roquebrune, Cap-Martin is a satellite of the larger resort, associated with the rich and famous since Empress Eugénie wintered here in the 19th century.
In time the resort was honored by the presence of Sir Winston Churchill, who came here often in his final years.
www.frommers.com /destinations/roquebruneandcap-martin/0715010001.html   (210 words)

  
 VirtualTourist.com - Pavlik_NL's Roquebrune-Cap-Martin Travel Page
Between Menton and Monaco, a large manucipality is stretching from the mountains towards the sea and includes the peninsula Cap Martin.
The built area on the rocky slopes of the "Alpes Maritime" carries the name Roquebrune, which translated means something like "Brown Rocks".
Roquebrune is situated on the rocks that rise from the mediterranean.
members.virtualtourist.com /m/31ce3/1726c   (407 words)

  
 TrekEarth | Sunset over Roquebrune Photo   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
This is a photo of Roquebrune, probably not the correct spelling, but hey!
Roquebrune is a small village near our campsite next to Frejus.
I have always seen the mountain in the right of the photo as the landmark for Roquebrune ever since I was small.
www.trekearth.com /gallery/Europe/France/photo247326.htm   (127 words)

  
 Roquebrune Cap Martin - French Riviera - Provence Web
The history of Roquebrune Cap Martin is felt everywhere, much to the pleasure of history and architecture lovers, and those nostalgic for the Roaring Twenties.
The past reveals itself in the medieval village and castle,St. Marguerite's church, the ancient olive tree, the cave of Vallonet and Le Corbusier's cabin.
The luxury of the villas, some of which resemble palaces remind us that here, in Roquebrune, statesmen, royalty, writers, and artists all came looking for inspiration and rest : Winston Churchill, Coco Chanel, Sacha Guitry, Jacques Brel, Silvana Mangano.....
www.provenceweb.fr /e/alpmarit/roquebru/roquebru.htm   (151 words)

  
 Roquebrune and Cap-Martin : Planning a Trip   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Getting There -- To drive to Roquebrune and Cap-Martin, follow N7 east for 26km (16 miles) from Nice.
To reach Roquebrune, you'll have to take a taxi.
You can take a bus, but there's no formal bus station in Roquebrune; you get off on the side of the highway.
www.frommers.com /destinations/print-narrative.cfm?destID=715&catID=0715010002   (115 words)

  
 ipedia.com: William Butler Yeats Article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
The well known opening lines of the final section of this poem read simply: "Earth receive an honored guest: / William Yeats is laid to rest.".
Yeats was first buried at Roquebrune, until his body was moved to Drumecliff, Sligo in September, 1948.
Of this location, Yeats said, "the place that has really influenced my life most is Sligo." The town is also home to a statue and memorial building in Yeats's honour.
www.ipedia.com /william_butler_yeats.html   (1231 words)

  
 Apartments in Roquebrune, French Riviera   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-18)
Check through the list for accommodations in French Riviera by area.
Use these pages to select the Apartment that suits your needs in Roquebrune.
Check through our properties in French Riviera, whether you are travelling for business or pleasure.
www.rivieraby.com /accommod/roquebrune_apartment_riviera.htm   (104 words)

  
 The Official Website of Sir Sean Connery - Micheline's Gallery
Micheline Roquebrune Connery's paintings have been on show in Chicago, Athens, France, Rome, and The National Museum of Women in the Arts in Washington D.C. Welcome to Micheline's Online Gallery
French-born artist, Micheline Roquebrune Connery enjoys the ritual of painting, and uses her art as an outlet of expression and self-fulfillment.
We are grateful to Micheline for allowing us to show some of her work on this site, and invite you to peruse and enjoy!
www.seanconnery.com /gallery   (170 words)

  
 VirtualTourist.com - Roquebrune-Cap-Martin Tips - Pictures, Tips and Reviews
On the 5th of August Roquebrune is in a festival atmosphere.
It is done exactly the way it was done since 1467, the year the plague was defeated and in return the procession was a sign of gratitude towards God.
On Good Friday another famous procession goes through Roquebrune.
www.virtualtourist.com /travel/Europe/France/Provence_Alpes_Cote_dAzur/Roquebrune_Cap_Martin-94828/Local_Customs-Roquebrune_Cap_Martin-BR-1.html   (251 words)

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