Geography

On the black roads?

Discover in text, map, video and links the spirit of walking in France, On the black roads, Sur les chemins noirs in french.
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The Saint-Dié-des-Vosges International Geography Festival

Every early autumn, Saint-Dié-des-Vosges is transformed into an open-air university: a free festival that brings together nearly 40,000 participants, researchers, authors and the curious, to explore the world through maps, ideas and terrain.
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Map of France of eternal pollutants (PFAS)

PFAS, also known as eternal pollutants, are very persistent chemical substances that are present everywhere, including in water in France. Find out more about the state of play, the health risks and the unique national mapping tool for a better understanding of this pollution.
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Map of water restrictions in France

At a time when every drop counts, VigiEau is becoming the public compass, providing real-time information on water restrictions for different audiences, as well as tips on how to save water. Free of charge, geolocated and fed with official data, the site provides simple, accurate information.
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France’s southern motorway (A75)

The A75 motorway links Clermont-Ferrand (Puy-de-Dôme) to Béziers (Hérault), crossing the Massif Central from north to south. Around 340 kilometres long, it forms part of a wider north-south route linking Paris to the Mediterranean via the A71 to the north and the A9 to the south. Nicknamed the Méridienne in reference to its direction. A
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Erik Orsenna’s travel diary along the Rhône

As part of the initiative for the world’s great rivers, Erik Orsenna, writer and academician, set off on a journey along the Rhône. Here is his original account, accompanied by a summary and map of his journey.
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