From the French Countryside to Classical Concerts in Paris, Episode 557

Join Us in France Travel Podcast

Annie Sargent

History, Art, Lifestyle, Travel, Paris, Places & Travel, Culture, Tour, Language, Monuments, Society & Culture, Visit, France

4.6 • 1K Ratings

🗓️ 3 August 2025

⏱️ 62 minutes

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Summary

Ever wondered what it’s like to explore the French countryside on horseback and by foot?

In From the French Countryside to Classical Concerts in Paris, host Annie Sargent chats with Casey and Molly, two sisters who share their recent adventures through rural France. This episode is packed with off-the-beaten-path ideas for travelers who love nature, history, and cultural surprises.

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The sisters didn’t just pass through France—they immersed themselves in it. They stayed at Mas de Peyrelongue, a welcoming equestrian farm where visitors can ride horses "à la carte" while practicing their French with the hosts. For hikers, they found a gem: the Abbey of Sainte-Eulalie Espagnac, a peaceful stop along a local trail where walkers can rest for the night. They also visited the Château d'Ygrande in the Auvergne, a gorgeous countryside retreat with an elegant restaurant—perfect for relaxing in a beautiful natural setting.

But their journey didn’t stop there. After their rural adventures, they returned to Paris for a very different kind of experience: a classical concert at Sainte-Chapelle and a stroll through the Marais.

This episode is a great listen for travelers looking for slower, more personal ways to enjoy France. Whether you're planning your next trip or just dreaming of France, don’t miss this story.

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0:00.0	This is Join us in France episode 557.
0:21.5	Bonjour, I'm Annie Sargent, and join us in France is the podcast where we take a conversational journey
0:26.9	through the beauty, culture, and flavors of France.
0:30.4	Today, I bring you a conversation with Casey Amistead and Molly Peterson about their adventures
0:36.1	exploring Paris and the French countryside, discover
0:39.2	hidden gems, horseback riding, vegan travel tips, and unforgettable moments in iconic places,
0:48.1	like Roca Madur and Toulouse.
0:50.9	Listen in for practical advice, inspiration, and stories that will make you want to plan your
0:55.9	own French getaway, I'm sure. This podcast runs on Chocolatine, caffeine and the support of
1:01.6	lovely humans like you. You book itinerary consults, take my voice map tours, ride shotgun
1:07.5	in my electric car, come to the boot camp or slip me a few euros on Patreon,
1:12.4	and I love you for it.
1:14.3	Want to keep me going and skip the ads?
1:17.2	There's a link for that in the show notes.
1:18.8	Head to join us in France.com for a slash boutique to purchase any of my services and thank you.
1:25.8	For the magazine part of the podcast, after my chat with Casey and Molly today,
1:30.8	I'll discuss over tourism in Montmartre from a local perspective.
1:36.6	You know, we've been hearing about that a lot on French news,
1:39.5	but I bet it's not getting talked about too much on travel channels.
1:44.2	And yeah, I would like to keep it real and let you know that there's another side to over tourism.
1:59.9	Bonjour Molly Peterson and Casey Armistead and welcome to join us in France.
2:04.9	Bonjour!
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