Abbey Fontevraud et Île de Ré

My friends, Eva, Chelsea, Abbi, and I at Abbey Fontevraud

A rollercoaster-like elevated pathway in the courtyard of the abbey

Saint Martin de Ré

Macarons!

All of the American students at Île de Ré

Today, my family and I visited a nearby town for a medieval festival (like a Renaissance fair).  The highlight was exploring the subterranean refuge underneath the ruins of a 3rd century castle.  I also got to watch the French TV coverage of the 100th Tour de France finishing in Paris.