Imagine: You’ve Won! What You’ll Discover on Our Great Global Giveaway Adventure to Europe
Imagine this: you open up your January 2025 Road Scholar catalog to find a golden ticket inside. You’ve won our Great Global Giveaway, our contest celebrating 50 years of Road Scholar offering seven learning adventures of a lifetime for two people, including airfare, on one of seven continents.
Now imagine the adventure that you won is a riverboat voyage in Europe through the art history of France. As you sail along the Provence and Burgundy regions, you’ll delve into the lives and work of some of the world’s most iconic artists, including Van Gogh, Monet and Matisse. It will be a journey through time and culture — here are our top sites along this journey for you to look forward to!
Port in Nice
Nice
Nice is a city informally known as the capital of the French Riviera, due to its wealth of art, local cuisine and fascinating history. Get a taste of Nice for yourself as you explore some of its gems, including Mont Boron Hill, which offers panoramic city views, and the Monastery Gardens, which feature ruins that shed light into the stories of Nice’s past. The crown jewel is the Matisse Museum, filled with a comprehensive collection of Henri Matisse’s artwork from all periods of his life.
Aix-en-Provence
A city filled with architectural heritage, Aix-en-Provence became known as “the Florence of Provence” due to its public and private buildings that exude nobility and grandeur. Such structures include the Saint Sauveur Cathedral, the Archbishop’s place and the Palace of Justice. The surrounding landscapes were an inspiration for Paul Cézanne, who was born in Aix-en-Provence.
Roman ampitheatre in Arles
Arles
Arles has a history that dates back to the Roman empire, and notable architectural pieces around the city showcase this history. Embark on a walking exploration of the old city of Arles to discover the Roman and Romanesque monuments and cultural icons that contribute to the old city’s status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The landscapes of Arles also served as inspiration for some of the works of Van Gogh.
Lyon
Lyon is full of fascinating secrets and cultural history, playing a role in its designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Old Lyon is connected by traboules, or secret passageways that link streets by cutting direct paths through buildings, adding to its sense of mystery. Wander these passages and discover the city’s Renaissance connections.
Bridge over the Rhone River in Lyon
Paris
It is an iconic site in France for a reason — Paris is full of opportunities for learning, including its connections to art history. From its famed museums like the Musée d'Orsay and the Musée de l’Orangerie to artists like Picasso and Degas, it’s impossible to miss the influence that Paris has had on art. Visit these museums and walk in the footsteps of artists both past and present as you explore the City of Light.
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