Hello everyone ! My name is Sophia, I am an American student and I spent an unforgettable autumn in Provence, with Virginie. During this week, I not only learned French, but I also discovered typical autumn activities in Provence. Each day allowed me to enrich my vocabulary while enjoying the landscapes and local traditions. Here I share with you my three best moments of my immersion week.
Harvest in the vineyards: discovery and learning in Provence
Autumn in Provence is synonymous with grape harvests. With Virginie, I visited several vineyards to find out how the grape harvest takes place. It was really fascinating to learn the whole process of making wine, from harvest to bottling. In addition, the landscapes of the vineyards in autumn are magnificent with the vines in golden and red colors. This moment was also an opportunity to practice my French by learning vocabulary related to viticulture, such as the words "cépage" and "harvest". An enriching and delicious experience!
Chestnut festival in Collobrières: immersion stay in Provençal traditions
Another highlight of my stay was our visit to the Chestnut Festival in Collobrières. This festival is a true celebration of autumn in Provence, with tastings of roasted chestnuts and chestnut products. There was a festive atmosphere with entertainment for everyone, and it was the perfect opportunity to discover local flavors while interacting with artisans and producers. Virginie helped me understand the vocabulary around chestnuts and I further improved my vocabulary related to gastronomy.
Walk in cedar forest in the Luberon: nature and tranquility in autumn
To end my week in style, Virginie suggested a walk in the magnificent Cedar Forest of the Luberon. In autumn, the colors of the leaves change and create breathtaking landscapes. We walked through the trails, admiring the beauty of the majestic trees. Virginie guided me on the best routes, which allowed me to fully enjoy nature while practicing my French. It was a peaceful and rejuvenating day, ideal for reconnecting with nature while continuing to learn.
An autumn rich in learning and discoveries in Provence
My autumn in Provence with Virginie was an incredible adventure, full of cultural and natural discoveries. Each activity allowed me to perfect my French, whether during the harvest, at the festival or during our walks in the countryside. Thanks to this immersion course in Provence, I not only learned new words, but I also discovered Provence from an authentic and warm perspective. I highly recommend Provence in autumn to anyone who loves nature, food and wants to immerse themselves in the local culture while improving their French.
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