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Winter at the Coeurs means sitting in front of a warm fire with friends after skating through the Coeur countryside!
This is a fabulous way to see the stunning landscape. Starting at Lieu d'Idylle, you will travel through gorges, over lakes, around windmills, under and over bridges, through tunnels, and along canals, all while fighting the snow in your face. Race with your friends!
The 10 region course is clearly marked with both logs and arrows. At normal "Run" speed (CTRL-R), the course takes about 15 minutes to complete when there is no one else in the region. If you just want to explore, feel free to jump the logs and visit other waterways.
“It’s a dangerous business going out of your door. You step into the Road, and if you don’t keep your feet, there is no knowing where you might be swept off to.”
Used in conjunction with The Fitness Nerd's Walking to Mordor & Back spreadsheet and a pedometer (I'm using my Fitbit) you have everything you need to begin your quest to destroy the ring. You can start at any time and please proceed at your own pace; fast or slow it's all good!
Just as my glow from Chanel's "Versailles" Collection (see Chanel in Versailles: Seriously Frivolous ) was fading, along came some equally delightful Versailles related news!
The SNCF, France's national state-owned railway company, has just unveiled the first of their commuter trains decorated with iconic scenes from the Château de Versailles including; the Hall of Mirrors, Louis XVI's Library, Marie Antoinette's Chamber in the Petit Trianon and the Belvedere from her English Garden.
Hall of Mirrors
Graffiti-resistant, laminated panels were used to transfer the images which are slated for a number of trains on the The RER C line traveling between Paris and Versailles. This means that tourists get a preview of Versailles before they even arrive while locals can enjoy these works of art on their daily commutes.
Louis XVI's Library
Louis XVI's Library
I was tickled to see Louis XVI's Library which was my inspiration for The Queen's Library SL. You will notice that the books are the same.
Cotelle Gallery Ceiling
These cherubs have also make a frequent appearance on my SL ceilings including that of The Queen's House.
The Belvedere
Installing The Belvedere
And then there are details from the Belvedere, that beautiful octagonal structure celebrating the seasons that was created by Richard Mique for Marie Anotinette's English Garden in the Petit Trianon. And last, but certainly not least ...
Marie Antoinette's Chamber - Petit Trianon
From the Petit Trianon, Marie Antoinette's Chamber. Yes, for me it's just about as close to heaven as a commuter train can possibly get. I imagine myself riding these trains over & over again so that I can thoroughly enjoy all six of their decorated cars. Fortunately, these fabulous interiors will remain in place for the next two years so I might just get that chance!
