France - Inge goes to the Dordogne & Ben goes to Marseille for the World Cup

Well, after we got back from Spain, I had one day to get my washing done before heading to the airport again, this time to fly to Toulouse to see the Hardman's again for the weekend. They had rented a house in the Dordogne, specifically a tiny place called Nadillac de Rouge, with some friends of theirs (Craig, Kristen and their daughter Anna). I went for the weekend as Craig and Jeff were heading to Marseille, where Ben was meeting them, for the Rugby World Cup Quarter Finals.

The weather wasn't that great, but we had a lovely time with a few outings (not very long as with a 2 and 1 year old it was a bit difficult) to Sarlat on market day and this wonderful town called Beynac with an amazing medieval castle perched high up above the river. The castle is still privately owned and lived in, which is amazing, and gives amazing views over the valley. Unfortunately it was very misty, so we couldn't see much, but the kids loved running around.

I really enjoyed my time there, especially getting to know Liam and Miss Anna and sitting down with the girls and a glass of wine in the evening once the kids had gone to bed!

Meanwhile the boys were having a great time in Marseille, despite the poor result for Australia. From the sound of it, I'm glad none of us girls went with them!!

The House in Nadaillac de Rouge

Jeff & Jacquie relaxing in the afternoon sun

Beynac Castle

A small dining room and list of the Barons of Beynac (still privately owned)

Looking down from Beynac Castle and from the valley below

Jacquie and Kristin keeping a watchful eye on Liam and Anna around the castle!


The Rugby Stadium in Marseille - Jeff and Craig enjoying a night out.

Love Ben & Inge xo