Vichy - Queen of the Old Spa Towns - France 🇫🇷

Vichy, where we spent two nights, is located in an old volcanic area that has been dormant for the last 150,000 years. The heat that remains below ground is responsible for the existence of nearly 300 springs, many of them hot. The town became well established and popular during Roman times. The curative effects of the waters was brought attention in 1676 when the Marquise de Sevigny visited and the town through her contacts and writings started to become fashionable. Two daughters of Louis XV arrived in the 1760`s and after a later visit in 1785 they persuaded their nephew, Louis XVI, to build more luxurious accommodations. After revolution Napoleon`s mother arrived and the Parc des Sources was laid out. The town`s increasing popularity saw the arrival in 1861 of the Emperor Napoleon III and his wife Eugenie. Separate houses (cottages) were built for the Imperial couple and other luminaries of the Second Empire. Parks, grand boulevards and a building boom followed. After the fall of the Empire the "Belle Epoch" saw continuing growth with more grand buildings, spa facilities and a new Opera House. WW1 saw only a temporary pause in growth and the town became a really popular destination for tourists from French Algeria. WW2 though changed everything. Vichy found itself the capital (although Paris remained officially capital) of the rump "State of France" comprising that area not annexed by Nazi Germany. Vichy France could do little other than collaborate with the Nazi`s. After the war the town resumed its life of leisure welcoming many crowned heads and film stars. It acquired the name "Queen of Spa Towns". By 1963 the river Allier was dammed and a lake created alongside the city. A couple of decades of decline though followed but today a revival is now well underway. Since the end of the 20th century works have been taking place to restore much of the grandeur of the spa town. While we were there the Parc des Sources was being restored and a facelift has been given to many grand buildings. Some though still await renewal. We explore the town beginning in a district to the south of the centre where many Art Nouveaux buildings can be seen. The church of St Blaise has a fabulous interior in the Art Deco style.
After wandering through the heart of the city we follow the line of parks that separate the built up area from the Lake Allier and complete a circuit of the waters. It was a surprisingly hot afternoon with brilliant blue skies and calm reflective waters. Somewhere else we hope to be able to visit again.
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  • @FloridaFlipFlops
    @FloridaFlipFlops2 ай бұрын

    Like 13 👍 💯 ❤

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Big thanks once again.

  • @SUPERGENKI
    @SUPERGENKI2 ай бұрын

    Such a beautiful place - great to explore with you. Many thanks for sharing with us my friend. Warm greetings, Thomas

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you Thomas for watching. Hope you are having a great weekend.

  • @Packsalot
    @PacksalotАй бұрын

    Beautiful stained glass. Awesome walk through the area. That riverfront was beautiful. Those reflections were amazing. Thanks for the tour. Have a wonderful day.

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    Ай бұрын

    Vichy was quite a lovely place to stroll. So peaceful and relaxed. Some unusual architectural ideas too. Thanks for watching once more. I hope you are having a great day wherever you happen to be today.

  • @FloridaFlipFlops
    @FloridaFlipFlops2 ай бұрын

    Hello from your friends in Naples, Florida. Wow, that is a beautiful town. We enjoyed, and have to compliment you on the music selection. Thanks for sharing the amazing views with us, have a great week 👍 💯 ❤

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    You are very kind. Vichy is calm, relaxed and elegant. Glad you continue to enjoy seeing our trips. Best wishes from the UK.

  • @oliviagames23
    @oliviagames232 ай бұрын

    amazing place , new friend here.

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks and welcome to the channel. I am glad you like what you found. Best wishes from the UK.

  • @TheJournalofanExplorer
    @TheJournalofanExplorer2 ай бұрын

    What a beautiful, idyllic location! That artwork in the Church was truly stunning.

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    We were surprised as we stepped inside as the outside to us looked a little neglected. There was so much beauty within to enjoy. Thanks for watching. Have a great day.

  • @exploringtvtv4748
    @exploringtvtv4748Ай бұрын

    We always love seeing the old churches - they are so elegant and elaborate!! Wow - the mirror reflection on that lake was incredible!

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    29 күн бұрын

    Vichy was a really interesting place to explore. Thanks for taking a look.

  • @EURAMBLER
    @EURAMBLER2 ай бұрын

    Good sharing 👌

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @trvlnthru
    @trvlnthru2 ай бұрын

    I love the painted ceiling and all the stained glass at the church. Vichy looks like a lovely town. We enjoyed seeing all the fountains and architecture - and enjoyed reading about its history in the description as well. Thanks for sharing Vichy with us!

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Still a lot of work was being done restoring buildings and parks to their former glory. Hope to go again and see the progress. Thanks for taking a look. Best wishes from the UK.

  • @inbetween-days
    @inbetween-days2 ай бұрын

    Hi Ivor and Robert. Stunning view from the bridge. The water is so beautiful. Stain glass windows are so colourful. Amazing ceilings. Love the Opera House. Water features are fantastic. So many wonderful places. Always enjoy watching the swans. Thank you for sharing. Best wishes Dave and Dawn ❤️

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching. It was another really enjoyable day. So many on this trip. Vichy had so many negative associations after WW2 but it is a lovely place and one to which we hope to return. It was hardly the towns fault that its location, not too far from Paris, and the fact that after Paris it had the most hotel rooms (suitable for the influx of collaborating politicians) led to it becoming the capital of the French State. It is great seeing old spas like this being reborn. Hope you are having another fascinating trip this weekend. Best wishes to you both. Ivor & Robert

  • @Terry.W
    @Terry.W2 ай бұрын

    Lots of wonderful history.

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    So many stories everywhere in our world.

  • @CowboyJojosAdventures
    @CowboyJojosAdventures2 ай бұрын

    Beautiful scenery and chateau. Loved the landscape. Thank you for taking us along Robert and Ivor. Have a wonderful weekend.

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you for watching. Every day on these trips, as you are well aware, can bring something new and interesting to enjoy. Hope you are both enjoying a great start to the week.

  • @billyb5057
    @billyb50572 ай бұрын

    awesome church there hot springs nice views amazing buildings much to see *thumbs up👍Au💯full view always*

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you once more Billy. Best wishes once again from the UK.

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens2 ай бұрын

    Just gorgeous work, such a alluring and lovely atmosphere!

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you very much! Hope you are having yet another brilliant day out.

  • @IcelandVideoGallery
    @IcelandVideoGallery2 ай бұрын

    Always you amaze me with your beautiful videos. The church looks beautiful and all the surroundings. Great views. Thank you so much for making my day happy with beauty.

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you once more for your kind words. I hope you are enjoying a great weekend. Best wishes from the UK.

  • @kevinandange
    @kevinandange2 ай бұрын

    Wow. What a lovely town. The church is beautiful . The scenery is fantastic. Thanks for sharing with us my friend 😊👍

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    A very relaxed and elegant town. No rushing about here. Gentle strolls are the order of the day.

  • @wendingourway
    @wendingourway2 ай бұрын

    So beautiful and peaceful feeling!

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    It is a relaxed place. We even sat a while in the park overlooking the water for a while. It all seemed so relaxed. It could be just age catching up though.

  • @ebanggm
    @ebanggm2 ай бұрын

    Beautiful and nice view friend ❤. Thank you for sharing friend ♥️🌷♥️

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for watching. Have a great day.

  • @LetswalkaroundGothenburg3
    @LetswalkaroundGothenburg32 ай бұрын

    Hello, my friend😊This is a great upload😊Thanks for sharing😊 big like😊 Have a wonderful day👍

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much. Thanks for visiting.

  • @CraigKoppel
    @CraigKoppel2 ай бұрын

    That church is beautiful. I love all the stained glass. Cool to see Napoleon’s chalet too. Nice showing off of the lake too. 👍

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    I liked that Napoleon III had a separate chalet for the Empress. Hers looked more impressive. Thanks for taking a look once again. Best wishes from the UK.

  • @MyTravelChannel-RO
    @MyTravelChannel-RO2 ай бұрын

    Hello and best regards! Very nice views of such an amazing place. It was a pleasure to watch it.👍

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks for taking a look. Have a wonderful day.

  • @FrankenTravelers
    @FrankenTravelers2 ай бұрын

    Great shots. Thank you for showing me. Have a nice day.😉

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks. Hope you have a great day too.

  • @exploringtvtv4748
    @exploringtvtv47482 ай бұрын

    Beautiful place. Wonderful video as always! Have a nice weekend

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much. Best wishes from the UK.

  • @morgsjoboo2247
    @morgsjoboo22472 ай бұрын

    Hi Another beautiful video from your adventures in France 😊 The water is lovely, gorgeous reflections, love seeing the swans too. Thank you for sharing 😊 Hope you are well xx❤

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Vichy is a lovely relaxed but very elegant spa. Full of historical interest too. We were glad we had scheduled a two night stop here. Thanks for watching. Best wishes to you from Nottingham.

  • @NBNatureTrailvan
    @NBNatureTrailvan2 ай бұрын

    What a wonderful place Ivor. Throughout the vid some absolutely stunning reflections 😍. The stillness is very beautiful. The Eglise Saint Blaise is fantastic!! 😍😍😍

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks Dave, another wonderful place, France from top to bottom is a joy to visit.

  • @boulitravel
    @boulitravel2 ай бұрын

    This place is amazing. Have a nice evening.

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you! You too!

  • @waterfallmadman
    @waterfallmadman2 ай бұрын

    Marvelous stained glass in that church. Beautiful place

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    There was a lot to take in here, Nice town altogether. Thanks for taking a look.

  • @WalkandTalk_Toronto
    @WalkandTalk_Toronto2 ай бұрын

    建筑都很典雅漂亮,尤其详细介绍得教堂,小镇得花园也是处处美景,可以退休之处,谢谢朋友🙏🙏❤❤👍👍

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    这将是一个非常令人愉快的退休之地,有如此美丽的公园可供放松。不过,我差不多五年前退休了,还没有准备好放慢脚步。我想去看看、喜欢的地方还有很多。英国向您致以最良好的祝愿

  • @coloradoinmyeyesandtravel4904
    @coloradoinmyeyesandtravel49042 ай бұрын

    Beautiful place. Wonderful video as always! Have a nice weekend ❤

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you! You too!

  • @sezzyon
    @sezzyon2 ай бұрын

    Fantastic view, 100%!❤❤❤

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much.

  • @jasminmaria2
    @jasminmaria22 ай бұрын

    Hello from Brazil ☕️. Magnificent video and images. Beautiful.

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks for taking a look. Have a wonderful week.

  • @kreator673
    @kreator6732 ай бұрын

    Excellent. I like it very much. Have a good time. Greetings

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you! You too!

  • @CeritaFandaVancouver
    @CeritaFandaVancouver2 ай бұрын

    It melt my heart, knowing that such beauty originally was a volcanic area. Did you get to enjoy any hot springs? L28

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    We did not bathe ourselves but I am sure it would have been very lovely. We like to explore the place more than try out the thermal springs.

  • @jimvoitstraveller
    @jimvoitstraveller2 ай бұрын

    Very nice video, really like it my friend, thanks a lot and take care.😊😊👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🙋‍♂️🙋‍♂️

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you! You too!

  • @360.Outdoors.Videos
    @360.Outdoors.Videos2 ай бұрын

    Hello my friend . This is the town where I grew up dear friend . Here I was going to school , doing sport . Living my life as a kid ... ☀️☀️👑

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    You were lucky to be surrounded by such an environment. We enjoyed our short time here and would love to return to see the Parc des Sources and surrounds when the restoration/renovations have been completed. Thanks once more for watching.

  • @mikw1809
    @mikw18092 ай бұрын

    Fascinating to see and read about the history of Vichy with it's impressive opera house and spas. That photo of the swan at 3:46 is a belter, perfect image. Reminds me of the colours you get out of Pentax cameras

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    We use a canon camera for the still images like that of the swan. I was pleased with that. Thanks for taking a look. Hope you have a great weekend.

  • @adekristanto9790
    @adekristanto97902 ай бұрын

    Sebuah gedung opera bersejarah Vichy senang sekali diajak jalan jalan kesini kawanku,,,,terima kasih ya.

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thankyou so much for taking a look. Best wishes to you from the UK.

  • @jailtonmatos1
    @jailtonmatos12 ай бұрын

    Ótimos vídeos lindas imagens 👍

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you for watching. I hope you are enjoying a great weekend. Best wishes from the UK.

  • @marimbondomarimba
    @marimbondomarimba2 ай бұрын

    É sempre um prazer assistir seus lindos vídeos! Like 33. 🤝👍🇧🇷

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks for watching.

  • @Art_bouchra
    @Art_bouchra2 ай бұрын

    Very nice 😊

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much.

  • @emytours
    @emytours2 ай бұрын

    fantastic view ❤ 6:13

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks once more. Have a happy day.

  • @FattyDaddyReviews
    @FattyDaddyReviews2 ай бұрын

    Another beautiful video, thanks for sharing. 😎

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    Thanks for taking a look.

  • @wanderingoutyonder
    @wanderingoutyonder2 ай бұрын

    We always love seeing the old churches - they are so elegant and elaborate!! Wow - the mirror reflection on that lake was incredible!

  • @IvorsTravels

    @IvorsTravels

    2 ай бұрын

    France is full of treasures. Such a calm, relaxed and elegant town. Thanks for taking the time to join us once more. Hope you are both well and enjoying everyday.

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