Autumn in France| A Road Trip:Basilique Notre Dame 'd Avioth

[@chrisbentleywalkingandrambling]

It certainly is a beautiful building Anita. Such history. I'm glad they are competing work on such a historical place. Thanks for sharing.

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Hello Chris, lovely to hear from you. I too applaud the restoration. I'd love to come back one day to see it finished. Enjoy your Sunday. 👌🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝

[@AishusCraftyKidsClub]

Autumn 🍁 in France Lovely views Anita darling 😍

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Thank you Aishu. It sure is a wonderful Autumn. ❤🇳🇱🙋‍♀️🥝

[@DroningVeteran]

Such a wonderful video. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Loved reading the comment- I so appreciate your support to the channel. Sending love. 👌🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝

[@HereToCheers]

What a beautiful basilica! It’s amazing to see how they’re working hard to restore it. This place has such an incredible history. This restoration is truly a labor of love. It’s wonderful to see how much care is going into preserving such a historically significant place. places like this really make you appreciate history and faith. You’ve captured the essence of this basilica so beautifully, even with the renovation work happening. Wow, those ancient steps leading to the pulpit are just incredible-so much history in every step!

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Good Monday morning. What a lovely comment to wake up to. It was almost an honour to walk here. I am continually astounded at the workmanship from yesteryear. While walking the isles one can almost hear the congregation whispering and walking down the isles. I’ve made a mental note to revisit in two to three years time. It’s not that far from where I live. Thank for the support and kind words. Enjoy your week. 🙏🇳🇱🙋‍♀️🥝

[@OutandaboutwithAndy]

It's good to see this church being preserved for future generations, Anita.

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Thanks Andy- I totally agree. 👌🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝

[@lightofgodindarkness]

Stay safe sister

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Thank you. 🙏🇳🇱🙋‍♀️🥝

[@annettemargaret4197]

Atmospheric and very special.❤

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

@@annettemargaret4197 Thank you Annette. Always appreciate your comment and support on my channel. Enjoy your Labour Weekend. 🥰🇳🇱🙋‍♀️🥝

[@The_Brit_Girls]

How wonderful this magnificent Basilique is being extensively renovated. Thank you for explaining what a basilique is. I enjoyed hearing the story of the miraculous discovery of a wooden statue of the Virgin and Child in the 12th century, leading to the wonderful building being built. A delightful video ❤✨🌹

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Thank you girls. It was a pure joy to walk around these walls which have withstood the struggles of time. Thinking I might have to revisit in a few years. Have an awesome weekend. And as always, thanks for the great support to my channel. ❤🇳🇱🙋‍♀️🥝

[@vrosaroses]

Amazing architecture! Glad the church is well reserved to this day! I like the stained glass windows 👍🏼❤️Thanks for sharing Anita! Like the sunflowers at the end too!

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

I was very impressed with the basilica and how amazing it must have looked when first built. I'd love to see it again in about three years time. Thanks Rosa, lovely to ready your comment. 🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝👌

[@GENerationXplorers]

Absolutely beautiful and superbly narrated! Gorgeous architecture! Sunflowers 🌻 my favourite! Thanks Anita looking forward to the next episode ❤

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

@@GENerationXplorers thanks Nick and Jill. It was quite impressive. Working hard to get the videos edited 🤣🤣🤣. Enjoy your weekend. 😎🇳🇱🙋‍♀️🥝

[@RetiredLovingIt]

Wow! How beautiful! So interesting. Thanks for showing us this gorgeous place

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the comment. Always lovely to hear from you. Have a great weekend. 😎🇳🇱🙋‍♀️🥝

[@yasminshikingmission]

It’s a stunning building 😊 beautiful stain glass windows, liked seeing the old steps you can see they have worn smooth too just showing there age. Also just had to say I loved the sunflowers too at the end 🌻🌻🌻😊

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

It's amazing how good those windows still were I have to say. The whole explore inside was amazing. Those stone steps sure had an impact on me. So worn - and beautiful with it. Thanks Yasmin, appreciate the support and your lovely comment. 👌🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝

[@NewHorizonsTravel]

The architecture of the church is impressive and well preserved, with beautiful stained glass windows. Best regards❤

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Thanks so much- yes it sure was a sight to behold. Glad you enjoyed the video. Appreciate your support. 🙏🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝

[@nationalparksprincess3216]

Anita, this is amazing! The age and history are astonishing! The wood being used was cut in 1095 AD! It's great that you could go in and film even though it's being restored! There was so much detail within the interior. What a beautiful look around! I loved this 😊

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Thank you NNP. I’m keen to revisit in a couple of years. Even now though it was so impressive to walk around gazing up so high and those massive pillars were incredible. Thanks for the lovely comment. So pleased you enjoyed the video. Have a lovely Friday. 🙏🇳🇱🙋‍♀️🥝

[@billyb5057]

A church with much history *🦘Au🦘💯full view always📺thumbs up👍enjoy your weekend😎*

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

@@billyb5057 forever grateful Billy 🙏👌🇳🇱🙋‍♀️🥝

[@PinnedonPlaces]

Evening Anita! A very beautiful and charming Basilique. WOW! The detailing is immaculate, enjoyed listening and appreciated your excellent filming! Totally blown away by all the carvings and features inside the basilica. Very much looking forward to your next episode. Truly wonderful x

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Thank you ever so much for the compliment. You made me blush. This was such a special visit - I am glad you enjoyed the video. The interior was amazing and walking around outside truly gave an impressive view of this great building. I so pappreciate the support you give to the channel. Thank you. Enjoy your Sunday. 🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝👌

[@twobearsontour]

Oh my word, such intricate detail in the stonemasonry. Stunning. So glad it's being restored. What a lovely video Anita. Thank you 🧸🐻

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

@@twobearsontour Thanks Ellie. Yes a treasure for sure. So enjoyed visiting here. 🙏🇳🇱🙋‍♀️🥝

[@sergioelcoyote3586]

a beautiful basilica and it's good that someone is restoring it, it is full of history and culture; It has beautiful architecture. Thank you for sharing this beautiful video. have a woderful weekend

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Yes, you are right - it’s stunning. So glad we got to see it. Thank you Sergio. Sending wonderful weekend greetings to you too. 😎🇳🇱🙋‍♀️🥝

[@sergioelcoyote3586]

@@IamaDutch-Kiwi 😃👍❤🇦🇷

[@PaulD-Australia]

Thank you Anita. I love these old buildings, the architecture is amazing, it's wonderful to see them being restored for all to see. Nice capture of the tomatoes, 🍅i would have been tempted to eat some. 🤣 Thanks so much for sharing and great audio track too. 👌😊

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Yes indeed Paul. I am amazed time and again at the size and beauty of these buildings. The workmanship and ability to build these large structures is truly amazing. Thanks for the lovely comment- much appreciated. 👌🇳🇱🥝

[@DonnaTaibossigai]

Hello Anita! It was amazing seeing the basilica. The stonework is so impressive and I agree, I think about the numbers of people that have passed through when I see old worn steps like that. The photos are pretty amazing, too. Have a great day!

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Thanks for the lovely comment Donna. I'm pleased you enjoyed the video. It was truly an amazing experience being here. Those steps sure caught my attention. Beautiful in there current state. Have a lovely Sunday Donna. 👌🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝

[@royalriverart]

Anita what a beautiful place. The details and carvings in the limestone is just amazing. So incredible how much workmanship went into places so long ago. I am glad it’s being renovated. Stay safe in your travels.❤

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Yes indeed, this basilica sure caught my attention and I so enjoyed walking on those old floors and seeing how this basilica once stood proud and strong. I'd love to go back one day for a look when the restoration is complete. Thanks so much for the lovely comment. 👌🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝

[@Chris-NZ]

Wow, what awesome architecture and small details. It struck me that the person who carved the original statute would be completely gobsmacked with what they had untimely created😀

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Couldn’t agree more. Looking down from above in disbelief maybe? It is such a stunning building. Mind boggling how they ever got to build this with the resources back then. Thanks Chris. I’d like to see this again in about 2-3 years time. Have a great Labour Weekend. 😎🇳🇱🙋‍♀️🥝

[@HollyFischerArt]

This is a wonderful presentation, Anita. The audio quality is excellent too! It's so incredible the fine way they used to create buildings long ago. 🤩🤩

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Hi Holly, thanks for the comment and compliment. It is indeed miraculous how these large structures were built in such primitive times. Enjoy your Sunday. 👌🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝

[@AugustsAcrylicArt]

What a beautiful basilica and it’s nice they’re making the repairs. The inside reminds me of a scary movie with an old church like that (I love scary movies 😂).

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

I agree August. So happy to see relics like this preserved so the story can be told. Haha love the scary movie reference. Old Basilicas like this can be overwhelming. 👌🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝

[@AliceGoss]

That was a super looking church. It's surprising tat Avioth today hasn't grown into a large town. Great location

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Yes Alice I was also surprised at the size of this small community. Loved it though- and not commercialised in any way or form. That in itself was beautiful. Thanks for the comment and support. 👌🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝

[@gallivantinggalantes]

Hello Anita, this is such a beautiful Bailique, loved the stained glass windows just amazing inside. Such a lovely walk around. Nice to hear of the discovery of the wooden statue. The steps by the pulpits, were amazing makes you think about the number of people who have stepped on them. The photo footage was lovely x take care and have a great weekend x Julie and Tony x

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Hi Julie and Tony. Thanks for the lovely comment. Always love hearing from you both. I can only say this was quite an experience. The age and size of this basilica was awesome. The design and size was beautiful to behold. So amazing that such buildings have withstood all the dramas in their time- now seeing all the reconstruction and restoration was amazing. Thanks for the support both of you- have a lovely Sunday. 👌🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝

[@LouiseMcKayArt]

Once again, Anita, great narration with information overlaid with some fantastic footage of amazing architecture. Your passport must have a lot of stamps on it.😅

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Louise, thank you so much. I feel flattered. The basilica was truly amazing. It's story so special. Haha, we don't have to be stamped anymore - just keep driving windy roads crossing borders all day long. Thanks Louise, loved your comment. 👌🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝

[@eyeintheskydrone4k]

Another Amazing video Anita. What a stunner so good to see it being renovated. Top Class

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Thanks so much for the lovely comment. I so appreciate your support to my channel. Have a great Sunday. 👌🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝

[@DesmondsDonders]

Always watch to the end you never know what I might miss. Take care and stay safe.

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Indeed that's the message isn't it? Stay to the end- I love good endings. 🤣🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝

[@EstherHart-b9p]

What a beautiful and impressive discovery in this little town, so much remaining from the old age, and looking at the architecture it must have been an amazing job in these days, i am curious how it will look after the restauration.thxs❤

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

Esther this was so amazing to walk in and gaze at al the windows, the pillars and plasterwork. I'd love to go back in a few years to se eit finished. It was a joy to behold. Thanks for the lovely comment. Have a great Sunday. 👌🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝

[@maiamongkolpattanachai2301]

This looks similar to the one I passed on the way driving to Paris from France, but I don’t think it’s the same one 🤔 Beautiful architecture and full of interesting history!

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

It’s quite off the beaten track - not on a main route Maia. It is indeed beautiful like many of the churches. The Basilique is just stunning even without Ann the completed renovations. Would love to visit in a couple of years time to see the finished works. Thanks Maia. Love hearing from you. I’ve been a bit busy of late. Slowly getting back into the flow of things. Have a wonderful day. 😍🇳🇱🙋‍♀️🥝

[@maiamongkolpattanachai2301]

@@IamaDutch-Kiwi A place not to miss in case one day I’d get to drive around Europe again, especially from Netherlands to France. Ahhh it’s been almost 2 decades! I really miss it. I love to see new places, but when I see something that reminds me of the past I always feel warm in my heart

[@TravelwithNJSteveandSue]

Vary interesting history Anita! Beautiful church. Love the stained glass. On your road trip did you pass near Strasbourg or Colmar?

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

I’ll start with Colmar- we did visit there towards the end of our Autumn trip. The Basilique is stunning despite the wear and tear. It’ll look even more fabulous after the renovations. A return visit might just be on the cards. Your trip is getting closer and closer. Very exciting. Enjoy the weekend. 😎🇳🇱🙋‍♀️🥝

[@TravelwithNJSteveandSue]

@@IamaDutch-Kiwi Yes, we are currently trying to book out train tickets last night on DB web site, but not luck! Got an error message! Will try again soon!

[@Poliss95]

I'm about the same age as those steps.

[@IamaDutch-Kiwi]

But you look none the worse for wear like the steps Boppy. 🇳🇱🙋‍♀🥝