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So, after a bit of preparation, it seems we’re in good shape for the festivities around the French National Holiday. Taking an elegant convoy of cars to the beautiful region of Normandy when large crowds gather for the Sail Armada on the river Seine is definitely a winning tactic. If they weren’t looking at the boats, the folks in Rouen were certainly looking at us.

Created in 1989 and held in Rouen every four or five years since, the ten-day Armada is a festival for the finest sailing ships in the world. Attracting literally millions of people, it is one of the largest international events in the world. In the days leading up to the 14th of July, many people already come to take a look at the majestic ships that are lying in the inland port of Rouen. There is music (Iggy Pop seems to be everywhere these days), there are markets, there are of course fireworks and there is - after all, this is France - lots of food and drink. And then there’s us.

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