Danish Royals Enjoy a Break at ther French Chateau
Queen Margrethe and Prince Henrik of Denmark have been enjoying a break at their summer residence in Caïx, south-western France. The royal couple were all smiles as they made their annual trip to the chateau, which is nestled in the family's renowned Cahors vineyards.
The charming medieval city of Cahors offers a beautiful and relaxed environment, belying its history as one of Europe's major power centres. Walking around the pretty streets, it's hard to imagine that this was once one of the continent's most important banking cities.
Its laid-back atmosphere owes much to the fact that it hasn't been developed as a tourist destination to the same extent as other towns in the region. Visitors can enjoy a boat ride on the River Lot, taking in the famous Valentre fortress bridge which dates back to the 1300s. And those with a more adventurous spirit may wish to visit the underground rivers and grottos in nearby Gouffre de Padirac.
But probably the most impressive thing about this part of rural France is the sheer beauty of the countryside. Many holidaymakers prefer to follow the example of Prince Henrik, who prefers a simple walk in its picturesque forests and vineyards.
4 to 8) Polfoto 07-08-2003 *** MÅ IKKE BRUGES AF UGEBLADE OG MAGASINER *** CAIX, FRANCE - AUGUST 7: Queen Margrethe of Denmark (L) and Prince Henrik ® stand in the grounds of their Castle of Caix August 7, 2003 in the village of Caix in southwestern France. The queen and prince will spend three weeks together in their summer residence. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)*
9) Polfoto 07-08-2003 *** MÅ IKKE BRUGES AF UGEBLADE OG MAGASINER *** CAIX, FRANCE - AUGUST 7: Prince Henrik of Denmark poses in the garden of his Castle of Caix August 7, 2003 in the village of Caix in southwestern France. The queen and prince will spend three weeks together in their summer residence. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)
10) Polfoto 07-08-2003 *** MÅ IKKE BRUGES AF UGEBLADE OG MAGASINER *** CAIX, FRANCE - AUGUST 7: Queen Margrethe of Denmark poses during a photo call in her Castle of Caix August 7, 2003 in the village of Caix in southwestern France. The queen and prince will spend three weeks holidaying together in their summer residence. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)
1 to 6) Polfoto 07-08-2003 *** MÅ IKKE BRUGES AF UGEBLADE OG MAGASINER *** CAIX, FRANCE - AUGUST 7: Queen Margrethe of Denmark (L) and Prince Henrik ® stand on the grounds of their Castle of Caix August 7, 2003 in the village of Caix in southwestern France. The queen and prince will spend three weeks holidaying together in their summer residence. (Photo by Pascal Le Segretain/Getty Images)
7,8) Polfoto 06-08-2003 Kongeparret på den årlige sommerferie på vinslottet Caix. Dronning Margrethe på markedet i Cahors - uden en krone på lommen. Dronningens hofdame Marianne Boel er kongelig kassemester. Af sikkerhedsmæssige grunde er det hofdamen, der bærer pengene og betaler.
9, 10) Dronning Margrethe og prins Henrik på Cahors 2003-08-07 Foto: Jørgen Ullerup / Dana Press
colourpress.com - colour the world with photos ... - Cahors, France - Queen Margrethe on a shopping tour at the weekly market in Cahors. She arrived yesterday for her summerholiday on chateau de Caix with prince Henrik. Photo: Klaus Moeller
I think oftenly on her holiday Queen Margrethe always wears like that.
Danish Queen Margrethe II visits the local market of Cahors during the annual Royal Danish family's summer vacation at Caix, on August 10, 2005 in Cahors, France:
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Queen Margrethe seems to love that colour and/or the model of that t-shirt, I think it's the same one she was wearing during last year's press meeting & photo opportunity. It's always nice to see those yearly picturess of her at the market, strolling around. Thanks for the pictures.
Queen Margrethe seems to love that colour and/or the model of that t-shirt, I think it's the same one she was wearing during last year's press meeting & photo opportunity. It's always nice to see those yearly picturess of her at the market, strolling around. Thanks for the pictures.
I think that Queen Margrethe is a prime example of a royal lady who recycles her clothes.:)
Danish Queen Margrethe II and her husband Prince Henrik pose at the annual photo call of the Royal Danish family in their summer residence at Caix on August 11, 2004 in Cahors, France
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