Myths Across the Map (B2 Level)

Step into the mysterious side of French culture! Have you heard of la Bête du Gévaudan or the ghosts said to haunt the Palace of Versailles? What about the haunted Château de Veauce, the mysterious legends surrounding the Paris Catacombs, or Grand-Mère Kalle, a fearsome figure from Réunion Island's folklore? In this B2 course, you’ll explore France region by region and discover the myths, legends, beliefs, and mysterious phenomena that have captured the French imagination throughout history and across the map. Each region has its own fascinating tales, from strange historical events to local folklore and age-old beliefs. Through stories, historical accounts, and cultural materials, you’ll expand your vocabulary, strengthen your reading and listening skills, and put your French to work through lively discussions and activities. This course contains a new focus on legends of overseas territories of France.