Rays of light
Summer stretches between heat, walks and questions and my future branches off towards a new direction.
In a world at a standstill
France is confined to try to slow the spread of the virus and I observe nature budding with the arrival of Spring.
Living history in Chamonix
Return to Chamonix for a second season in hospitality and facing the Coronavirus.
End of the year in Provence
Stroll in the Provencal landscapes in winter, rediscovery of the Garrigue and conclusions about this end of a decade.
Going back to Camargue
Camargue and Flamingos as subjects of work and gateway to the future.
End of an expedition, end of a chapter
Conclusions and lessons from an Icelandic travel and a five-year journey.
At the pace of Iceland
Iconic landscapes of Iceland. Landscapes of a rough, inhospitable and beautiful island.
Driving on my footsteps
End of my trip to Iceland. I travel for the last time the extraordinary landscapes of the island.
In the mist of communication
Where I question relationships between people, loneliness and the impact of language.
Encounters amongst the milking cows
Two weeks of volunteering at a dairy farm near Búðardalur.
End of an Icelandic summer
Selection of photographs during my cycling and hiking travel around Iceland.
Snæfellsnes, end of a trip and gloominess
Last kilometers by bicycle around the Snæfellsnes peninsula.
Rainy autumn in the Westfjords
Bicycle crossing of the Westfjords from Ísafjörður to Stykkishólmur.
The breath of the elements
Reflection on the Icelandic wind and climate and how it impacts my trip.
Hornstrandir, the peninsula in the fog
Four days hike through the Hornstrandir nature reserve.
The enchanted fjords
Cycling the Westfjords from Staðarskáli to Ísafjörður.
Askjà, a tale in black and white
Through kilometers of lava fields to reach the invisible caldera, hiking from Herbubreidarlindir to Askjà.
The large North
Pedaling around Tröllaskagi peninsula and the Myvatn oasis.
Walking in silence around the Kerlingarfjöll mountains
Three days of hiking on the Kerlingarfjöll Trail.
Crossing the Highlands on the F35
Cycling through the mineral desert from Reykholt to Hunaver.
Nostalgia for an approach of a different journey
Reflection on mass tourism and my approach to travel.
Going inland on the Laugavegur Trail
Hiking through the Highlands, from Skogar to Landmannalaugar.
Southern delusions
First week cycling along the south coast of Iceland, from Keflavik to Svinafell.
Quick visits
Last days in Scotland. A short tour of Loch Ness following the Great Glen Way and a visit to Inverness.
The Isle of Skye
The Isle of Skye, located in northwestern Scotland, is the largest island in the Inner Hebrides archipelago.
Just a few days on Skye
Just four days on Skye Island to go for day hikes along the Skye Trail.
The Outer Hebrides
The Outer Hebrides are an archipelago of islands east of Scotland that I crossed on foot following the Hebridean Way.
A step in the past
Last days on the Outer Hebrides to discover its history and traditions.
Exploring Harris and Lewis
Last part on the Hebridean Way through Harris and Lewis. An end of a hike full of discoveries and encounters.
The charm of the Hebrides
Part two on the Hebridean Way through the charming little islands in the center of the archipelago.
Windy monotonies
First part of my hike on the Hebridean Way through the Outer Hebrides archipelago.
The Scottish Highlands
Selection of my best photos taken during my 156km walk through the Scottish Highlands.
Across the Highlands
Part two on the West Highland Way. The return of the sun, a feeling of accomplishment and the great green mountains.
One foot after the other
A week of hiking on the West Highland Way. First part across the Highlands, in the rain and with a head full of questions.
Glimpses of the Italian Tyrol
At the beginning of June 2019 I embarked on the exploration of the Dolomites. But personal problems forced me to shorten my trip. Here are some photos from my week in Italy.
Interval in Provence
After seven months in Chamonix, I returned to Provence to visit my parents and prepare my next travels.
Winter rebirth around the Mount-Blanc
For several months snow covered the valley. It is the touristy season and the environment is transformed into a magnificent immaculate space.
An autumn in Chamonix
The autumn season in the Chamonix Mont-Blanc valley is a festival of beautiful colors.
Adventures in the valley
Day hikes to continue to discover the magnificent landscapes of the valley before winter.
Enchanted hikes
The Chamonix valley is ideal for hiking and I take advantage of the perfect weather to explore it.
Short moments of discovery
Last journey across Australia’s East Coast, through Queensland and the Great Barrier Reef.
Exploring Tasmania
Lots of stars in my eyes as I wander around this paradise-like island in southern Australia.
Deep into my mind
My head is boiling facing too many ideas, too many expectations, too many worries.
Why do I travel?
Questions about my relationship to travel and why I find it so hard to enjoy it.
Along the Great Ocean Road
Along the south coast of Australia, from Adelaide to Tumbarumba.
On Kangaroo Island
Volunteering on a small farm and change of perspective for the rest of the travel.
Problematic social interactions
Relationship difficulties turn my experience at Arkaroola upside down.
The land of Arkaroola
Red dust, kangaroos, salt lake and wild bush. Discoveries of a particular land.
Coming back to Australia
Boat crossing from New Zealand to Australia and set foot in a known land.
Around the Tongariro
Exploring for four days the volcanic massifs of the center of the North Island.
April on North Island
Back on the North Island, I face some difficulties, visit the surroundings of Wellington and experience bad weather on the Taranaki.
Last moments on South Island
Exploration of Farewell Spit and cycle along the Tasman region to reach Picton and the ferry to the North Island.
Along the coast on the Abel Tasman Track
Three and a half days of hiking along the Abel Tasman National Park alternating passages in coastal forests and white sandy beaches.
On the road. Jackson Bay to Cape Foulwind
I cycle for a week along the west coast of the South Island. The road is difficult and the weather changing.
On the road. Mount Cook to the Westcoast
Quick passage through Lake Tekapo before reaching the West Coast of New Zealand.
Hiking around Mount Cook
Discovery of the superb Aoraki / Mont Cook National Park and climbing to 1800m to reach Mueller Hut.
On the road. Wanaka to Mount Cook
I travel the hilly plains of the Canterbury region and reach Mount Cook in the heart of the Southern Alps.
Reaching summits on the Skyline Track
Ascent in tourists and bivouac at the top of ridges overlooking Lake Wanaka.
Wanaka. A taste of summer
Basking on the shores of huge Wanaka Lake and exploring the surroundings of Glendhu Bay.
On the road. Glenorchy to Wanaka
I continue my discovery on bicycle of the Otago region, go through Queenstown and reach Wanaka.
The surprise of Mt Judah Track
Hiking in the Glenorchy mountains and discovering the beautiful Mount Judah Track.
Glenorchy. 360° of absolute beauty
Visit Glenorchy and its surroundings and immersing myself in the environment of Isengard.
On the road. Te Anau to Glenorchy
First step in my discovery of New Zealand on bicycle. I leave the Fiordland region to reach the Otago.
Travelers experiences in New Zealand
Discussion with Dana, Pablo and Pauline about their travel and their vision of the country.
Last days in Fiordland
Three-day misadventure in the valleys of Monowai and Green Lake and preparation for the rest of the trip.
In the immensity of Doubtful Sound
Crossing Doubtful Sound by kayak, immersing myself in the beauty of the landscape and facing sandflies.
Beauty on the ridges of the Routeburn Track
Two days and a half of superb hiking to connect Fiordland region to Glenorchy.
Disappointments on the Milford Track
Three very touristy days of hike in the Fiordland valleys to reach Milford Sound.
The Kepler Track, to the summits
First Great Walks in New Zealand. Four days of hiking through the varied landscapes of Fiordland.
Discoveries in Queenstown
Two magnificent days in Queenstown, the adventure capital and ski resort of the Kiwi country.
Glimpse of Doubtful Sound
I accompany Alan for a round trip to Doubtful Sound and discover the fjord under the rain.
Cruising on Milford Sound
Discovery of Milford Sound, one of the most beautiful fjords in the Fiordland region.
Life with a New Zealand family
Sharing the daily life of a young family of New Zealand farmers in the Southland region.
Activities and excursions around Dunedin
Discovery of the Dunedin region and participation in the city’s cultural activities.
Happy wwoofing at Hare Krishna
A month of good mood volunteering at Hare Krishna and cooking vegetarian food.
Dunedin, a bit of Scotland in the land of Kiwis
Discovering Dunedin in the coming winter and facing some administrative difficulties.
A week of discovery in Wellington
City walks, visits to nature in Zealandia and history at Te Papa and pilgrimage linked to the Lord of the Rings.
Disappointments in New Plymouth
The bad weather continues in New Plymouth and prevents me from seeing Mount Taranaki.
Adventures in Waitomo Caves
Exploration and adventures in the caves of the small village of Waitomo.
In the land of the Hobbits
Walking in the footsteps of Frodo through Hobbiton and rediscovering the atmosphere of Peter Jackson’s movies.
Rotorua, geothermal paradise
In the middle of the fumaroles, visit of the pretty town of Rotorua and immersion in the history of the region.
First steps in New Zealand
Arrival in New Zealand. Discovery of Auckland and the East coast of the North Island.
On Australian ground
After six months in Japan, I spend six weeks in Australia with my parents.
Last days in Japan
My stay in Japan is coming to an end and I take this opportunity to stroll around Tokyo and visit the Ghibli museum.
Living differently at Goka farm
Volunteering within a Japanese family living in quasi-autonomy not far from Mount Fuji.
Across the Kansai
Discovery of Osaka and Nara then weekend on Mount Koya-san before returning to TYK to celebrate hanami.
Takayama matsuri
Stars in my eyes at the superb Takayama Matsuri dedicated to the celebration of spring and good harvests.
Kyoto, colorful exuberances
Photographic exploration of Kyoto during a week full of wonder.
Glimpse of Kyoto
For my last day of work at TYK, I was treated to an organized day trip to Kyoto.
In company of Polina
Meet Polina and her family, a young Russian woman working at TYK whom I met a fortnight before the end of my stay in Tajimi.
Touches of Spring in Tajimi
Second month of work in Tajimi more pleasant than the first and return of the buds and flowers in the trees.
Portraits of TYK
Portraits of some of the people I met during my two months of work at TYK.
Discoveries with Kanji-san
Exploring the region with Kanji-san on the way to the Akechi Ceramics factory.
Walk through the Gasshō-zukuri
Three days visiting the regions of Shirakawa-gô and Gokayama, UNESCO World Heritage.
For a weekend in Nagoya
Touristy visits in Nagoya between Ghibli universe, castle and Toyota museum.
Tajimi and ceramics
Tajimi, an industrial city located in the prefecture of Gifu is renowned for its ceramics. I am working here since the beginning of February.
Sea creatures, misadventure and Tajimi
Last visits on Okinawa and return to Honshu to settle in Tajimi.
Tough experience in the Okinawan countryside
Volunteering in very rustic conditions in a small dairy farm near Ôgimi.
Paradise break on the Kerama archipelago
Three days of peaceful strolls, magnificent landscapes and failed activities within the tiny archipelago.
Gray weather in Okinawa
I land on the Ryukyu archipelago of which Okinawa is a part in increasingly bad weather.
Head to the stars in Tanegashima
On Tanegashima Island is located one of Japan’s main space centers as well as great beaches.
Yakushima, in the footsteps of Miyazaki
Visit the island of Yakushima, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and source of inspiration for Hayao Miyazaki.
On the trail of Kyûshû volcanoes – part 2
I continue my discovery of the island of Kyushu going towards south on the traces of the volcanoes.
On the trail of Kyûshû volcanoes – part 1
At the end of 2015, I hit the road again, exploring the volcanic activity of the region.
Wwoofing in Yufuin
A month of volunteering in the middle of the onsen smokes in the small Youth Hostel Country Road.
Arrival on Kyûshû
Arrival on Kyûshû, cradle of Japanese civilization, where I will spend the month of December.
Miyajima and Itsukushima shrine
Visit of the island of Miyajima and its superb sanctuary accompanied by Doris.
Hiroshima and the weight of history
Hiroshima and the atomic bomb. Mandatory stop in the painful history of the country.
Sunny days in Kôchi
Return of the sun and quiet strolls in the coastal city of Kôchi.
Wandering in the Iya valley
Discovery of the Iya valley in the heart of the remote mountain ranges of Shikoku.
Minami, facing the sea
On the south coast of Shikoku, the small town of Minami exudes tranquility and a maritime atmosphere.
First steps on Shikoku
Arrival in Tokushima on the island of Shikoku, the smallest of the four big islands of Japan.
In the meanders of the megalopolis
Second week in Tokyo where I continue to discover the capital and meet a few people.
Impressions of Tokyo
Peregrinations in the various districts of Tokyo metropolis.