Just ran across this article in France Today. I am an ENORMOUS fan of Switzerland. It is one of my most favorite countries in all Europe. What I did not know is that is also has a very specific connection to Tintin. According to France Today:
From Geneva along the Swiss side of the lake, the road leads through Coppet, a tiny town of arcaded houses whose beautifully appointed château, once home to Madame de Staël, is open to visitors. Nyon, founded by Julius Caesar, is currently restoring its ancient Roman amphitheater. It was also one of the rare places where Belgian illustrator Hergé did original on-scene research for his Tintin comic books. The town has preserved some of the original buildings and equipment, including a fire truck that Hergé drew for Tintin’sCalculus Affair. The Paléo Festival here (July 21-26 this year) is one of Europe’s great rock and pop events.
Next time I am in Switzerland I will definitely check this out.
