Follow me aboard bus 164 as I venture to Argenteuil, the picturesque suburb that captivated Impressionist painters like Monet, Caillebotte, and Manet.

While heading to a kung-fu competition, I discover the scenic routes along the Seine where Claude Monet lived for five years and created dozens of masterpieces.

I share glimpses of the famous Argenteuil bridge that still stands today while appearing in museums worldwide, and my excitement to visit Monet's house with its recreated boat-studio.

This episode explores practical French vocabulary about movement with the versatile verb "passer" and the essential pronoun "y". Perfect for intermediate French learners passionate about art history who want to experience authentic everyday French beyond Paris's tourist sites.

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