Glacier Noir

Alps and homewards

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August 14th 2010
The climb up to the Glacier Blanc began with an easy-looking walk up the road, so Heather volunteered to carry the rucksack, but the road managed to climb 300 metres in five kilometres so she gave it back to Gavin after all for the last bit! The total climb from Ailefroide to the refuge was about 1000 metres (similar to Skiddaw in the Lake District). That sounded daunting, but the path was well d ... read more

Europe » France » Nord-Pas de Calais » Calais

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more