Rouen. Remind me - we will not drive through here again - Ever !

And so to Calais, ready for early morning ferry to Dover

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September 22nd 2011
Driving day today so off to an early start. First of all I took a quick stroll into town and bought our daily baguette and my croissant, something I like to do when we stop in Honfleur as the lovely harbour looks even better before the crowds get there. Bob had decided we would not take the Pont de Normandie to get across the Seine via Le Havre but we would instead go cross-country and cross at R ... read more

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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