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Taking the Place of the Ferryboats  
   

Taking the Place of the Ferryboats

Before the bridge went up this part of the Seine was so wide only ferries could take carts across the river. After paying tolls every few miles on the main highway we were shocked that there was no toll on this big bridge.
Day Four - I Thought We Would All End-Up In Seine

December 24th 2012
The day started with an even better breakfast. Eric, the owner, laid on the same spread as the previous day, but added soft-boiled eggs and tea to the breakfast. We were stuffed even more than the previous day. How we could work up the stomach to return to LeClerc for the third time for more food shopping is beyond me. It was already getting very difficult to load our luggage. Our purchase of ... read more
Europe » France » Upper Normandy

French Flag 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
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