The high point of the route Route Des Crêtes

Route Des Crêtes

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October 6th 2017
6 October 2017 We drove along the remainder of the Route des Vins d’Alsace. Just before Cernay we turned north into the Vosges Mountains to start our journey home. We followed the high level 80k, 1100 m high Route Des Crêtes built in WW1 to supply French troops. Unfortunately, the weather turned wet and misty soon after we started so we didn’t see the promised views. We spent the nigh ... read more

Europe » France

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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