D43,D23 to Cales, D673 to Rocamadour ,D32 to Couzou,D39 to Gramat,D14 to Reilhac,D25 to St Simon,D11 to Reyredignes,D2 to Figeac A tough ride today especially first 18 miles to Rocamadour where we gained 1600ft in height. Riding through a national park through gorges on very quiet roads with no hint of civilisation or animals giving the sensation of wilder terrain & more rugged landscape. Worth the effort ,what an amazing place buildings that cling to the sheer cliff sides .The perfectly preserved body of St Amadour was discovered in a rock covered tomb next to a small existing chapel in 1166, putting Rocamadour on the map as a destination for pilgrims. The valley offered some great short technical cycling climbs & descents ideal for Sir Bradley ,Mark or other cycling purists but not me. Climbing out
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