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Europe » France » Lorraine » Xonrupt-Longemer September 4th 2022

A glorious blue sky greeted us this morning. Not sure how long this lovely weather can hold out as there are reports of quite a lot of rain about but will make the most of what we have. Got on our way a little earlier as the triathlon cyclists were clearing the road outside the campsite by 10am. We headed for the Langemer lake just up the road and found a handy parking spot so we could wander to the water's edge. The local guide book makes reference to walking round the lakes but in most places it seems that the walks around the lake go along the road so not sure I would want to do that. At either end of the lake though there are big parking areas and lots of people splashing in ... read more
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Europe » France » Lorraine » Xonrupt-Longemer September 2nd 2022

Another mostly driving day today so not a lot to report and not many pretty photos to show you. Accidentally set off an hour later than planned after oversleeping. The motorhome drop down bed is really comfy ! Delighted to find that Smart Car battery had fully recharged overnight so drove it back into position behind the motorhome and hooked them back together with the Aframe. Bob has worked out a solution to the Smart Car deciding to secretly switch and leave its brake lights on if we leave it hooked up when we stop. He has to stop the motorhome and then move it forward just a couple of inches. This stops Smart car trying to snuggle up a bit closer which switches the lights on! Back on the A26 toll road but not for ... read more
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