Martel church tower

Martel, Gouffre de Padirac, Rocamadour

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May 20th 2019
We set off to ride on the Train de Martel but, non, it does not run on Lundi ! So instead we wandered round the old village - a rich village in the 12c and regained its former glory in the 19c with its trade of black truffles. A town of seven towers. Then onto Gouffre de Padirac - the Devils Chasm - too many steps for us but an enjoyable lunch. Rocamadour was our next stop. We travelled righ ... 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