The lake by the campsite at Brou

Day 4: Senonches to Brou (46km)

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August 17th 2008
We leave this friendly campsite to waves from various people and a “bon courage” from a lady, which I suppose roughly translates to “you must be mad”. We stop after 11km for breakfast in La Loupe, a busy small town, and I manage to spill coffee over everything, which I blame on my changing from vari-focal to single-vision glasses. Ask directions from a strange man described by Polly as on ... 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