C'est l'arrivee!

Day 9: Nexon to Vigeois (63km)

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August 22nd 2008
Last night it rained hard for most of the night. Rain was forecast for today so I am hoping perhaps it has arrived early and will pass. In the morning it looks very unsettled although the rain lets up occasionally. In the end I decide to risk packing up and heading off, as there’s not much else to do. As I head out of Nexon it tips down again but I find my waterproof has a hood that fits under ... 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