Toby on the Ferry

The Trip - Part 2

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August 5th 2009
After 8 days of breaking camp and moving on, although I didn't always do lots of miles, I treated myself to a day off in Paimpont. It's a small town in the middle of the Paimpont Forest which is associated with Arthurian legend. Lots of places to visit, such as Merlin's Tomb but my tired legs only made it as far as the local bar which was showing Le Tour all afternoon. At last, a French bar with L ... read more

Europe » France » Lower Normandy » Cherbourg

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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