Dieppe buzzing on a Saturday night!

Italy to France via Simplon Pass

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September 22nd 2013
Wed 18thSeptember Baveno to Aix les Bains, France 239 miles It was cloudy with sun when we woke up, so after packing up and saying goodbye to our neighbours, we headed off – in the wrong direction towards Milan and Genova!! After a string of tunnels eventually we were able to turn around and head north towards the Simplon Pass. We climbed steadily up through the valley with some magn ... read more

Europe » France » Rhône-Alpes » Aix-les-Bains

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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