Limousin cattle,note the lush grass

Day 7 Confolens to Brantome 61miles

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May 16th 2014
Confolens D59-D165-D29 Rochechouart. D675 to Brantome Lovely breakfast with our landlady at Confolens. First twenty miles of cycling difficult,for me anyway.Strong headwind with roads up hill & down dale again.Carrying panniers that weigh in excess of 1st doesn't help. We passed through Rochechouart with its handsome Chateau which dates from the 15th century. It house a museum of contempo ... read more

Europe » France » Aquitaine

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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