Poppies in a barley field.

Orleans to Basel- cycling the rivers and canals of France

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May 28th 2014
Orleans to Basel We had started our cycle up the Loire at Nantes with the idea of getting to Orleans and then deciding where to go next. It had been so good, we decided to go ‘ just a bit further, and then we will see’. Well, as you can see from the title, we made it to Switzerland! The Loire cycle route is part of the Eurovelo 6 cycle route, from the Atlantic to the Black Sea an ... read more

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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