On the way up

Day 21 Castellane to Pont du Loup 39 miles

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May 31st 2014
Castellane D4085, D2211 To Malamaire,D2 to Greolieres,D2, D3 to Pont du Loup There was thick fog when we woke in the Gorge at Castellane this morning but by the time we had finished breakfast the tops of the cliffs were showing & the sun was through. Leaving Castellane two long climbs took us to 1175mts to a long meadow- filled plateau. The first climb took us to the Col de Luens which is a ... 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