Up, up and away ....

The "Killer Hike" - Part 1

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June 5th 2015
Set out from St. Jean Pied-de-Port around 8 a.m. Upon leaving the walled city, it didn't take long for the climb to begin. The best word I can use to describe the next 7 kilometres is "brutal"! The start of the climb was gradual and at least had brief "levelling off" places, but the majority was a relentless " up, up, up" without any levelling off. It was difficult to walk more than 10 steps witho ... read more

Europe » France » Midi-Pyrénées

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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