Swans and Cygnets on the canal

Elodie Day 9 Marquion to Valencienne

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October 9th 2017
Chiel made a terrible mistake today - he said the weather was going to be perfect but cold. He was wrong - it was perfect and warm!! The ride was also extremely enjoyable. 50km of tracks alongside the Canal de St Quentin and across very gently undulating countryside. You will note from my pictures that the land usage has swung from crops to livestock. Henry did superbly today when he took us into ... read more

Europe » France » Nord-Pas de Calais » Valenciennes

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