Saint-Jean-de-Luz from Socoa

French Basque Country

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October 6th 2013
Geo: 43.3706, -1.68509Having been at the Camping Larrouletta for a day, we ventured out yesterday afternoon (Saturday) to investigate a potential bike ride for David to the Col d'Ibardin which is inland and a steady climb towards the Spanish border. We went beyond the Col to Mandale where there were numerous retail outlets, restaurants and a filling station, with the emphasis on booze, ciga ... read more

Europe » France » Aquitaine » Urrugne

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