Snow covered peaks from the top of the Simplon Pass

To Châtel

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October 18th 2018
18 October 2018 We continued our journey northwards along the attractive shore of Lago Maggiore, over the 2000m high Simplon Pass into Switzerland and finally over the 1350m high Pas de Morgin into France to visit Dick and Angie in the ski resort of Châtel where we have skied every winter for the last 15 years. ... read more

Europe » France

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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