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An early morning walk into historic Volvic. stopped at a cafe for pastries and coffee with the locals. It was too early for any tourist, so felt authentically French! Particularly as we were watched by the old French lady from her window overlooking the town square! The town was getting ready for the Women’s TourContinue reading “Volvic to Saint Germain Les Belles”

After a night on a dusty and very hot Aire, we set off towards St Etienne. We travelled on the busiest roads we have encountered on this trip, as we ventured towards this big and busy city. Saint-Étienne is the thirteenth most populated commune in France and the second most populated commune in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes. ItsContinue reading “Volvic Via Sainte Croix En Jarez La Chartreuse”

Took a scenic drive through the Alps following the Rhône, heading toward Valance. Some spectacular views and some tight winding mountain passes. We re-fuelled the Brindley Boxer at Culoz after missing the turning and venturing into the village! Prices are pretty much the same as in England and after the work the van has done,Continue reading “Along The Rhône”

First an update. Billy seems much better today, had his appetite back and was almost back to his old self. So, we decided to leave Dijon and head to the Alps. We headed off to Buene because it had been recommended. What a wonderful place. It’s a walled town at the center of the BurgundyContinue reading “Seyssel”

Unfortunately we find ourselves spending another night in Dijon. Pleasant tho’ it is, it wasn’t the plan! Billy has taken a slight turn for the worse. Still has a dodgy tummy and today has lost his appetite and is very lethargic. So, we decided on a visit to the vets and to stay another day.Continue reading “Visit To The Vets”

Billy has perked up, so we took a reasonably short walk along the river Ouche into the city of Dijon. Rich in architecture and with many shops, we spent time visiting the sites, with the odd stop for coffee! Bizarrely we didn’t buy any mustard! Known as the “City of Dukes,” Dijon was the capitalContinue reading “Dijon – Day 2”

Took a short and uneventful drive down to Dijon. Late start mainly because Billy has a bit of an upset stomach. Spent most of the night getting up and taking him to the toilet! He seems better today but grumpy because we are now keeping him away from French food and also put him onContinue reading “Dijon – Day 1”

Took a scenic drive through the champagne region, taking in the vineyards and multitude of champagne producers on route. First town we visited was Bar Sur Aube and a stop for fuel. The town gets its name from the river Aube that runs through it. Fuelled up we moved on to Chaumont. A large townContinue reading “Slow Drive To Langres”

Why just visit the vineyards of the Champagne region when you can stay in one! Stopover at Meurville at a small site owned by the Champagne producer Perron-Beauvineau. But before the champagne, a visit to the very picturesque city of Troyes. “Troyes, the Magnificent” according to the tourist information. And it didn’t disappoint. We visitedContinue reading “Troyes & Meurville”

Well after the joys of Arras, the day started with good intentions as we headed for Reims. After a dog walk along the canal, we set off to stock up at a hyper market. Mr Google sent us into the centre of Reims and nowhere near our destination. After a 15 minute detour we foundContinue reading “Reims Or Bust!”