Update from Allen Part 1.

[3/8, 7:27 pm] Allen Parsons France: Good on you. Been enjoying a beer with these lovely guys - Patrick & Patrice. We've been passing each other on & off the last few days. They speak as much English as I speak French & we get on great. Both retired & in their 60s (Patrick was farming) - a couple of old mates doing a trip in the alps.... One of those little human interactions that make your day & supercede even the grandeur of the Alps
[5/8, 9:10 pm] Allen Parsons France: Meanwhile back on the Hexatrek ......till in des Ecrins National Park & still beautiful but also some very rugged, & steep, difficult terrain.
Was quite taken with an area of slate (?) that was like something from a Game of Thrones set. Was raining when I went through, would be a bit nervy in high winds.
Enjoyed the company of Patrick & Patrice these last few days - old mates, now retired, doing a multi day hike. Spoke as much English as I do French, but had a great time.
And finally, tonight's bivouac spot.
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