Stage 40: Besançon

There were more hills than I expected, but it was a very good day. Lots of shaded forest paths. We have been seeing a lot of huge orange slugs, which we are intent on not squishing.

It is jarring to be in a big city after all the quiet country villages. We are staying at the Diocesan Center.

Today, again, numerous people stopped to talk to us and wish us Bonne Route! or Bonne Continuation! and to ask us question or offer us water and food.Read more