Camp and descent

We planned to do the entire 18 km circuit around the mount. So we clambered down. Elodie's sharp ears made us peek over the edge - there was a family of bouquetin (ibex) heading up the slope for the night. Great wildlife moment!

We descended and found a campsite near a river. We set up for the night. I had not brought a tent, so was going to be sleeping in the open - a great view through the leaves to a star-filled sky. Will there be aurora borealis today? I fell asleep before finding out.

Next morning we walked on to complete the long loop around the other side of the mountain. It was a tiring affair, but we were glad and proud to have completed it. I silently spoke words of love to this cool rock. We sat in the jumpy to sip tea and stare at the mountains before heading back to town.Read more