Saudre

Well last night was rather more drunken and rowdy than we were anticipating so today has been rather more slow paced. This morning we left our beautiful apartment in central Alençon to drink coffee, eat pastries and watch the world go by for a couple of hours. The people of France in general are so laid back, friendly and community orientated, it was lovely to see neighbours chatting and friends meeting for breakfast. I really do love France.

Coffee imbibed, we hit the road for our final little ride to just outside Cherbourg, ready for our ferry tomorrow. The trip was relaxed, winding through the countryside of northern France.

Of course we had to stop for our final meal in France and I eyed up all the yummy chocolate things that you can’t get your hands on in England. Only room for a Poulain hot chocolate and an obligatory Tintin!

Now we are at a lovely little gite on a French riding stable, listening to the ducks in the neighbouring field and watching the clouds skid through the sky. It’s beautiful here with acres of fields to walk in, which I did and two friendly dogs who enjoy lounging around and a scratch behind the ears. A lovely way to end our trip.

Earlier I took

HIGHLIGHTS - people watching in Alençon
LOW POINTS - hangover
ROADS - D2 out of AlençonRead more