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Day 11: Only one bike made it home

May 8, 2026

Day 11 of our cycling adventure through southern France ended with a huge puncture just 20km from home, turning the final ride through the Luberon into one last unexpected challenge. Would we make it back in time for the rugby we had returned to see … More Day 11: Only one bike made it home

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Day 10: Taking the Long Way to Beziers via the Coast

May 6, 2026

Day 10 of our cycling journey through southern France — a scenic ride from Capestang to Béziers, taking the long coastal route through seaside landscapes and along quiet roads. … More Day 10: Taking the Long Way to Beziers via the Coast

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Cycling the Canal du Midi Villages – Day 9: Sunshine Ride in the South of France”

May 5, 2026

A sunny Day 9 cycling around the Canal du Midi, exploring quiet villages, peaceful backroads, and the beauty of slow travel in the south of France. … More Cycling the Canal du Midi Villages – Day 9: Sunshine Ride in the South of France”

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Day 8: Riding Through Rain to a Canal Boat at Capestang

May 4, 2026

Some days, like today may not be quite what we planned, but they still turn out to be rather wonderful… even in the rain, with wet feet ! After a lovely couple of days in Pezenas, it was time to hop back on the bikes again today, to continue on to our next stop, at … More Day 8: Riding Through Rain to a Canal Boat at Capestang

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Treasure Hunting at the Grande Deballage in Pezenas

May 3, 2026

Today, was the reason we had pedalled over 300km from Provence to Pezenas; the May Grande Deballage in the town. We love Pezenas, and twice a year brocante and antiques’ traders come to the townto ste up theis atnds, filling the town with bustle, and lots of wonderful things to tempt us. In the past, … More Treasure Hunting at the Grande Deballage in Pezenas

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