We had a very quiet day in Toulouse, yesterday. It turned out that we actually needed a day off, especially having been to the Rugby, almost as soon as we arrived, and having been so excited, after Provence’s stunning win, that we didn’t get to bed until nearly 1am (which is way past our bed-time!) … More Devon to Provence by Bike, Day 15: Canal Du Midi and into Cathar Country
Yesterday was a long day on the bikes, and all we really wanted was a quiet camp-site, where we would just relax, and get a good night’s sleep. Unfortunately, we didn’t have that luxury, thanks to the dogs howling in the large kennels behind the site, thumping music from a nearby van, and people shouting … More Devon to Provence By Bike, Day 11: Another 100km … and Onto The Canal
Join us for an incredible day experiencing the ProD2 rugby final in Toulouse. There really is nothing like French rugby for its passion and atmosphere. What an amazing day! … More From Travel Chaos to Rugby Magic: The ProD2 Final in Toulouse
Its been a whistle-stop last few days, but all of a sudden, we know where, when and how our summer cycling adventure will start. As ever, we have given ourselves plenty of planning time, as it starts this Friday! In 4 days time, we’ll be on our way. Let me explain why this all may … More Starting in Toulouse: Rugby, Roads, and a New Cycling Journey
After yesterday’s ride, and highly sophisticated supper of takeaway pizza and wine from paper cups, we slept like the dead, waking at just after 6, getting ready to go on again. The first thing we did, was look at the weather forecast, which was still showing that there would be rare showers in the morning, … More Saddlebag of Memories… Day 11… Toulouse to Carcassonne
Over the last 10 days, we’ve chanced on some wonderful Chambres D’Hotes, and last night was no different. We had decided to stay just north of Agen, after crossing The Lot river, finding a peaceful little chateau that offered rooms and a swimming pool. It was an incredible place, that has been in the same … More Saddlebag of Memories… Day 10 … Lacenne to Toulouse
It feels like this is becoming a bit of a broken record now, when I say that it’s been another chaotic week. It may have been a bit busy, but it’s also been very lovely, as not only did Andy return after a stay back in Devon, but he arrived with our youngest son Tom, … More A busy week and an incredible evening out
Distance cycled …….. 67 miles So boys how would you sum up today in 3 words? ……. Medieval Cart Track! Arriving in Toulouse last night I think it’s fair to say that Andy George & Tom felt they needed a rest. In the last 3 days they had cycled just shy of 250 miles & … More Day 12 – Toulouse to Carcassonne
Postcards from Provence and beyond 