Loire Landscapes and Chateaux 2013
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Since Werner had never been to the Loire Valley we decided to make it our 2013 destination. We went about it in a new way – we bought a bike carrier for the car and drove to France. Once there … Read More

Vézère, Dordogne & Lot
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In August of 2012 Werner and I took a two-week tour of the Vézère, Dordogne & Lot valleys in southwest France. Vézère, Dordogne & Lot August 9-25, 2012 Route München – Bordeaux – Les Eyzies – Souillac – Lot Valley … Read More

Loire – Atlantique 2010
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A continuation of last year’s Chateau trip, starting in Saumur and heading for the coast. Route: Saumur – Vannes, France Distance: 498,53 km Bike: KTM Maranello Light 2009 The first and last two days I traveled alone. For the middle … Read More

The Chateaux of the Loire
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August 15-23, 2009 My very first extended bike trip on my own! Nine days cycling through the countryside of the Loire Valley, visiting chateaux and enjoying the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of rural France. Instead of a linear tour, … Read More