It was incredibly warm this afternoon – 18 degrees Celsius – so we couldn’t resist getting our bikes out. Nearly three hours in the saddle and 45 km were probably a bit much for our first bike ride this year. The last time I took a photo of this 18th century chateau (Domaine de Seillac), …
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Welcoming Cyclists – Bienvenue aux cyclists
We’ve had a very busy weekend cycling. This photo was taken between Amboise and Montlouis. A local wine grower keeps a shady table stocked wtih water for passing cyclists. What a great idea! Nous avons été très occupés ce weekend à faire du vélo. Cette photo est prise entre Amboise et Montlouis. Un vigneron local accueille …
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House in the Distance – Maison en arrière plan
This typical house in the area can be seen from the bike path between Candé-sur-Beuvron and Chailles, on the other side of the Loire from us. It was a great day for cycling. Cette maison typique de la région est visible depuis la piste cyclable entre Candé-sur-Beuvron et Chailles qui se trouvent de l’autre côté …
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Bike Path in Spring – Piste cyclable au printemps
A little late this year, but cycling weather is here at last. This is the bike path between Ménar and Saint Dyé which runs along the Loire. Un peu tard cette année mais le temps nous permet enfin de faire du vélo. Cette piste cyclable le long de la Loire se trouve entre Ménar et Saint Dyé.