A foggy day which was a pity as we we're off to explore a rather spectacular part of the Pyrennes called the Cirque de Gavarnie. It was still relatively warm but the overcast conditions made for difficult photography and causes exposure problems. Hence the photos don't do justice to the panorama that the eyes can take in.
We had hoped to hire bikes and ride to the top but, alas, the road was closed due to slips and rocks covering the road.
The round trip took about three hours and was well worth the time. Then it was off to Bareges which is a ski resort village about half way up the Col de Tourmalet, the mountain pass ride that is one of the most challenging in the Tour de France cycle race.
Dropped into a couple of small villages and as usual the girls found things to buy. Dinner was again at the hotel and of excellent quality.
More about the region from our older post
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