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  1. Vulpes

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    #61 Vulpes, Sep 6, 2021
    The one I was staying at? Thats Hotel Panoramico... https://hotelpanoramico.it/
     
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    #62 Vulpes, Sep 6, 2021
    It is, he loves his chardonnay... :p
     
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    #63 Vulpes, Sep 6, 2021
    Glad you're enjoying it, Sandy. Off to the high French Alps tomorrow, so hopefully some more nice pics to come. :kissing_heart:
     
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    #64 Vulpes, Sep 7, 2021
    First call today would be the Col de la Bonette, at 2.715 metres altitude not to be sneezed at.
    The way up was a trifle murky..
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    Forward and upwards.. 20210907_085922.jpg
    The pinnacle of today was quite literally the Cime de la bonette, at 2.802 metres altitude. The highest paved road in Europe.
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    #65 Vulpes, Sep 7, 2021
    That ominous looking dark lump
    was the summit. 20210907_090801.jpg
    En route.
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    #66 Vulpes, Sep 7, 2021
    Next up was de Col de Vars. At 2.109 metres not a biggy, but a great ride up. 20210907_100432.jpg
     
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    #67 Vulpes, Sep 7, 2021
    Is this why they're called "bug-eyes" :joy: the whole front of the bike and my visor are covered with corpses...
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    Sandi T It's ride o'clock somewhere!
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    #68 Sandi T, Sep 7, 2021
    Wow, beautiful vistas, Vulpes. :heart_eyes: But it's pretty clear you are WAY above the tree line today! :eek:

    I found it a bit sad that even at that altitude and in that sweeping beauty there's graffiti to be found. :(
     
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    #69 Vulpes, Sep 7, 2021
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    I then had a choice - continue along the route I did last year, or make a change. I decided on the latter, and popped back into Italy. No pics cos' I was enjoying the riding too much.. :laughing: the road going back up to France in particular. Awesome. Up the top the view was pretty good..
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    Then on to the Col de L'Iseran (2.770 metres), which I'd done last year in the oppsite direction. Contrary to last year though I did get the views this time.
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    #70 Vulpes, Sep 7, 2021
    Now happily enjoying a local beer in Bourg Saint Maurice.
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    #71 Vulpes, Sep 7, 2021
    Today's route, 230 miles.
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    #72 Vulpes, Sep 7, 2021
    Agreed - it was there last year, and obviously not cleaned up. A real shame.
     
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    #73 Markus, Sep 7, 2021
    Another great set of terrific pictures! Thanks!
     
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    #74 joe mc donald, Sep 7, 2021
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    Absolutely stunning and picturesque. You know i am loving this little jaunt Or should i say our epic travels. Thanks for bring us all along with you.
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    #75 Vulpes, Sep 7, 2021
    To top off a great day I had the pleasure of having drinks and dinner with @Hubaxe (Hubert) who drove out to meet me. An excellent evening with most interesting conversation was had.
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    #76 joe mc donald, Sep 7, 2021
    Vulpes a long way to meet a Brother but worth every mile. I am just knackered riding as your pillion in my dreams.
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    #77 Wessa, Sep 7, 2021
    Only one word @Vulpes and that is awesome :):)
     
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    #78 Vulpes, Sep 7, 2021
    Cheers Steve, I'm enjoying every day of this trip!
     
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    #79 Sandi T, Sep 8, 2021
    Food and friends....and photos of food and friends. Awesome! Food, friends, and bikes--life is good. It's so cool that you and @Hubaxe met up for dinner and drinks. :) Had you two ever met each other in person prior to this? As @Bikerman said, it's things like this that make this a great forum. :heart: And, BTW, I happen to like that "plate" that your dinner is sitting on. ;):joy: Very creative.
     
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    #80 Hubaxe, Sep 8, 2021
    Great evening with a top mate. Wim even had snails for dinner :p .. so french.
    Enjoy the rest of your trip.
     
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