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Bonjour, Je sais que ce n'est pas vraiment original mais j'aimerais avoir votre avis concernant une ébauche d'itinéraire pour un voyage de 3 semaines. Mes interrogations concernent surtout les jours de J4 à J11 (la partie parc/nature) et J13 (où s'arrêter pour passer une nuit en Quebec et NYC) Nous partons à 2 couples sans enfant pas vraiment sportifs mais comptons tout de même faire quelques randos. Les autres jours sont plus ou moins fixés : nous avons fait en sorte d'être à Quebec pour la fête canadienne (1er juillet) et à New York pour le 4. Cela dit si vous avez des remarques, je suis preneur :)

J0 Arrivée Montreal J1 Montreal J2 Montreal J3 Montreal J4 Mont tremblant J5 Mont tremblant J6 3 rivières J7 Saint Félicien (zoo) J8 Saguenay / La Baie J9 Saguenay / La Baie J10 Tadoussac J11 Quebec J12 Quebec J13 Plattsburgh J14 New York J15 New York J16 New York J17 New York J18 New York J19 Niagara J20 Toronto J21 Ottawa J22 Montreal

Merci d'avance pour votre aide! 🙂

Bonjour à tous, Je compte partir avec des amis, à pied de Toulouse pour aller jusqu'à Paris. Nous comptons partir soit en janvier, soit en fêvrier. Oui il fera froid mais nous sommes habitués! ;-) J'ai tenté de trouver une carte des GR nationale, mais ce que je trouve ne me convient pas. Il y a bien les GR référencés mais aucun partant de toulouse jusqu'à Paris en passant par le limousin et le centre, ou alors je suis une buse dans mes recherches! 😛 Quelqu'un aurait il une idée a me suggérer svp? Est ce que des personnes l'auraient déja fait? je suppose.. Cordialement,

Bonjour,

Nous serons à Paris en début juillet et je me demandais dans quelle arrondissement nous devrions rester pour être près de pas mal de sites à voir? Nous voyageons avec nos 2 enfants.

Merci

Nous devons séjourner les 12, 13 et 14 novembre 2010 à Houilles dans le département des Yvelines et sommes preneurs de conseils pour profiter au maximum des environs...donc pas de Paris même. nos centres d'intérêts: l'architecture les jardins les arts en général les spectacles... toute manifestation originale et sympa Versailles nous connaissons mais il y a sûrement des idées à prendre jmca

bjr a tous je vie a la reunion actuelement et j aimerai venir vivre en guyane . j aimerai avoir des bon conseil pr s y installer trouver du travail logement etc j attend vos conseil avec impatience merci

Bonjour à tous,

Nous sommes actuellement à Salta, dans le Nord-Ouest de l'Argentine et en pleine réflexion sur la suite de notre voyage en Argentine/Chili. Nous avons grossièrement deux mois devant nous pour découvrir en partie ces deux pays avant de devoir nous rendre à Santa Cruz en Bolivie qui sera notre point de départ pour l'exploration de ce pays puis du Pérou.

Le plan initial était de passer dans quelques jours au Chili et plus précisément à San Pedro de Atacama avant de redescendre tranquillement vers Santiago.

Cependant, après m'être renseigné, le désert d'Atacama semble être une zone très très touristique (surtout à cette saison) et il semblerait que les excursions en groupe soient un passage obligé pour découvrir la région (pas notre tasse de thé). La location de voiture me semble hors d'accès pour notre budget et bien que j'aime le vélo, je ne me vois pas faire plus de 50-60km par jour ce qui restreint les zones accessibles.

A partir de là, j'aurai plusieurs questions à vous poser : 1. La visite de San Pedro et des ses alentours vaut-elle le coup dans ces conditions ? Sachant également que nous n'aurons pas l'occasion d'y retourner plus tard dans le voyage. 2. Connaissez-vous d'autres petites villes ou régions au Nord de Santiago qui sont propices à la randonnée ou à la découverte en vélo ? Arica et Iquique semblent chouettes mais nous éloignent encore plus de la Patagonie que nous cherchons à rejoindre à terme !

Toute aide qui nous permettrait de dessiner une ébauche d'itinéraire est la bienvenue :-)

Bonne soirée !

Maxime

Bonjour,

en m'apprêtant à acheter un guide, je me suis aperçue que nombre d'entre eux distinguaient Bretagne Nord et Bretagne Sud. Je ne connais pas du tout cette région de la France et après avoir lu de nombreux posts sur le forum, je ne suis toujours pas plus avancée... !

Nous disposons de 15 jours pour visiter la Bretagne mais j'hésite : - est-ce "trop" de jours pour faire seulement le Nord? - pouvons-nous alors faire le Nord et le Sud sans faire seulement de la voiture? - Si nous décidons de ne visiter que le Nord, j'ai pensé à deux points de chute : Saint-Malo et Tréguier mais dans ce cas, cela nous ferait revenir sur nos pas à plusieurs reprises au retour de nos visites, et il serait alors peut-être plus efficace d'aller "de l'avant".

Pourriez-vous m'éclairer SVP à ce sujet?

Merci !

Audrey.

Bonjours à tous.

Depuis quelques jours, j'ai l'idée de me couper un peu du monde, pour marcher, et profiter de ma belle région qu'est le Jura, j'ai commencé à regarder à gauche à droite voir ce que je pouvais faire à ma porter. Ce que je recherche exactement : c'est un trek de 3 jours, dans le milieu le plus naturel possible, pour ainsi me couper de toute civilisation, l'idée est vraiment de m'isoler ces jours la, dormir à la belle étoile, me sentir seul et méditer. A la base, je voulais partir une semaine voir plus, mais étant donné mon inexpérience en la matière, il est bien plus judicieux de miser sur 3 jours. Pour la période, étant donné que je compte dormir dehors, ça ne sera pas avant début Mai je pense.

Je n'ai jamais vraiment fait de trek sur plusieurs jours ( donc pour ça, il va falloir que je me renseigne sur l'équipement à prendre ), après je ne suis pas non plus un véritable débutant dans la randonnée, puisque j'adore me balader, je suis largement capable de marcher plusieurs heures d'affilé, voir toute une journée sans problème ( j'ai le souvenir de grosses balades en Malaisie, avec un 30°C frappant sur le crane ), et le dénivelé ne me fait pas peur, bien au contraire.

J'avais l'idée de me faire le crêt de la neige, mais je suis pas sur que ça soit possible de le faire traîner sur 3 jours. J'ai entendu parlé aussi de la GTJ, mais ça semble un peu trop grand, et un peu trop fréquenté à mon gout ( traverser des villages ne m'intéresse guère ) Avez vous des idées ?

Au passage, je compte me procurer ce bouquin la très prochainement :

Cordialement Keussef

Hello à tous, Voyageur à vélo contraint par obligation professionnelle à se contenter de "petits" voyages, je vais cette année expérimenter un nouvel objectif: découvrir la France département par département, avec pour chacun de ceux-ci 4-5 jours de voyage, en cyclo-camping ou petits hotels en fonction des terrains et des disponibilités. Il va me falloir un certain temps avant de tout boucler mais je ne suis pas pressé....😛 L'idée est de rouler 80 à 100 km par jour en découvrant la richesse de chaque département, autant que faire se peut en si peu de temps. Pourquoi pas aussi s'arrêter une demi, voire une journée dans une ville pour la découvrir un peu plus.

Etant Belge, je démarre cette année par le département du Nord, que je me vois bien parcourir sur toute sa longueur, de Trélon à Bray-Dunes.

Avez-vous des suggestions sur des curiosités incontournables, des pistes cyclables, des routes forestières sympas, ou au contraire des axes à éviter à vélo... enfin bref tout ce qu'on ne trouve pas facilement dans les guides réservés aux automobilistes.

je compte bien après cette première expérience faire encore deux autres départements de la même façon plus tard dans l'année.

Merci d'avance!!

PARIS - Un incident sur le système de conditionnement d'air d'un A330 d'Air France qui avait décollé jeudi de Paris vers Douala, au Cameroun, a contraint l'équipage à rebrousser chemin, apprend-on auprès de la compagnie. L'Express 31/07

Salut à tous,

nous revenons de Montréal il y a 2 jours et nous nous sommes éclater.

Nous avons visiter plein de choses si ça intéresse des personnes n'hésitez pas à me demander.

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Cycling Through Provence's Big Climbs

In the autumn of 2011, Provence was hit by apocalyptic weather—torrential rain and a particularly violent east wind, reaching 130 kilometers per hour, whipping up waves as high as seven meters. It wasn’t the best time to venture outside. Yet, I told myself that after the storm, calm would return. I kept an eye on the weather forecast and noticed that starting November 10th, a favorable window should open for a little 600-kilometer cycling trip across Provence. The weather reports promised a high-pressure system that would keep the bad weather at bay over these highlands. That was all I needed to decide to set off. The planned route would take me through Provence’s biggest climbs: Mont Ventoux, Montagne de Lure, the Verdon Gorge, the Massif des Maures, and Sainte-Baume.

And so, despite my doubts, the call of adventure was stronger. The train pulled away, and once again, a journey began at Part-Dieu station. This time, I headed toward Haute-Provence for a cycling adventure. It would be my first solo bike trip. I was a little nervous—cycling with panniers makes you feel vulnerable to theft. I’d already been robbed while traveling in a group in Peru, and that experience left me deeply shaken. Alone, I hesitated. But no need to panic—I’d read accounts from long-distance cyclists who hadn’t been robbed, even if it does happen sometimes. I was particularly thinking of a young schoolteacher who had taken a sabbatical to cycle around the world. Her students had remarked, "Teacher, you’re not sporty—how will you manage to cycle around the world?" This young woman was full of resourcefulness. In South America, before flying to China, she locked her bike to a post to take care of a natural need. When she returned, the post had been torn out, and her bike—along with all her gear—was gone. It was a shock for many, but not for her. She boarded her flight to the Middle Kingdom, bought the essentials (including a new bike) once there, and continued her journey! Remembering this story, I almost felt ashamed of my cowardice. These were the thoughts running through my mind as the Rhône Valley rolled by toward Orange, the starting point of my Provençal adventure through the big climbs.

Day One: Orange to Sault via Mont Ventoux – 90 km

9:30 AM, I stepped off the train. With all my gear, I had to navigate the underground passage—no easy feat, given that my bike and luggage weighed 35 kilos. At this time of year, I expected some areas to be deserted, so I’d packed enough to bivouac comfortably. Once outside the station, the southern light flooded over me. I understood why people dream of retiring in these sun-drenched regions. As always, after disembarking from public transport, I had to get my bearings and decide which way to go. The sun, still low on the horizon, pointed east. The roar of fighter jet engines helped me locate the Air Base 115. That was all I needed to "reset the gyros."

As soon as I started pedaling, all my apprehensions vanished. The joy of discovery and physical effort took over, and euphoria washed over me. It’s amazing how emotions can shift from one moment to the next based on seemingly minor circumstances.

The weather was splendid—the forecast had predicted continuous showers, but it was completely wrong. I quickly left the city behind. Mont Ventoux loomed mysteriously, its dimensions hard to gauge. It was even more enigmatic with its summit hidden beneath swirling, mottled clouds clinging to the ridges. It reminded me of a great South American volcano. I struggled to imagine that in a few hours, I’d be up there under that blanket of mist.

The countryside was shaking off its autumnal nighttime dampness. The vineyards, interspersed with tall cypress hedges, confirmed I was in the magnificent Côtes du Rhône wine region. The distinctive Dentelles de Montmirail were very much in evidence. The air force base wasn’t far. I passed the runway’s end markers. A Mirage 2000 flew overhead in a tight turn, followed by another roaring into takeoff. It came straight at me before climbing sharply with a thunderous roar. Thirty years spent in that captivating world came rushing back. I recalled countless extraordinary human and technical experiences from my time in the service. But the purpose of this post isn’t to promote the air force—though I might post some articles one day about travels among men at war.

I continued on my way, leaving my past loves behind. As I pedaled, delightful names rolled by: Violès, Vacqueyras, Gigondas, Beaumes-de-Venise—the crème de la crème of the Côtes du Rhône Villages appellation. I let myself be enchanted by the vineyards and the little paths crisscrossing them. I started to doubt my route, though the imposing mass of Mont Ventoux in the distance acted like a giant beacon. At a crossroads, a car appeared. I approached to ask the driver for directions, but she didn’t even look at me and sped off, clearly frightened. I’d almost forgotten what a fearful world we live in, no doubt traumatized by all the horrors we see in the news and on TV.

The kilometers started adding up, but was my day’s goal too ambitious? It had been two months since I’d last ridden my bike. True, my last trip had been good training—the Route des Grandes Alpes—but that was two months ago. I can’t just take my bike out for a day trip; I need that sense of adventure to find the courage to exercise.

Two cyclists overtook me. Intrigued by my load, they struck up a conversation. They were skeptical when I told them I planned to cross Mont Ventoux that day. One of them pointed out a small chapel near the summit where I could bivouac sheltered. That motivated me even more to reach the top on this first stage. The chapel also had a mythical name for me—Sainte-Anne, the name of my parents’ villa. It was already noon, and I’d covered 50 kilometers. Malaucène appeared—the sacred village of Ventoux’s mad cyclists. Surprisingly, I didn’t see any other cyclists today. I remembered this place in June, teeming with aspirants for the king of summits. Before tackling the climb ahead, I needed to refuel. I enjoyed a pleasant gastronomic break at Max’s. At 1 PM, I started the most famous climb in cycling—21 kilometers, which would actually be 23. I knew it would be tough, especially with two handicaps: 50 kilometers already in my legs and 20 kilos of luggage. But I was counting on my tiny chainring, which let me climb trees to tackle the steep ramps.

I set off at a brisk pace along a deserted road. My speed held up for the first few kilometers. I quickly rose above the valley, the horizon widening. I was surprised to see no one on this world-renowned route among cycling enthusiasts. During the climb and descent, I’d only see five cyclists—but I’ll come back to that. I passed a sign explaining that the effort would be roughly equivalent to climbing the Col de la Bonnette. Having done the latter in September, I figured I’d be fine. I crossed paths with my first cyclist—a woman speeding downhill. After 12 kilometers, I hit slopes averaging 12%. I don’t know if the number 12 is cursed, but I got such a "bamboo" hit that I’d never experienced before. I thought I wouldn’t make it to the summit today. I stopped. My thighs burned so much I could barely walk—lactic acid overload. I looked for a relatively flat spot to pitch my tent. It was 3:30 PM, with two hours of daylight left. But I found nothing.

I got back on my bike, intending to stop as soon as I found a good bivouac spot. But nothing came up. However, my strength slowly returned, perhaps because the slope eased, though it remained around 10%. I entered the summit mists. A cyclist overtook me. I was in the zone where I had to pass the summit. Dusk caught me in the final difficulties. The atmosphere was downright austere. In the twilight, a kilometer from the summit, a cyclist was fixing his bike. I asked if he needed help. He made it clear he didn’t understand. So I asked, "Do you need some help?" His answer was clear: "No, thank you." He showed me his new inner tube. Inside, I thought, "Phew!" If I’d had to stop, sweating in the falling night with the cold intensifying, I’d have struggled to get going again. But he managed, and I continued into the twilight fog. I could barely make out the summit’s large antennas in the clouds, like immense ghosts trying to evade sight. The bike delivered sensations worthy of mountain racing. My goal was to quickly find the famous chapel in the descent to take shelter. As I glided down the southern slope, two cyclists without lights crossed my path in the night—probably heading to the station above, its lights visible in the fog.

I scanned the roadside in the dark for the chapel but saw nothing. After a kilometer or two, I lost all hope. I stopped to put on more clothes as the cold became intense. I had no idea where I could stop on these steep slopes to set up camp. Between the swirls of mist, I could intermittently see the Rhône Valley below, dotted with illuminated towns and villages. The sight was striking. What was I doing on this mountain at night? Then the miracle happened—the clouds parted, and from the ridge above me to the east, a beautiful full moon emerged, casting enough light to consider a nighttime descent to Sault, 26 kilometers away.

In this eerie atmosphere between the moon’s pale rays and patches of fog, I began my descent through a hazy, almost unreal world. The Ventoux’s characteristic white scree reflected the moonlight faintly, dimmed by the mist. In places, entire mountainsides were plunged into complete darkness, and I lost all sense of the road’s path. Then, around a tight bend caused by a land shift, the light returned. It seemed extreme compared to the darkness I’d left behind. I could once again clearly see the road’s contours, though not its potholes or gravel patches. Still, I let the slope carry me, and the speed felt significant, though the low light prevented me from reading my speedometer. In these moments, concentration was at its peak—all senses alert, reflexes ready to react to the slightest incident that could lead to a fall.

I was relieved to see Sault’s lights growing closer. In less than an hour, I reached it, considering the final little climb that required one last push. This village, bustling in summer, was deserted at this time of year—almost dead. The first hotel I came across was closed. A quick shadow passed in a small sloping street. Before it disappeared into the darkness at a house corner, I chased after it and asked about accommodation options. Very kindly, I was directed to what was probably the only hotel open in November. I quickly found it, and the reception was open. I entered wearing my black balaclava, bought in the Ayacucho region—the birthplace of Peru’s Shining Path. At this late hour, I saw questioning glances directed at me. I prefaced, "This isn’t a hold-up." Clearly, the owners had a sense of humor—they started smiling. I took off my balaclava and asked for a room. No problem, and from that moment, the pressure eased. I really didn’t feel like going back out to find a spot to pitch my tent in the biting cold.

The stage had been nearly 100 kilometers, and it was the first. It had been two months since I’d touched my bike, and I probably lacked even minimal training, even though my last bike trip had been crossing the French Alps. I really had to dig deep to overcome my weakness on Ventoux’s steep section. I don’t remember ever having to search so deeply for the energy to keep going. I knew the stage I’d set for tomorrow was significant, with the climb up Montagne de Lure’s northern slope—Ventoux’s little sister, whose ascent is reputed to be endless, over 25 kilometers. I hoped this first day wouldn’t leave me too sore to avoid suffering excessively tomorrow.

For now, relaxation—a hot shower did me a world of good, followed by a good meal. I ate a delicious andouillette from Troyes, very fine, with a particularly successful herb seasoning. I loved it, and yet I’m from Lyon and pride myself on knowing a thing or two about andouillette—not just a sausage but a whole category! A bit chauvinistic, I had to admit, though reluctantly, that I found it better than the ones I usually eat in the Lyon region!

Day Two: Sault to Forcalquier via Montagne de Lure – 116 km

This morning, the weather was magnificent—the air clear, still, very fresh, and invigorating, as only the late season can offer on these Provençal highlands. In summer, they’re known for their scorching heat and drought, but often overlooked is how harsh they can be with cold and storms. Authors like Giono or Bosco described them and their inhabitants wonderfully in books like "Les Âmes Fortes."

The miracle of the night had worked. I wasn’t sore anywhere and felt in great shape. I set off well-equipped, but the effort and sun soon made me sweat. It was time to shed some layers—hat and gloves. A gentle warmth replaced the cold, making for excellent cycling conditions. On the road to Trinit, there was no traffic—only the occasional hunters’ cars parked in the distance. These vehicles were recognizable by their large cages, used to transport hunting dogs. Sometimes, the silence was broken by a distant gunshot. The deciduous forests were losing their foliage, taking on that dull brown hue of late autumn, though here and there, a tree or shrub still resisted, displaying vivid yellow or red. The meadows, their grass already scorched by the cold, were damp from the night’s heavy humidity. The low sun highlighted thousands of spider webs that had trapped insects during the warm season.

Behind me, Mont Ventoux dominated these vast spaces. As often, its imposing, stony summit was crowned with a blanket of clouds. What an impressive mountain—it’s always so hard to gauge its dimensions. I struggled to realize that last night I’d been at the summit and descended its immense southern ridge in the dark. I hoped to return one day in favorable conditions—daylight and no clouds—to enjoy the vast panorama from this unique summit.

Leaving the very Provençal village of Trinit, I tackled my first climb of the day—the Col de l’Homme Mort. The road rose moderately for five kilometers in gentle warmth. The view over the region widened, and I felt the sheer joy of pedaling. At a good pace, I overcame this first little challenge. Once at the pass, I couldn’t resist the ritual of photographing my bike in front of the sign, giving the name and altitude—1,213 meters.

The northern slope was austere and still in shadow. The cold bit again. The road was wet and covered with leaves in places. It wasn’t impossible that some treacherous patches of black ice lurked around a bend. I descended toward the Jabron Valley with caution. Suddenly, around a bend in a forest clearing, the freshly snow-covered Alps, gleaming in the sun, leapt into view, blocking the horizon. I thought I recognized the distinctive silhouette of the Écrins’ south face above a multitude of jagged peaks.

This snow and these mountains awakened a flood of memories of great joys, but I also thought of the guide and his client who had just lost their lives on the Grandes Jorasses’ north face, at the top of a route called the Linceul. The name comes from the face’s appearance—a great ice slope bordering the Grandes Jorasses’ north wall. It was first climbed by René Desmaison in 1968. He passed away a few years ago and, in his final wishes, asked that his ashes be scattered in the Dévoluy Massif at the foot of Pic de Bure, not far from here in these immense pre-Alpine folds.

At my feet, the Jabron Valley stretched almost endlessly east toward Sisteron. In the distance, the dark mass of Montagne de Lure’s north face loomed. This mountain shares similarities with Mont Ventoux. It has the same summit scree of bright limestone, the same forests climbing up to the final rocky stretch, and that blanket of clouds adding a secretive, austere touch to the scene.

I turned left past the town of Séderon and headed toward the little Col de la Pigière, which in a few kilometers allowed me to truly plunge into the beautiful Jabron Valley. I passed through several villages with charming local names—Saint-Vincent, Noyer-sur-Jabron. The river offered lovely views of its narrow gorges with clear, cold water. Autumn seemed less advanced here than on the plateau I’d just left. Many trees still wore brilliant colors, some revealing extraordinary hues—mixes of crimson, pink, and bright red.

Arriving in Noyer-sur-Jabron, I took a tiny road on the river’s right bank, leading in a few kilometers to the foot of Montagne de Lure. In the village of Valbelle, I picnicked on leftovers I’d brought from home—an old cheese and a somewhat stale loaf of bread. It was 1:30 PM. I began the long climb of about 25 kilometers. According to a friend who’s a cycling expert in the region, this section is tough. No wonder it’s called Ventoux’s little sister—the Mont Blanc of cyclists. The elevation gain on this side is still 1,200 meters, while Ventoux via Malaucène is nearly 1,600 meters.

I hoped to reach the summit before nightfall and avoid reliving a nighttime descent. The route wound through a vast forest, following the terrain’s folds. There was activity—mushroom hunters were busy searching for the coveted chanterelle. The climb, though never very steep (only one kilometer at 9%), was interminable. Though traffic was practically nonexistent, I was overtaken by a group of Harley bikers—I counted about forty. Perched high on their machines, hands in the air on wildly shaped handlebars, some with their feet nearly in the sky due to the high footpegs, they didn’t even glance my way. What’s this idiot doing, unable to ride a motorcycle and forced to climb these mountains on a bike with big bags! I wasn’t offended—real Harley purists often see other motorcyclists as renegades, so bikes are even lower on the totem pole! But I didn’t want to start a debate about motorcycles. In my youth, when I was a wild motorcyclist (22 accidents on two wheels), clans were divided into Japanese, German, Italian, and British bike owners. The latter, on their vibrating, oil-leaking machines, considered themselves the purest. But let’s not fight—there’s a statute of limitations, and it’s been nearly forty years.

As yesterday, a few kilometers below the summit, I entered the fog, and the light dropped suddenly. What a hostile mountain in these conditions! It heightened the sense of living an incredible experience. The conditions we encounter play a major role in how the adventure imprints on our memory. I realized once again that in France, you can feel like you’re very far away. Finally, after this very long climb, the Pas de Graille sign suddenly appeared out of the grayness. Strange! Below the sign, a kilometer marker indicated this same pass was over three kilometers away. Clearly, the climb continued. In these final kilometers through the scree, I gained another 130 meters of elevation. Finally, the road’s high point was reached—1,720 meters. It was cold and damp. I quickly covered up, added my balaclava under my helmet, and put on warm gloves. As I was about to start the descent, a car stopped at the summit, and one of the passengers was surprised to find a bike there in these chilly, twilight conditions.

A 20-kilometer descent led me to the village of Saint-Étienne-les-Orgues. I hoped to find a place to stay for the night. No such luck! Everything was clearly closed—no chance of finding shelter. Tonight was getting complicated. I already had exactly 100 kilometers in my legs and didn’t feel like pedaling anymore, especially at night. But I had even less desire to sleep outside. What to do to avoid it? The town of Forcalquier was 16 kilometers away—I hoped the road would descend. I set off in that direction. The first third was along a beautiful, lightly trafficked departmental road with a slight downhill—I pedaled hard. But it got tougher. I joined a busier road, and night had fallen. A several-kilometer climb finished the journey. I knew my magnetic lights weren’t very powerful—hence the danger. They were even less so on the climb because the slower I went, the less they illuminated. Cars coming the opposite way often saw me late and blinded me with their high beams. After passing, I was plunged into total darkness for a few seconds while my pupils readjusted to the night. I imagined those coming up behind me saw me with little warning, despite my slightly fluorescent jacket. When the roadside was clear, I always positioned myself to quickly jump off the road. But unfortunately, in this long final climb, a guardrail prevented any escape to the right in case of sudden braking behind me. That was even more anxiety-inducing since I was stuck at a snail’s pace. Time seemed long. I pedaled as hard as I could, on the verge of asphyxiation, trying to escape this dangerous situation as quickly as possible. My only reference point was the vehicles in front of me, letting me know the climb wasn’t over. Then suddenly, the ordeal ended—the road’s high point was reached. The town and its lights emerged from the void, and clarity returned. Phew! I glided down toward this little town bathed in light. On November 11th, I hoped to find an open hotel since I’d clearly exceeded 100 kilometers, and the idea of having to leave town to find a bivouac spot somewhat frightened me.

I arrived in the town center. Activity was low. The first hotel was closed, but I spotted a lit sign for another establishment further on. I headed there, got off my bike, and entered. The welcome was immediately friendly—a big cat came to rub against me. For me, that was a very good sign, and the first impression was confirmed. I still had to go out to eat. I covered the minimum distance. A restaurant advertised "Mom’s Cooking." I expected Provençal specialties, but they were Moroccan. I chose a delicious tagine with lime and olives, followed by almond and honey ice cream. Exhausted after this 116-kilometer stage, I returned to my room. As often after intense efforts, it was hard to fall asleep.

Day Three: Forcalquier to Moustiers-Sainte-Marie – 58 km

On this third day, due to the progress made yesterday, the stage would be short. I’d call it a transition between two mountain ranges. Indeed, the next big climb is the Verdon Gorge. I planned to position myself at its foot this evening in preparation for a tough stage tomorrow. I made a few purchases—bread, bananas, and medicine for stomach burns (the midday sausage wasn’t always kind to me). The weather was still perfect. The route began with a long descent toward the Durance. It’s always nice to start a cycling day with a downhill—it boosts morale and allows for a gentle warm-up.

I quickly reached the town of Oraison. Just at its entrance, I crossed the Durance, which still bore traces of last week’s heavy rains along its sandbanks. Indeed, numerous stumps and trunks were scattered along its vast gravel bed, along with less ecological debris like old tires.

A little south of Oraison, I took the D907, a small road heading due east between scrubland and meadows. There it was—the Provence we imagine. This stable autumn weather, with still air, neither hot nor cold, just a fresh feeling when emerging from a shaded valley or a slight warmth under the sun, was ideal for a cyclist. After about ten kilometers at the bottom of a small valley I quickly passed through, the village of Le Brunet appeared on the right. It clung to the slopes leading to the Valensole Plateau. A few steep kilometers along a tiny winding road, and suddenly a vast panorama unfolded as the climb ended.

What a magnificent plateau! Though known for its wind, luckily today was completely calm. Far to the east, the Verdon’s great cliffs blocked the horizon. This allowed me to contemplate part of tomorrow’s stage. This place is full of mysteries—many UFO and extraterrestrial encounter stories are associated with it. Moreover, for about thirty years, France hid its ground-to-ground nuclear ballistic missiles here, grouped in the 1st GMS (Ballistic Missile Group), under the air force. Naturally, these rockets fueled fantasies, and pacifist groups settled in the region to protest this type of armament. This gives many reasons to shroud this austere, deserted land in mystery.

I took a dirt path leading to the heart of this zone and stopped at the forest’s edge for lunch. The silence was total, the view stretched very far. But nothing strange or bizarre manifested. No Martian came to share my frankly moldy cheese, very peppery sausage, or bruised banana—sniff! I resumed my route, and as often when crossing places with strong character, I tended to slow down to enjoy them longer. The immense lavender fields stretched endlessly, not very fragrant at this season. I arrived at a group of truffle oaks protected by a fence, with large red signs warning "Firearm." Clearly, the war for the black diamond was raging in this region. I remembered a novel where an old farmer made buyers believe nothing grew on his land. Every year, he secretly stole the mushrooms from the unsuspecting owners. Then one day, they discovered the truth, catching this "polite" neighbor trying to hide a basket full of beautiful, large truffles!

In these vast spaces, I felt good—a sense of plenitude. It’s strange that I only conceive of cycling through wandering. I struggle to plan a day trip. And if I do, it’s highly likely I won’t get up. I need that sense of adventure to fully appreciate my physical effort. Maybe one day I should get psychoanalyzed, but at my age, it’s probably too late! Today, I had all the time in the world—the stage was half as long as yesterday’s, with very little elevation gain. Not a sound, an impressive calm, a beautiful landscape—I pedaled in a wonderful place. That’s probably happiness!

I reached the village of Puimoisson on the plateau’s eastern edge—only 12 kilometers left to Moustiers. I took my time, sat at a café terrace in the sun, and leisurely enjoyed a coffee while listening to the village come to life. I was delighted by these melodious southern voices, bursting into great laughter. There are places where, despite the anxieties caused by our debt-ridden, dysfunctional societies, some have decided to take life on the bright side and show a saving insouciance.

The rest of the journey was a simple formality—I let the slope carry me toward the pretty little town of Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, clinging to the cliff and famous for its faïence. Arriving early for once, I went to the tourist office to choose a comfortable hotel. Indeed, the Hôtel des Restanques was very comfortable and admirably well-located. But at this time of year, I’d have to return to the village center for dinner. The very kind receptionist reserved a table for me at La Treille Muscate, a restaurant with a magnificently arranged room on the church square. It was only 3:30 PM—I continued to take my time, showering and relaxing in front of the TV. Then I set off to explore—or rather, re-explore—this village I’d visited several times before. But I’d never climbed to its chapel perched in the middle of the great cliff towering over the houses. A stony, aerial path led there. The first mentions of the Notre-Dame de Beauvoir chapel, known in ancient times as Notre-Dame d’Entre-Roches, date back to the 9th century. It’s one of the rare "respite" chapels found in Provence. These are chapels where stillborn children were brought to be revived for a few moments, just long enough to baptize them. They could then be buried religiously, ensuring the salvation of their souls. I was also very moved by reading some ex-votos, like the one from "A mother for her three children returned from the war."

The place was impressive, especially as night fell. I was alone and watched the shadows fill the great cliffs above me. With an old climber’s reflex, I looked for possible climbing routes among these slabs and cracks. But climbing is probably forbidden here, too close to the houses. Then I descended to stroll through the village, admiring the magnificent, finely crafted faïence patterns found in many shops. Finally, dinnertime arrived, and I joined my restaurant, which had been highly recommended. I was delighted by the foie gras ravioli and the pieds et paquets—the chef’s specialty. I’ll come back with family.

Day Four: Moustiers to Fréjus via the Verdon – 122 km

A hearty breakfast prepared me for the day’s tough efforts. Next to me, four Chinese people chatted animatedly. Of course, I didn’t understand a word—it was a language with strange intonations and sounds. I left the dining room and prepared my bike on the terrace. Seeing the volume of my luggage, my Chinese friends rushed over and asked to take turns having their photo taken in front of this funny setup. All laughing, they took photos in front of what they probably considered a French coolie off on some trading business! When they show these photos to their relatives, they’ll likely be perplexed about what motivates some to travel by bike rather than car. For them, the car is a symbol of success—according to an article I read last year, 14,000 cars are registered in China every day!

This morning, the air was fresh. As yesterday, I started with a long descent, this time leading to the edge of Lac de Sainte-Croix. A strong, biting headwind slowed me down. It wouldn’t last, as it was generated by the gorge’s outlet, which I’d reach in a few kilometers. On this cold morning, the lake’s shores exuded great tranquility. The sun was still hidden behind the Verdon’s mountainous mass. Trees with yellow leaves stood out against the water’s pale blue. The bridge marking the gorge’s beginning at the lake’s edge was an ideal spot to admire this natural splendor. At this early hour, the play of light and shadow on the water and the immense cliffs delivered a grandiose spectacle in beautiful harmony. This first contact with the gorges, which I knew well, amazed me.

Once past the bridge, the wind calmed. A little further on, I began the long climb that would take me to the top of this immense natural gash, which water had taken millions of years to carve. I was in good shape and highly motivated by the splendors to come. First, I reached the village of Aiguines, which offered a magnificent viewpoint over the lake. Then I continued toward the Corniche Sublime, where countless breathtaking panoramas unfolded as I progressed. But the climb was sustained and long, requiring effort—though my small chainring worked miracles. I first passed the Col d’Illoire, already 500 meters above the lake. Seeing all these great cliffs, countless climbing memories came flooding back. The classic routes of the Escalès cliff, over 300 meters high, flashed by. Routes with legendary names—La Demande, Les Écureuils, Luna-Bong, and many others. The one that left me with the best memory was ULA—a crack, vertical or even overhanging, of sheer beauty rising above a 40-meter slab in one go for 280 meters of sustained, beautiful climbing on extraordinary rock. It made me want to return to climb there, to immerse myself in the atmosphere of those past times. But climbing habits have changed—now routes are accessed from above by rappel, and people don’t always bother to do these great climbs in their entirety, focusing instead on shorter but technically much more difficult enterprises.

At almost every bend, I stopped and scanned these great cliffs, searching for memories of past experiences and emotions in these secret rock folds. The road climbed well above the pass, exceeding 1,200 meters. It was cool, especially since I was sweating. Finally reaching the high point of the Corniche Sublime, I couldn’t gain speed on the descent—my gaze was always drawn to this astonishing canyon. Around a bend, two cyclists with funny small-wheeled bikes. Wow! It was a couple of Australians doing a year-long tour of France. We chatted passionately about our two-wheeled experiences for a moment. But time was passing, and if I wanted to reach Fréjus before nightfall, I’d have to pedal seriously.

I stopped at the Pont de l’Artuby, where bungee jumping was in full swing. But I quickly set off again toward Comps. The wind was against me, and it was climbing. I started to doubt whether I’d make it to the coast that evening. At 2 PM, I was in Comps-sur-Artuby. I didn’t stop, knowing that before reaching the coast, I’d have no alternative to bivouacking, and I had 70 kilometers left to cover. Sure, it should be downhill, but a few climbs were on the program. After a descent out of the village, I crossed the Artuby River again on the Canjuers military camp. A several-kilometer climb followed, fortunately not too steep. I took the D19 toward Barjols. From there, despite the late hour, I opted for a tiny road passing through Claviers, a small perched village. Time passed quickly, but the kilometers added up. I regained hope. Fifteen kilometers after this last village, I reached Saint-Paul-en-Forêt via a magnificent forested route. I had plenty of time to observe mushroom hunters. I asked one who clearly had some in a plastic bag. He gave me this hilarious answer with a magnificent southern accent: "I only picked the bad ones." No reply was possible. I moved on with a smile. A little further on, another hunter carried a basket. As soon as he saw me, he quickly hid it—just in case I saw what it contained. Arriving at the village involved a steep climb, and I was close to 100 kilometers. I still had a little over 20 kilometers to go before reaching Fréjus. The race against nightfall had begun. Over there to my right, I saw the sun setting behind Roquebrune-sur-Argens’ distinctive rock. The sea appeared. There it was—I was in Fréjus’ industrial zone. On this Sunday evening, traffic was heavy. Indeed, many had taken advantage of the return of good weather after very heavy storms to go for a walk. After quite a few detours, I arrived at the seaside just as night fell. My odometer showed 122 km for the day. I quickly found a simple hotel, ate just as quickly, and went to bed.

Day Five: Fréjus to Solliès-Pont – 92 km

Once again, the night had done its restorative work, and I prepared to cross the Massif des Maures feeling quite fresh. The weather forecast was still favorable for today, but a deterioration was expected tomorrow. I tended to trust it because the east wind was blowing, and in the region, that’s a sign of rain. For now, in the short term, this wind would be very useful—it would push me generously throughout the day.

I started calmly along the harbor quays, looking at the boats. Then I joined the road to Saint-Aygulf and followed the coast for forty kilometers to Port-Grimaud. All these seaside resorts—Saint-Aygulf, Les Issambres, Sainte-Maxime—reminded me of my youth when we spent all our vacations fishing, whether from shore, underwater, or by boat. Looking at the sea roll by, I knew what the seabeds looked like under that surface hiding them. The marine areas we knew best were now under the parking lots and commercial zones of Saint-Raphaël’s new port. In our youth, these infrastructures didn’t exist, and their construction came at the expense of coastal marine areas. Our wonderful fishing spots were permanently buried. I remember seeing the first big trucks that came to dump their loads of earth and rubble, destroying all those wonderful places—sandbanks, seaweed beds, groups of rocky holes teeming with fish that enchanted our youth. Over forty years later, I can still visualize them in my imagination under those parking lots and stores, with the names we gave them—my brothers and I: le casse-croûte, le casse-pipe, les montagnes, la digue, la grille, la mare à mulets, la petite-plage, le trou, etc.

Let’s not be overwhelmed by nostalgia. I left the coast and took the little road through the Maures to Collobrières. The route led from ridge to ridge following the terrain’s movements. At this time of year, the region was admirable. Due to the heavy storms of recent weeks, water was streaming everywhere. Waterfalls and streams murmured all along the way. I didn’t recognize the Maures, which I knew for their dryness causing apocalyptic fires. Indeed, around a bend, I came across a small rest area where a memorial had been erected for three firefighters who lost their lives here while fighting one of those gigantic fires fanned by the mistral.

This forest holds treasures—first, the cork oak, then the arbutus, chestnut trees, and of course, mushrooms that love this granitic soil:

The cork oak can be found all along the road. It’s the forest’s essential element. You can recognize it by its light bark (before exploitation), which forms large bulges along the trunk. But after exploitation, the trunks are much smoother, less voluminous, and dark in color. The arbutus is a large berry with red skin covered in small protuberances, growing on the arbutus tree. This fruit, common in Mediterranean areas, ripens in November. That means today, there were plenty around me. Its flesh is orange, with the consistency of firm purée, and it crushes softly in the mouth. The taste of this berry is sweet and excellent. I didn’t hold back—I gorged myself on them, which served as my midday meal. Sometimes I had to climb embankments to get them.

The chestnut tree, a true industry of the region, brings wealth to the surrounding villages. They make candied chestnuts, ice cream, and other products derived from chestnut flour. Be careful not to stop just anywhere to pick this fruit, as the tree owners might not agree. They even make this clear with signs and surround their chestnut trees with fences. Mushrooms—saffron milk caps and porcini—are highly prized in the area. I saw a few hunters, but it clearly wasn’t miraculous. Supposedly, there had been too much rain?

There’s no time to get bored along this little road, from which you can sometimes see the sea. I passed the Col de Taillude at over 400 meters. I began the descent to Collobrières, the chestnut capital, whose festival attracts many people. Before entering, about a hundred meters from the first houses, a cyclist—probably an agricultural worker—came toward me. As he passed, he cheerfully called out, "Go on, little guy! It’s almost there!" We both smiled. At the end of November, the village was cold and almost deserted. Dead leaves swept the wet streets of the town. You could feel winter on the way. I continued my route to Pierrefeu-du-Var, on the western edge of the Massif des Maures. So I gave my last pedal strokes in this pretty little massif so characteristic of Provence.

I looked for a hotel in Cuers but without success. I descended toward Toulon and finally found one on the outskirts of Solliès-Pont. It catered to people coming to work in the region, so nothing very bucolic. But if the weather were to deteriorate tomorrow and turn to rain, I could quickly reach Hyères or Toulon station, which was a significant advantage. Indeed, November rains aren’t usually very pleasant on a bike.

Day Six: Solliès-Pont to Cassis via Sainte-Baume – 85 km

This morning, contrary to the weather forecast, the weather was beautiful, and the latest bulletin seemed to contradict yesterday’s. So no escape to Toulon—I resumed my route toward Sainte-Baume. I left the hotel via a tiny road that, through ups and downs, led me via shortcuts to the road to Belgentier. My body had gotten used to intense daily efforts, and I felt in Olympic form. At a good pace, I launched into a long climb with a moderate slope. The road was busy, but fortunately, the side lane for cyclists often made the exercise more pleasant. The villages rolled by—Méounes, La Roquebrussanne. Near the latter, I observed a Tiger combat helicopter in training. It hovered motionless for long periods—perhaps the pilots were training to master their increasingly sophisticated weapon systems, requiring even more learning?

I left the busy road and headed via an almost deserted route toward the village of Mazaugues. The climbs became steeper. A long descent, and there I was in this pretty village. A grocery store, which besides selling a few ingredients also served as a café. I sat near the electric heater—it was cold, and I was sweaty. I watched customers come and go and listened to the shopkeeper tell me about village life. The name Mazaugues comes from "water mass," which is why drought doesn’t usually affect this area. Apparently, you can even find mushrooms here in summer! I had a good time, and as I was leaving, a local cyclist started a conversation and told me about her dreams of long bike trips, currently limited by her situation as a mother of terrible children. She settled for day trips with her club, which was already good in this very hilly region. I told her the story of a man who, at 73, cycled solo around Morocco. So no panic—she still had thirty or forty years to realize her wildest dreams!

I was warned that it would be a tough climb to reach Sainte-Baume’s northern slope. Indeed, over eight kilometers, the average slope was sustained, but the landscape was wonderful. Here too, water was streaming everywhere. I passed one of those famous icehouses that used to supply Marseille with ice throughout the year. This northern slope of Sainte-Baume is very cold, and this characteristic was exploited in previous centuries to produce ice. Large cylindrical structures, well-protected to the north and semi-buried, received large quantities of water in late autumn, which froze during winter and was kept cool for months until the following winter. Ice blocks were cut and delivered by cart to the city. That’s how, in ancient times, ice was available in summer to keep fish fresh in Marseille. Did pastis exist at that time? If not, the ice cubes must have been bored!

Once the climb was over, the long ridge of Sainte-Baume appeared, and I could see its characteristic antennas. Nestled at the foot of the cliffs, the magnificent millennial forest revealed itself with its autumn colors. I stopped at the monastery. I’d been there several times before and had even slept there during a long walking trip. The welcome had been first-rate by the Dominicans, especially the sisters in their long immaculate robes. They radiated a serenity that was very contagious. Don’t hesitate to stop there for the night. I struggled to get back on my way—some places have a special spirit.

I was soon at the end of my journey. I continued along this magnificent mountain to the Col de l’Espigoulier. To the north, another immense wave of white limestone rose—Montagne Sainte-Victoire, a high place in Provence that painter Cézanne made world-famous. Once at the pass, the entire city of Marseille spread out at my feet, the Mediterranean coast revealed itself from the Calanques to La Ciotat, passing by the famous Cap Canaille, Europe’s highest sea cliff. Above me, bathed in sunlight, Bartagne’s northwest face, very popular among climbers, showed all its reliefs. With an old climber’s reflex, I spotted the many climbs I’d done there. I let myself be carried into a steep, winding descent toward the village of Gémenos in a beautiful setting full of cliffs.

A few more kilometers of climbing toward the Col de l’Ange, then toward Roquefort-la-Bédoule. In this last climb, I raced with two cyclists, admittedly not very young. Then, in a six-kilometer descent, I reached Cassis station, the endpoint of my six-day journey through this wild Provençal land between sea and mountain. I experienced great pleasure during these 570 kilometers through these renowned yet wild French massifs. As always, when a beautiful project comes to an end, you feel a bit orphaned by a beautiful dream come true. You have to quickly envision the next one to avoid a vague sense of emptiness taking over. My next adventure is already taking shape in my mind, but that’s another story.

Bonsoir toutes et tous,

Aujourd'hui, Josiane (JIBE) son mari et nous, avons visité le CELEBRITY ECLIPSE à La Seyne. La viste privée avait été organisée par une agence lyonnaise dont fait partie JIBE et nous avons été invités car nous avions réservé une croisière Célébrity. C'est une pure merveille ce bateau, c'est pas notre ami TITI qui nous contredira ; partant sur le Solstice, je pense que nous allons passer une croisière magnifique. Je vais essayer de mettre quelques photos.

Nous avons rencontré le représentant de la Compagnie ; il se trouve que c'est une personne bien sympathique😉😉 et profitant de sa sympathie🤪, nous avons pensé aux membres du forum et lui avons demandé si une visite du LIBERTY OF THE SEAS pouvait être organisée en lui expliquant qu'à nous seuls, les VF nous serions assez nombreux😎😎. Ce bateau sera en escale à La Seyne tous les dimanches à partir du 12 Juin.

Eh bien devinez quoi????????????? il a dit OUIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII😉😉 . C'est pas le top çà. On va pouvoir être tous réunis à nouveau. Il m'a proposé Juillet ou Septembre avec une date à voir et là, c'est sûr, il va falloir s'organiser 🤪🤪 pour qu'un maximum de personnes puissent être présentes!!!!!!!!! D....d si vous nous lisez, il faudra tenir parole😉😉😉 et nous l'organiser cette visite!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!😎😎

Voilà, j'espère que cette nouvelle vous fera plaisir😉😉😉😉

On se contacte. A plus

Reine

Bonjour !

J'ai lu ici plusieurs rubriques où l'on mettait l'emphase sur le fait qu'il était assez difficile pour des femmes de voyager seules au Maroc, dû au ''harcèlement'' venant de la gente masculine, et tout le tralala. Ayant passé 2 mois en Inde il y a un an, j'ai pourtant du mal à croire que ce serait pire au Maroc côté ''harcèlement''😉... Quelqu'un ayant visité ces 2 pays saurait-il m'éclairer à ce sujet?

Cela me permettrait de savoir à quoi m'attendre pour mon voyage de cet été! Merci à tous, - V.

Salut à tous,

Juste par curiosité, dans combien de pays avez vous voyagé? et lequel d'entre eux, vous a le plus émerveillé?

ok, je commence: 11 contrées lointaine (ou pas), sur 27 ans de bonheur...

la Zambie, le Canada, la Suisse, le Kenya, les Pays-Bas, l'Espagne, le Malawi, le Royaume-Uni (l'Ecosse), l'Australie, le Rwanda, et l'Irlande.... puis prochainement .......je ne sais pas😎

Pour mon favori, ce sera très prochainement le suivant car j'ai hate d'y aller!!!

d'avance merci pour votre sincérité

Où est ce train ?

Bonsoir à tous,

je recherche des petits ports de peches sympa (site, restos, faunes, flores) accessibles pour un voilier de 11 métres ou tous simplement des mouillages pittoresques entre Mer et Terre sur les rives du Saint Laurent

merci pour votre aide

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19 JUIN 2019 A 12:23 PAR FLORENT DELIGIA Après la décision du tribunal administratif de Lyon estimant que les bus ne sont pas une concurrence à Rhônexpress, la présidente du Sytral Fouziya Bouzerda ne perd pas de temps. Interrogée par Lyon Capitale, elle confirme le retour des lignes de bus TCL vers l'aéroport Lyon Saint-Exupéry. Sytral VS Rhônexpress : 1 - 0. Le concessionnaire de la navette vers l'aéroport Lyon Saint-Exupéry poursuivait le Sytral devant le tribunal administratif. Il estimait que les bus 29 et 30 étaient des concurrents et avait demandé au Sytral d'arrêter ces lignes, ce que l'autorité avait fait au 1er janvier 2016. Jusqu'à cette date, il était possible d'aller à l'aéroport pour le prix d'un ticket TCL, mais en acceptant un temps de trajet plus long (50 à 70 minutes par bus, contre 30 minutes en Rhônexpress).

Le tribunal a pris en compte cette notion de temps dans son jugement pour rejeter le fait qu'il s'agissait d'une concurrence, tout en estimant : "L’exclusivité dont se prévaut la société requérante ne vaut qu’en ce qui concerne l’objet de la concession, à savoir le transport de voyageurs par voie ferroviaire entre le centre-ville de Lyon et le site aéroportuaire de Saint-Exupéry".

Des lignes de bus dès la rentrée Forte de cette victoire, la présidente du Sytral, Fouziya Bouzerda, ne veut pas perdre de temps. Interrogée par Lyon Capitale ce mercredi, l'élue fait une annonce majeure qui va changer positivement le quotidien de nombreux Lyonnais : "Le tribunal a éclairci le fait que ça ne concurrençait pas. Sans attendre un éventuel appel, les lignes de bus vont reprendre vers l'aéroport de Lyon dès la rentrée, de manière durable. On va mailler les territoires de l'Est lyonnais, de l'aéroport, de la zone d'activité. Ceux qui veulent prendre les transports en commun pourront les prendre !" Un changement de taille va néanmoins être opéré : "Les dessertes seront assurées par neuf bus propres au biogaz conformément à notre stratégie environnementale, nous avons déjà identifié le matériel", précise Fouziya Bouzerda.

La renégociation continue La présidente du Sytral rappelle néanmoins que cette décision ne remet pas en cause la renégociation de la concession Rhônexpress qui a débuté depuis avril : "On continue les négociations sur les autres sujets. On veut encore améliorer la connexion vers l'aéroport". Cette renégociation vise également à faire baisser le prix de la navette, permettre l'apparition de solutions concurrentielles et renforcer la desserte de l'Est.

Les Lyonnais pourront donc retenir qu'à partir de la rentrée, il sera possible de se rendre à l'aéroport en bus, pour le prix d'un ticket TCL ou avec son abonnement. Pour les salariés et habitants de la zone, c'est également le retour d'une alternative économique et plus propre à la voiture. Certains pourraient bien compter les jours avant le retour de ces lignes incontournables dans une métropole digne de ce nom.

Je poursuis ma visite de la Bretagne par une semaine sur la côte d'Emeraude avec Saint-Malo comme point de chute, du 22 au 29 juin 2019. Arrivé par le train je découvre progressivement la ville historique ceinturée d'impressionnants remparts d'où émerge une forêt de toits ardoisés. Mon logement en plein cœur de la ville de Chateaubriand me laissera le loisir de flâner dans les rues qui ont conservé le pittoresque du Moyen-Âge. C'est pendant cette période contemporaine de la découverte des Amériques que la cité prend son essor : Jacques Cartier est natif d'ici. Les armateurs de la compagnie des Indes apporteront la prospérité encore visible aujourd'hui à travers les nombreux hôtels particuliers où ils négociaient leurs affaires.

Saint-Malo intra-muros.

Erigés au fil des siècles, les remparts de Saint-Malo constituent une ceinture de fortifications parfaitement hermétique en vue de conjurer l'invasion de celui qui a longtemps été l'ennemi héréditaire : l'Anglais. La porte Saint-Vincent constitue l'entrée principale dans la cité. Deux écussons apparaissent sur la façade de la porte : à gauche, une herse surmontée de l’hermine des ducs de Bretagne qui représente les armoiries de la ville et à droite les hermines surmontées d’une couronne symbolisant le Duché de Bretagne.

Le château dresse fièrement ses tours et donjon à l'entrée de la cité. Il abrite la mairie et le musée d'histoire.

Un peu plus loin, un escalier taillé dans les remparts permet d'accéder au chemin de ronde, offrant une vue panoramique sur l'océan et sur l'agglomération. Il suffit de se pencher entre deux créneaux pour apercevoir la plage du Sillon dont la largeur est réglée par le rythme des marées.



Les remparts, restés intacts après les bombardements de 1944 ceinturent la ville et permettent d'en faire le tour avec en permanence un double paysage intra et extra-muros. Dés le départ le fort de la Reine s'impose par sa masse est ses formes arrondies. Construit par Vauban après le bombardement de la ville par les Ango-Hollandais.

Vis-à-vis du fort de la reine, le fort national est un ouvrage impressionnant, œuvre de vauban, uniquement accessible à marée basse.

Il devient une île à marée haute.

Autre élément des fortifications, le fort du Petit Bé. Sur l'ilot du Grand Bé, se trouve la tombe de Chateaubriand, natif de Saint-malo. Ils forment un archipel à marée haute.

La baie de Saint-Malo offre les grandes marées d'Europe avec 14 mètres d'amplitude. La tour Bidouane, située près de la maison du Québec offre un beau paysage sur les îles.

Juste en face, sur un terre plein, siège la statue de Surcouf pointant son doigt vers l'Angleterre.

Symétrique de la tour Bidouane, le bastion de Hollande offre une belle terrasse surplombant la plage de Bon Secours et sa piscine d'eau de mer. La statue de jacques Cartier en assure la garde aujourd'hui alors qu'autrefois, 24 chiens affamés interdisaient l'approche de ce bastion stratégique.

La façade ouest des remparts débouche sur le port où cohabitent ferries et voiliers. Le tourisme a remplacé le commerce.

Rue d'Orléans, les remparts voisinent avec les riches hôtels particuliers des armateurs qui y menaient leurs affaires. Largement détruits en 1944, ils furent reconstruits à l'identique.

Au rond point de l'île Maurice, trône la statue de Mahé de Bourdonnais, gouverneur de îles Mascareignes (aujourd'hui : la Réunion, Maurice et Rodrigues).

Du haut des remparts, son contemporain Duguay-Trouin semble le saluer.



La frégate, l'Etoile du Roy (autrefois commandée par Robert Surcouf) semble parée pour la course dans le bassin qui porte son nom.

Le bassin Vauban accueille un port de plaisance.

La cathédrale Saint-Vincent, héritée du XIIéme siècle s'illumine de ses magnifiques vitraux.

Bonjour,

Nous sommes 2 couples sans enfant partant sur le Costa Favolosa fin janvier au départ de la Guadeloupe. Nous souhaiterions avoir des conseils sur les excursions à la Romana, Ila Catalina, Saint Kitts, Antigua, Martinique et Guadeloupe. Auriez-vous des avis, contacts, conseils à nous donner afin de découvrir au mieux ces destinations sans payer des prix démentiels comme ceux proposés par Costa ? Nos centres d'intérêt : - piscine naturelle - open bar - tortues et dauphins - cata et kayak - chutes, cascades - forêt tropicale

Un grand merci par avance pour votre aide !

Bonjour, Où trouver des sites/plages intéressants pour le snorkeling sur St Martin ? Y a-t-il des moustiques en janvier ? Merci !

Bonjour,

Je pense que cette destination a attirée certain camping cariste en 2011.....

Je suis à la recherche de toutes infos sur les lieux d'arrêt de nuit spécialement vers Santiago et la Corogne

Merci d'avance

Salut à tous!

je m'apprête à partir avec ma femme dans les îles caraïbes du Nord, c'est à dire, Saba, saint-eustache, saint kitts pour une durée de 17 jours.

Je viens vers vous car je voudrais savoir, concernant saint-eustache, combien de temps vous lui consacreriez? En effet, je pense que 2 jours tout au plus, hors plongée sont suffisants. Qu'en pensez-vous?

Concernant les îles citées, comment organiseriez-vous votre circuit? Je pourrai comme cela améliorer ou modifier le mien en fonction de vos avis.

Merci à tous pour vos réponses!!!

Concernant Winair, faut-il réserver les billets à l'avance ou bien sur le pouce, cela suffit?

Bonjour,

Quelqu'un a t'il déjà fait St Brévin les Pins jusque Pornic en vélo ? Combien y a t'il de kilometres ? L'itinéraire est-il bien indiqué ?

De Pornic, je compte prendre le TER vers Nantes (qui normalement prend les vélos), mais je ne sais pas combien de places vélos sont disponibles, ni si en juillet, il est difficle ou aisé d'avoir une place pour les vélos ?

Alors si l'un ou l'une d'entre-vous veulent bien m'éclairer ce serait sympa.

Bonjour,

J ai ete voir on agence de voyage et je lui ai demande une nouvelle destination pour Janvier 09.

J aimerais savoir si il y a des gens qui on deja ete a St-Martin dans les antilles.

Y a t il des choses a voir, resto, plages.🤪

Merci a l avance.😉

Tantilou.

p.s. excuser moi j ai un clavier anglais.

Bonjour,

J'hésite entre ces 4 endroits pour nos vacances d'été. Nous ne voulons pas faire que de la plage, mais visiter un peu. Quel endroit me conseillez-vous?

Merci!

Nous rentrons d'un voyage combiné croisière grenadines en 5D avec switch du 31/01 au 15/02, nous avons eu 3 équipages différents 1er ALAIN et DOMINIQUE (DOM) ils sont superrrr puis nous avons eu 2ème FRANCK et CHARLY ont se demandent comment il est possible de pouvoir engager deux personnes comme eux? ils sont désagréables, autain une HORREUR..... puis nous avons eu PATRICK et ISABELLE ils sont comme ALAIN et DOM. Pour ce qui est de la croisière à bord ont à super bien manger avec DOM et ISABELLE mais pour FRANCK il était en vacance et nous pas???? Les hôtels 1er BOUGAINVILLA à UNION le personnel désagréable les chambres étaient des suites rien à dire le petit déj MOYEN les repas MOYEN les excursions 2 jours avec YACINTHE sur un catamaran via l'hôtel SUPER pour manger nous avions trouver le WEST INDIES super.... Alors le 2ème JJ'S PARADISE à MARIGOT BAY une vraie HORREUR, le personnel hyper désagréable ils se foutent littéralement de vous. LA BOUFFE DEGUEULASSE, l'hôtel n'est pas trop mal avec un peu de nettoyage et de couleur fraîche..... Une bonne adresse pour manger LE DOLITTLE de l'autre côté à marigot bay accessible avec la navette de l'hôtel SUPER GENIALE..... Nous avons fait des excursions via l'hôtel du QUAD ATV PARADISE TOUR (tenu par un belge)dans la forêt tropicale SUPER GENIALE, une journée à la soufrière + jardin tropicale MOYEN et nous sommes aller manger chez CAMILLA qui est recommandée par le routard. Nous nous demandons comment cela peut exister, nous avons attendu 2 heures pour manger MOYEN quand nous avons demander si ils pouvaient nous offrir les boissons en dédommagement de l'attente, nous avons eu droit à un scandale avec la patronne qui nous menaçait d'appeler la police DU JAMAIS VU si on peut dire n'y aller jamais? Récapitulatif de cette croisière SUPER sauf Franck et Charly les hôtels Bougainvilla et JJ'S Paradise... Nous pensons que Switch devrait faire plus attention aux hôtels qu'ils proposent parce que cela gâche un peu le reste

Bonsoir ,

Est ce que des cylorandonneurs ont déja utilisé les 2 voies vertes citées dans le titre à savoir leur praticabilité et si il y a un minimum de balisage .La V16 relie St Dizier à Troyes via le lac du Derr et le lac de la forèt d'orient .La V56 relie Troyes au canal de Bourgogne vers auxerre ou Dijon via le canal de Bourgogne .Sur Opencyclemap le tracé de la V 16 est en rouge continu, celui de la V56 est en pointillé rouge .