Day 5 was a long drive from Limoges to Carcassonne we passed through the Dordogne region and around Toulouse . Huge contrasts in the countryside varying from lush green landscapes to dense forests and then very industrial around Toulouse . As we arrived in Carcassonne is was obvious that we are much nearer to Spain with the style of architecture.

Day 6 oh my days where do we begin Carcassonne did not disappoint.

We spent the morning strolling around an amazing local produce market in the town square followed by lunch in an Art Deco cafe alongside the Canal du Midi we then walked up to the Medieval City . The photos speak for the beauty of this place .

We walked 22,500 steps and just over 10 miles and are now looking forward to a nice dinner and a glass of something at our hotel.

Quite simply a fabulous day

Ps. Thought for the day Carcassonne should be on everyone’s bucket list 😍

Beautiful drive from Tours through Loire valley We stopped off at Charteauroux for lunch then arrived at Limoges mid afternoon. Beautiful old city with amazing architecture

Had dinner in a Portuguese restaurant but great food just one choice for each course cooked by a lovely lady who brought it to your table too 😊

Day 4. We spent strolling around Limoges old city in the sunshine we grabbed a quick drink in an Irish bar as you do 😂😂.

Early ish start tomorrow as we are back on the road to Carcassonne so excited as I’ve been wanting to visit here for many years

We saw the Bayeux Tapestry this morning amazing to think it’s nearly 1000 years old I remember learning about this way back in my junior school days 😊 so glad I got to see it finally

we then walked around Bayeux and drove out past the war cemetery another poignant reminder of this beautiful area

This afternoon we drove down to Tours passing Le Mans on our way we had a couple of hours visiting it’s beautiful cathedral and a stroll around the older parts of the city.

Onwards to Limoges tomorrow

Thought of the day. -on the 6th June it will be 75 years since the D Day landings it’s been amazing to see so many commemorative celebrations going on in this area. Lest we forget

Lovely calm crossing to Cherbourg followed by very moving and poignant visits to Utah and Omaha beaches then onto the memorial cemeteries in Normandy.

The sacrifices given by these people during WW2 allows us to enjoy this holiday we are about to commence

Just enjoying a fab supper in Bayeux tonight before we see the tapestry tomorrow then back in the road to our next destination

Closing thought on our first day – huge thank you to all my family and friends because without your love and support this trip would never have been possible 💕

car all packed and we are ready for our 5am alarm call

So excited now. After months of talking about it and planning we are finally ready for our big adventure

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All set ready to update you all as we start our adventure