Tag: Pyrenees
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Into Pamplona, over the Pyrenees!
One thing that was amazing when we crossed from France to Spain was how quickly the culture changed. Within a mile, many people didn’t speak any French at all, and the food and drink choices had all changed. One of the most dramatic food changes occurs at breakfast. French breakfasts are all basically empty calories:…
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¡Un gran día! First day cycling in Spain!
We stayed a couple nights in Irun, got some rest, did a little bit of sightseeing and ate well. One of Irun’s main attractions is that it’s a popular starting point for hiking the Camino de Santiago, but otherwise seems like a pretty ordinary place. We did find a restaurant for lunch that was recommended…