So off we went, following one of the excellent cycle paths to the Pointe du Hourdel, and it was simply wonderful not to have to worry about any traffic. We were in no particular hurry, so took time out to admire one of the many bird sculptures which pop up from time to time.
This one, on the approach road to the Maison de Oiseaux, was our favourite and we thought it was very romantic. We didn't have time to stop and see the real birds though, as our rumbling stomachs told us that the next beach, and lunch, was our priority.
After lunch, we were able to go where cars cannot currently go - along the minor road to Cayeux sur mer, which is currently passable only by bike or foot, following some serious marine erosion.
As we entered Cayeux, we discovered that we could actually cycle along the beach by using the very extensive board walk (Wikipedia tells us it is probably the longest in Europe with as many as 400 beach huts - the French call them cabins!) After cycling along it for what seemed like miles, we saw a sign saying cycling was forbidden. We were mortified and scuttled off to a local bar to distance ourselves from the scene of our crime.
The town square contained more to interest us than a few bars. We admired the sculpture of the traditional dressed French couple which opened our first post of this series. And then, to our delight, we spied this fantastic mural.
We simply had to take this picture to show Eddie, so he could see that his Norfolk seal friends have relatives in this part of France.
Lots of love Gilbert, George, Yorkie, Chelmer & Rocco xxx
2 comments:
Both of these images show the birds and seal in very graceful poses - almost balletic! I guess it's the natural French poise and elegance which Gilbert has in abundance!
St. Valery is such a super centre from which to explore the area, you must be very glad you listened to those who recommended it.
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