Archive for October 4th, 2009

I never thought I’d say this — but I think I’ve found a place that rivals Israel in its beauty. Israel is still the most beautiful place in the world, but Annecy is certainly a close second at the moment.

I biked a total of 50 kilometers (probably more) around Lac D’Annecy, and it was an absolutely gorgeous ride. This area is also apparently so safe, that I was able to lock my bike to a telephone pole and hike for an hour in the Alpes from Talloires, to see the Cascade d’Angon — waterfall!!! Recommended by Evan, and I’m really, really glad that I listened to him. Here is a map of the bike route, actually taken from the Web site of the place where I rented my bike:

Anyway, I think this may have to be all for the moment — because the two Spanish 40-somethings (yes, I too thought that only 18-26ers were allowed in youth hostels?) seem to want me to stop making noise.

However — be sure to look at my Facebook photo album of Lille and Annecy!

P.S. My butt and legs hurt enormously from all that riding!

P.P.S. I got an amazing, huge mozarella/tomato/basil panini for 3 euro this evening.

Bonne nuit! Getting up at 4:45 a.m. for my 6 a.m. train to … Nice!