Days 220 - 221 Saturday 6th September – Sunday 7th September 2008
It absolutely poured down on Saturday during our first walk to get our bearings and the free ferry wasn’t running because of a big security operation along the river bank, there were gendarmes everywhere. Apparently there was a meeting of EEC Ministers going on in the Palace of the Popes, expect they were awarding themselves some extra expenses. Despite the rain we could see what a beautiful spot this is and the site is really convenient for the city.
The camp site itself is very pleasant with quite large hedged and shady pitches. Typical for a municipal site the washroom facilities are a bit basic but certainly adequate. The on site swimming pool looks good and of course we are now back to low season so no kids about. Internet Wi-Fi is available on site near reception but it’s a bit expensive, 2€ for 30 minutes, 3.5€ for 1 hour, 19€ for a week. Mind you, John noticed it seemed to be stuck on one evening so we both took advantage of that. More barbeques and more wine.
On Sunday the sky was clear blue and the sun was hot. This is more like it! We headed for the city but this time the ferry wasn’t working because the current was too strong so we walked to the nearest bridge and made it anyway. First impressions were very good. The walled city is a maze of narrow streets and we found our way to a big square in front of the Palace of the Popes, an awesome looking building to visit another day. We spent 2 hours in a café in the square soaking in the atmosphere and a few beers as well. Reassuringly the ferry was running to get us back, they run every 10 minutes and take about 3 minutes to cross, great fun. George tried out the pool and reported warm water.
George’s turn to barbeque tonight and more wine.
We have enjoyed a lovely couple of days with John and Margaret and they set off towards home tomorrow morning. We are now looking forward to exploring