Thursday, 19 May 2011

La Chatre to Ahun – 18 May 2011

Stopped briefly at Carrefour for lunch items on way out of La Chatre.  Had vague plan to stay at Gueret but it turned out to be a big industrial town with not much appeal.  Drove a bit further on to Ahun – a small village with a market in full swing.  Only one Hotel – Le Lion D’Or with a room for 36€.  This will do nicely.  Drove down to next village, Moutier d’Ahun and ate by the side of the river next to an old bridge.  Delightful spot – watched fisherman catch two fish and various other people lunching, reading and painting – idyllic. 
Spent some of the afternoon trying to get access to the internet.  Gave up so then explored Ahun.  Five minutes later !  sat down for a pression and a jus d’orange and went to look for somewhere to eat.  Hobson’s choice, Le Sarrasin, a creperie.  Had a lovely time – never judge a book by its cover.  Salad plus two galettes with one crepe for pudding and some ice cream.  Lots of wine and water.  35€.  The restaurant even had an old pinball machine.  Left at 9.15 and went back to the Lion D’Or.
River Creuse picnic

Jane with large parasol.

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