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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