55.30 France: Gavarnie Meadows, along the Pyrenees Range, Revisited from within France.
An earlier photograph referred to in the narration below, while still in Spain en route to France. The town has special memories for us, perhaps even something a little more than memories. We have mentioned something of this town and hike before. It's in a unique setting along and surrounded by the Pyrenees Mountains. Here's a brief background which provides perspective of the region as well as what one can embark upon to join two countries. Therefore, it makes sense to provide some background. As an aside, we've always loved the concept of hiking from one country to another, particularly without a passport. It's special. On our last trip to Spain, we drove to a campground adjoining the Pyrenees. From there we hiked up to the crest of the mountains and then continued along the top. The views were spectacular, the hiking tough but most rewarding. Whereas we had liquid refreshments earlier in Spain, at the highpoint we sat down for brunch. We had reached France. ...