We had a brilliant time at the 2CV World Meeting, Salbris, France. There were 2CV's of all types and ages as well as all the derivatives of Dyane's, Mehari's, Ami's, Van's in addition there were all sorts of very rave models such as Bijou, Citroneta, 4 wheel drive Sahara and many more. There was a great atmosphere at the meeting and it was so good to just wander around and chat with people from all around the world who share our passion for the "dueche". Our BWB van created quite a lot of interest and it was interesting to talk to a few Belgian 2CV experts.
The meeting finished on the Sunday and on Monday we set off with about 25 other Citroen's on "Raid Loire et Chateaux", which is a weeks tour of the Loire Valley organised by the local 2CV clubs. We are visiting various Chateaux, Wineries, Vineyards, and museums. So far we've driven some beautiful routes, toured some stunning Chateaux & tasted some lovely local wines. It's no surprise to learn that we've also managed to see a little of the areas waterways including the great aqueduct at Briare, which is maybe the French equivalent of our Pontcysyllte aqueduct and we've seen the traditional fishing boats on the Loire & it's tributaries.
Whilst we continue our holiday Graham & George will be operating Alton for us, they will be travelling from Oakgrove to Marple on Sat 6th Aug, then on the Upper Peak Forest to Bugsworth Basin & Whaley Bridge on Sun 7th, before returning down the Macc on Mon 8th. Please be nice to them as they may be a little rusty! :-)
Well we'd better get back to our wine.
Bon soir mes ami!
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