Day 8

Les Houches to Les Contamines 
Stats: 20.23kms, Asc 1441m, Desc 1272m, 7hrs 20mins walking.
Today and tomorrow cross over with the Tour Mont Blanc (TMB) which is a very popular walk. Hence the trail was crowded with large groups (some guided) and individuals from China, Spain, USA, Britain and Italy. Probably plenty of other countries but those are the ones we talked to.
We are surprising ourselves with how well we are keeping to the recommended times and feel that we are starting to get our trail legs.






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  1. KatepAugust 23, 2019 at 2:10 AM

    Nice legs ma!! Love you xoxo Kate

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    1. LucieAugust 26, 2019 at 8:39 AM

      Thanks Kate. Unfortunately I had to reveal the lily whites much earlier than expected. Most days are quite warm!

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  2. Ruth LeMAugust 24, 2019 at 2:42 AM

    Susan asked me to tell you that she has been reading and enjoying your blog. She would like to comment,but can't work out how to do it.
    I, too, have found the blog good. I particularly enjoy the photos of those magnificent mountains. Safe walking. Love Mum.

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  3. DaleAugust 25, 2019 at 5:47 PM

    Shorts, Lucie. Excellent! I too am enjoying the blog, photos and vicarious walking.

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