Chasing After Jess

After a very comfortable night, we enjoyed a delicious breakfast of yoghurt, apricots, apple puree, cheese, jams, and freshly baked baguette in the beautiful dining room. A French businessman with a little black sports car joined us. We were in no rush to leave since the supermarket only opened at…

Today was a wonderful day on this amazing track, made even more memorable as we hit the 600km mark. The weather was fine and cool, and we set out early in the golden glow, mindful of the longer distance ahead. Passing the cathedral, we were first in line at the…

Today was a very eventful day. A massive storm last night brought thunder, lightning, and torrential rain that lasted for about three hours. I couldn’t sleep with the noise, and just before midnight, I looked out the window to see lightning flashes covering the sky every few seconds, overflowing gutters,…

We slept like babies overnight and allowed ourselves a late start this morning, not in a rush to leave our comfortable B&B. Remarkably, I had no aches and pains from yesterday’s lengthy hike, and no foot issues or blisters either. I need to give a shout-out to my Darn Tough…

Today was exceptionally challenging and undoubtedly my least favorite day of this trek. It started well but quickly went downhill and we walked far further than what we were supposed to as today was only supposed to be 29km in length. Knowing we had a 29km journey ahead, we woke…

We had an amazing sleep and again, reluctantly left our accomodation in pursuit of the next town. As we left Lectoure, the streets were lined with beautifully manicured trees, and the scenery continued much like yesterday’s, featuring lush, green countryside and farms with crops in the fields. Just outside of…

We struggled to say goodbye to our B&B owners at Ailleurs in Miradoux this morning, and enjoyed a long breakfast with them before we left, knowing we only had just under 17km ahead of us today. We hoped somehow this would not be goodbye but ‘see you later’ so departed…

I can’t believe it has already been three weeks of hiking along the Via Podiensis! Time is flying, and we wish it would slow down. Here is the summary for another amazing week we spent on the road less travelled WEEK 3 Day 15: 19.4km Day 16: 10km Day 17:…

Today was an amazing day, despite our night not being exactly peaceful. Morning came quickly, and we left in the cool air under clear skies. Today’s walk was truly spectacular, and we owe it completely to our friend Dann, who had recommended for us to take an alternate route. This…