Holiday in France 7 - Iseran valley

After a brief stop by Lac Chervil we set out up the narrow twisty road Alan had previously ridden and around 3/4 of the way to the top came upon a large layby situated by a hairpin turn. There were no notices to signify no camping or overnight stay so we decided to pitch our van there for the night. Behind us was a deep valley with a stream, the portion nearest the car park having been carved out into a swimming hole with steamer chairs set out for bathers. It had been a cloudy day but there had been no rain.
It was a stopping place at the beginning of a footpath through the Vanoise National Park, leading out to a mountain hut - the Refuge de Prariond and eventually going into Italy. There are notices posted around the Vanoise saying that dogs are not allowed, even on a lead as they pose a threat to fauna and flora. We did take Hettie up the beginnings of the path, considering that, as she is 16 she does not really pose any risk and that we would not go far as she does impose limitations. It did allow me to photograph from a little higher up and to appreciate the scenery which is stunning.
After we had eaten there was a weak sunset and we bedded down for a peaceful night.







  




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