September 9, 2024
Neuchâtel to Thonon Les Bains
Zoom Zoom Boats and Trains
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Well, we managed that in a quick hurry didn’t we? We woke up this morning to rain, which might have been okay but there was a big head wind too. Over breakfast we considered our options. The original plan had been to bike to either Yverdons or Lausanne, but it really was miserable out there. Really miserable. The weather app says the winds were gusting to 35 kph and it was a headwind. We didn’t make a final decision until we were outside and then there wasn’t any discussion. Yuck! I started to laugh!! Instant decision to head to the train station was made.
When I inquired about tickets at the train station there was a fast train, with bike spaces, in nine minutes. No problem, the relaxed woman at the desk said. Seemed a bit tight to me, but we made it with three minutes to spare. Phew. There was the usual bike and train drama. We were of course at the wrong end of the train when it came in, sprinted to the bike car, threw our bags, bikes and persons on the train and then relaxed. Getting off was much calmer. A friendly passenger to help, and the train was still in the station when we crammed ourselves into the elevator.
Then straight downhill to the lake and the ferry. The ferry was a delight. An old boat, built in 1908 and beautifully restored. Lots of wood, and a video running in one lounge showing the restoration process. It was really a pleasure.
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The places that “ need” the water aren’t getting enough..
Not looking forward to riding in it tomorrow, but I will never stay on the barge..
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Thonon Les Bains was much warmer than Lausanne so that was lovely. Still windy and wet though. After our big 3 km and 80 m of elevation ride we checked in to our hotel and then just relaxed for a bit. We are staying at the Logis L’Arc en Ciel and are impressed with the friendly atmosphere and the fantastic bike storage.
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Thonon is such a great town. A nice size for exploring and a huge pedestrian area. Our hotel is located two staircases and about one minute from the heart of town. We did a good walkabout and dinner reconnaissance, and back to the room. We also bought a bottle of wine so that is it for the journal tonight! I haven’t a clue why the chief photographer didn’t take more pictures but it didn’t occur to me either. Probably the weather.
Today's ride: 5 km (3 miles)
Total: 221 km (137 miles)
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