A long & windy road, to the alps.

19:30 we departed for Folkestone, to get the 22:20 tunnel crossing to Calais. In front of us a 14hr drive to Vellouse.

Mum had prepared a monster hamper of home made bannana cake, current cakes, chocolate and everything that could possibly make me fat!!
Must admit it came in very handy and Natalie's contribution of lucozade, haribo and satsumas meant getting out the car on arrival I felt 2 stone heavier.
Cheers girls x

The drive was a killer and just when we thought we had 45mins left, a road was closed that meant a diversion and a extra 30 mins in the car. The views were stunning over the alps.
On arrival at Vellouse, a very small, quiet town, welcomed us. The chalet is awesome and good bunch of people sharing it.

Tommy and I on route

Vellouse, beautiful town
Photo by Tommy Harris

A good night sleep is in order and hopefully awake feeling fresh to climb tomorrow.