Fields of sunflowers abound, oil for food and alternative source of fuel makes the countryside so attractive

In the rolling countryside at the foothills of the Pyrenees are fields of sunflowers, and wine vineyards.

All given various denominations.  Blanquette de Limoux is a traditionally fermented sparkling wine as good as champagne

The Canal du Midi winds its way along the foothills of the Pyrenees too

The Canal was not made deep enough for commercial navigational purposes, but serves as a great way to spend a Holiday, renting these canal motor boats.

Lagrasse

A BMW with Sidecar is quite a rarity!  Valerie’s not tempted to travel that way however, it looks rather low down and vulnerable!

Valerie Enjoying the view in the shade of the monastery

No- David didn’t ride the bicycle up the mountain either!