Tuesday, April 12, 2022

11 April 2022 – Col de Rates

13 on today’s walk

It should have been 16

But we had three late cancellations

Two were for positive covid tests

No one was in close contact with them

So we didn’t cancel the walk

Steve and Lesley walked with us after a two year break due to covid

Some were more interested in the views than others

The weather forecast was cloudy but dry

And it was spot on

It started with low cloud over Col de Rates

But we could feel the sun behind the cloud

I thought it might clear up

But in fact the cloud got thicker as we climbed

This was the view from our picnic site

Fortunately Barry provided us with very nice sweets from the UK

The weather did not dampen our spirits

And there was the usual constant banter throughout the walk

Despite the weather a very enjoyable walk

But I do hope the sun may return for next week

Time taken – 5 hours

Distance – 9 km

Total ascent – 471 metres

Temperature – 9-15c

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