Monthly Archives: September 2011

Pilgrimage Trail Crosses

Pilgrimage cross near St.-Bertrand-de-Comminges. Photo by Yvette Maurette. Some people carry a large cross on pilgrimage, or wear a small one hung around the neck.  Some churches and wayside stations offer small crosses to pilgrims. Some pilgrims “earn” a souvenir … Continue reading

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Lac d’Estom :: Hautes-Pyrénées

Consider pursuing this day hike from Cauterets along the Vallée de Lutour to Lac d’Estom. I was staying in Cauterets for a few days in late September.  Despite a drizzle,  I dressed in hiking shorts with  a fleece top and … Continue reading

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