Well folks, the weather has defeated us, I'm afraid. We've decided we're not going to go over the top of the pass, as it seems to be lying under large heaps of fresh snow. Yes, in August! We've still got a good solid day of climbing tomorrow, but we will be skipping out the highest bit and taking the train. We don't like doing this, but there's no point being silly and risking our necks on icy mountain roads, with no cold weather gear.
We had a very pleasant rest day in Basel, with my good friend Matt as our guide/taxi driver (thank you!) and saw some very pretty stuff, despite all three of us being very tired. Today was a very nice day as well, with a nice ride round lake Luzern. It's a lovely place. Definitely the prettiest day so far! The only downside is that mum seems to have come down with a nasty cold/asthma. Adds to the challenge! Hope she's better very soon. Even if she isn't I highly doubt it'll stop her! Wish us luck!
Ellie
Hi. You asked for good luck wishes .... so ... GOOD LUCK! thinking of you on the last leg (or should that be "legs" .. boom boom!). Hope you're feeling better Alison and that you get (got?) home ok. I've lost the plot on your ETA so not sure where you are now but you must be nearly there. Good call not to battle with the snow etc. Lotsa love, Robert
ReplyDeleteHi Rob, tomorrow is our last day on the road! When we get home I will be writing and circulating an account of the trip. Looking forward to moving my legs backwards and forwards, not up and down!
ReplyDeletekisses,
Alison