Day 70 - Carennac to Rocamadour

Have you ever had a day when traveling that you turn round and say "it can't get any better than this" - well today was one of those days!

It started with hilarity in the morning as we attempted to canoe 11 kms along the Dordogne from Carennac to Gluges. Viv and Linton in their 2 man canoe effortlessly steered their way along this beautiful river while the 3 stooges self, sister Kim (more intent on wacking KH on the head than putting her paddle in the water) and "Wrong Way" Henley in our 3 man canoe added 4 extra kms by zig zagging hopelessley out of control down the river, backwards down the class 1/2 rapids and even successfully grounding the boat in the middle of the river where we
would of stayed until I courageously got out in the 3 inch deep water to free the boat!

It seemed every stroke I took did nothing other than turn us in circles while "I've got it all under control" Henley acting as the boats rudder would have been more use as the canoes mast head as we remained out of control for 99% of the journey!

After 3 hours exhausted we dragged ourselves out of the water promising never again to set foot in a canoe without first getting some instruction!

After recovering from the physical trauma we were exposed to one of the most magnificent experiences you can get!

Journeying to the ancient pilgrimage site of Rocamadour we arrived on sunset to view this
stunning location with chapel, church & monastery built into and on top of a cliff overhanging the village of Rocamadour.

Sunset at Rocamadour

After dinner in the village we ascended the 200+ steps to the Chapel the same way that perhaps millions have done before including Kings and Queens of France and England.

Having climbed the steps we were rewarded with an incredible view of the cliffs and backlit
structures complete with a magical full moon.

Stunning view at Rocamadour

We took in the view comprehending in silence this incredible spiritual setting ... until Henley broke the silence indicating that the Bulldogs would have won this years premiership if ....

Pilgrims have come this way for over 1300 years to praise God in an incredible show of faith which regardless of ones belief is amazing!

Wow what a day - this will live on in our memories for a lifetime to come for all of us!