St Agnes is the highest coastal village in France, 3 km from Menton as the crow flies but 12 km up a twisting winding road, 800m above sea level. Very picturesque village on the side of a mountain. No cars as such but a big carpark. I thought it would be something diferent and it sure is, cobbled paths and steps yet again covered in dog/cat shite. I dont think i have seen anything here yet as i walk around, head down deep in concentration. (see Paris incident).
We have had a good look around this place including the fort, with guns aimed at the sea, and the castle remains at the top of the hill. I say remains as the castle is in a somewhat semi complete condition because the village pinched all the rocks from the castle to build the town. Easy to drop them over the top than bring new ones all the way up here. Today we had a break from the past and went to Nice and back to Menton along the coast via how the other half lives in Monaco. A great day.
Tomorrow the Whalens hit Italy - more bloody olives. I don't know whats happened but i have developed a taste for them, please note Jane + Muz.
hi guys,
ReplyDeletegee st. agnes is high up in the hills, it looks lovely, I would'nt be able to go that high so thanks for the views.
Hope you enjoy Italy and the olives.
luv bren & noel xx