Gavarnie

One of the little towns we visited while at Lourdes was Gavarnie with spectacular mountain ranges all around. A country church is like something that comes out of the 10th century, with a small cemetery adjacent to it, and two watchful donkeys pasturing in a field nearby. The main road was filled with tourists and hikers, and only service cars were allowed through the busy street. However, apparently, horses had the right of way as visitors were allowed to ride them and discover the hilly and rough terrain.

Obviously, this is a place covered in snow in the winter months, and I can only imagine how beautiful it is even more in December and January. When we think of mountain ranges we always think of the Himalayas and the Alps and maybe the Andes, but never underestimate the Pyrenees, as you will also see in a few more photos coming your way soon.