Heading South

 Champagne tasting in Reims went we1ll. We can honestly say there is a difference. Weather or not we know what to buy is still a question that needs to be answered 

Travel day yet again.  We are headed back to Strasbourg to make the connection but first we have a stop at the small station of champagne-Ardennes.   Now anyone who knows Dan understands that when he is traveling he becomes antsy to be at the terminal or transit point. Our train out is at 11:05. There are 2 additional trains leaving earlier. Since we are at the station let’s go earlier.   I just hate him to be right but alas he was correct.  Of the 2 scheduled trains 1 didn’t come  

We made the first change connection but almost missed the second as a matter of fact ended up in second class because we couldn’t find the correct car to board as the announcement of the train is leaving occurred.

We arrived in Dijon and apple maps say it is a 4 minute walk to our hotel. We realize the route will take us 30 minutes.  Surprise of surprises it was only a 10 minute walk.   All flat and no cobblestones. Our luggage wheels I’m sure breathed a sign of relief. 

We head into the old town Dijon. Unfortunately the market is closed but we find a great square to sit and people watch.  No food is served in these cafes until 7pm. The up side is happy hour is from 6 to 8 pm.   It is very strange because sunset doesn’t occur until 9pm

We have an all day tour of Burgundy tomorrow.  I will share my thoughts on France in our next post as we head back into Germany 

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