The old fortifications welcomed me when I approached the town. Drawn and built by Napoleon’s head architect I learned.

I was staying with a guy called Emmanuel. Before I found the correct address there was a little hick-up. The address I had was spelled with two “N” but then Google Maps suggested a place a couple of kilometers south of Toul and he was supposed to live in the center of the town… Finally, after strolling about the lovely town, I sent him a text message to find the right spot. After less than 30 seconds I heard someone calling my name. I was standing in a square just outside Emmanuel’s front door…:-)

I was spending some time at his place resting and he was the best of hosts. I really hope we will meet again!