A few years ago, my father and I did a seven day hike in the French Alps of Savoie at Vanoise National Park. Each day, we rose to the fresh, pure air of the mountains and hiked through breathtaking alpine scenery. As much as I love hiking, the best part of the day was when we arrived at our refuge for the night and sipped glass after glass of earthy Vin de Savoie as the sun set over the Alps and indulged in a delicious meal of local french cheese, meats, baguette and homemade root vegetable soup. Chicken or fish with savory rice or potatoes and pasta was next, followed by homemade dessert every night. There is nothing better than being rewarded with an enormous meal after a day hiking.
Heading up to our first refuge for the night.
The reward
Fromage blanc with fresh berries
Another refuge
Fresh apple pie
What a view!
Sunset
My favorite refuge in the Alps with gourmet food!
And the best cheese of all
I still have yet to find Vin de Savoie in the States. I think I will need to go on another hike in the Alps!
This post was inspired by the Weekly Photo Challenge: Dinnertime.
All the photos are so wonderful.. seems like you had such a lovely time!
Thanks! It was beautiful!
Absolute feasts for eyes and tum-tum both!
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forgot how beautiful this place is… WOW… s
Me too! Was a great trip!
Stunning views & that Apple pie looks so good!!
Divya
Thanks!
My kind of place, food, and drink, Nicole! I feel refreshed.
janet
It was a wonderful trip! Already three years ago now!
Always too long ago. 🙂
You continue to amaze me with all you have done.
Oh thanks Lulu for your kind words.
What a wonderful time you must have had. I was reminded of the time I lived in Geneva and would drive off to Savoie sometimes on weekends for a summer day’s walk. Lovely countryside, with cheeses and wines I liked.
I loved it so much!
beautiful captures Nicole. Must have been a really memorable trip!
Thanks Tina! It was very special.
What a trip and how wonderful and welcoming to arrive at that sensational refuge. 🙂
Thanks Andrew!
What a wonderful time that must have been Nicole. It’s holiday I’d enjoy that’s for sure. Gorgeous countryside. It reminds me a little of my time in the Yukon and Northern BC.
Alison
I would love to see more of Canada Alison.
It is so beautiful and so much nature I have yet to explore!
This is such an amazing place for a hike. Thank you for taking us along.
Thank you!
Stunning photos as usual Nicole. I’m with you though, nothing beats after a long hard invigorating trek sitting back with a glass of red and enjoying wholesome food. My mum always said that food tastes better in the great outdoors.
Thanks Miriam! The hike was already three years ago. This summer my dad and I hope to do another one.
Something to look forward to. How great.
Wow! You really can’t beat a good glass of red wine with a view. How amazing, and to have done it with your father as well, so lucky!
yes it was gorgeous and doing the hike with my dad was wonderful. 🙂
The views are stunning. How heavy would your pack have been for a trek like this?
We only carried a small amount of clothing so not too heavy as we didn’t need sleeping bags or food. Just our clothing for six days and toiletries and camera of course.
Yes never forget the camera.
lovely pictures.
Thanks so much!