Destination in sight

I was not sure whether walking today was a good idea. The planned walk was on the high plateau of the Cerdagne and took us 11 kilometres up to 1800 metres. Usually we can lose five degrees or so by starting at altitude. It was over an hour’s drive so we set off early. We were walking soon after 9.30 but even then it was hot. We walked slowly and drank plenty of fluids but the temperature was over 30 even at the highest point. On our return we went to a bar and had some cool drinks before returning home where the temperature was 39 degrees!