This small mountain pass in the French Alps connects the towns of La Clusaz in Haute-Savoie with La Giettaz in Savoie and is located in the Aravis Mountain Range. The drive to and from the pass consists of sharp switchbacks with amazing views of the surrounding mountains. The lovely homes and farms on the rolling hills of grass and yellow wildflowers are picture-perfect.
Whenever I travel, I have a vision of places that I determine to be “Dave-worthy.” Some places are pretty by most standards, but just don’t meet those criteria. There are other places, however, where there is no hesitation. My eyes widen and emotion fills my heart. I hear Dave’s voice in my head saying, “Wow, this place is awesome!” I don’t just wander around looking for the right spot for Dave. Every spot is the right spot! I was especially drawn to the quaint travelers chapel of Sainte Anne. Standing on the steps of the chapel is a breathtaking panorama with a dramatic view of Mont Blanc.
Dave absorbed nature into his soul. The outdoors was his religion. He wrote poems about bumblebees and wind chimes and would forego tents so he could sleep under the stars. Nothing pleased him more than the beauty that surrounded him in nature. Here, near the chapel, Dave is surrounded by the nature he loves.
On the front of the chapel are the words “Sainte Anne Protegez les Voyageurs,” which means Saint Anne Protect the Voyagers.
I’m hoping that includes heavenly voyagers.
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