Day 35

We left Liege, driving through the region of the Ardennes, what a beautiful place. It will be a destination to come back to.
There were two challenges along the route to Ypres a time trail and a race through a village, where roads had been closed, both great fun.
The navigation was a challenge throughout the day and the navigator did not have 5 seconds rest.
We drove into Ypres late afternoon and what a reception, hundreds of people there, also several old rally friends. The Belgians had arranged French fries and a free flow of beer and wine – it was great!
Our good friend Anton and his co driver Herman made it on the Contal trike, they closed a chapter in the Peking to Paris history which has been open since 1907.
Peking to Paris 2019 has been a tough rally with many days of challenging driving and competitions. The ERA team has been magnificent, the mechanics did a great effort in keeping the cars running – I believe we will be back, there is still a some unfinished business!
Today we have a non competitive drive into Paris where we will be arriving at around 14.30. It will for sure be emotional and we are looking forward to driving over the finish line!