Lerici (IT)
31. juli 2017, Italien ⋅ ☀️ 29 °C
From the North Sea, to what I have just learnt, is the Ligurian Sea, and an awesome swim.
My base for the next two nights, a campsite in a tierred olive grove overlooking a bay. From the campsiteLæs mere
Cinque Terra (IT)
1. august 2017, Italien ⋅ ☀️ 28 °C
Cinque Terre is a rugged portion of coast on the Italian Riviera, comprising of five small coastal villages. Made use of a boat tour to visit the villages. These hamlets either cling to the cliff faceLæs mere
Lucca (IT)
3. august 2017, Italien ⋅ ☀️ 34 °C
Yesterday on the way to Lucca must be the hottest that I have ever cycled in (43 °C).
Today was a day exploring Lucca, famous for its intact Renaissance-era city walls.
Also used today to replaceLæs mere
Pisa (IT)
5. august 2017, Italien ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
It is believed that the city of Pisa was founded on the shore and was a maritime city, however with sediment deposits it now lies 10km inland from the shore.
Known worldwide for its leaning tower.Læs mere
San Gimignano (IT)
6. august 2017, Italien ⋅ ☀️ 31 °C
Back on the bike again today after being spoilt rotten by Morris & Jenny in Lucca. Going to miss the company, good food, cold beers, and most definitely the swimming pool !
Set off fairly earlier andLæs mere
Siena / Buonconvento (IT)
7. august 2017, Italien ⋅ ☀️ 32 °C
The route has been mainly on the tar, but a few more dirt roads today. Siena was amazing, so much going on there !
Another puncture today, but at least I had the luxury of being able to carry out theLæs mere
Patrick LearyNot that far actually, about 230km. Taking it easy, only have to be in Rome by Thursday
Bolsena (IT)
8. august 2017, Italien ⋅ ⛅ 30 °C
A day of mixed fortunes. Tyre burst and ripped to shreds in the middle of nowhere. Put on my sad look face and rang a doorbell at a small factory. One of the workers loaded me, my bike and all my bagsLæs mere
Sutri / Lake Bracciano (IT)
9. august 2017, Italien ⋅ ⛅ 34 °C
Unplanned stop at a Roman amphitheater carved into tufa rock that dates back to the end of the 2nd century and could seat up to nine thousand people.
At the same site, also visited a church, MaddonaLæs mere
Glad you made this detour as most impressive. What a wonderful campsite again and love seeing all the plants that brighten the narrow "roads" between the buildings. Well today (10th) you should reach your destination Rome. WELL DONE. (remembering Mops today) Tops
Rome (IT)
10. august 2017, Italien ⋅ ⛅ 36 °C
Arrived in Rome yesterday, again using the waterways to navigate into a city, this time making use of the Tiber river (3rd longest river in Italy). Once in the city then over to the GPS for the lastLæs mere
Pleased you are soaking up the magnificent Roman historical sights! You made it & on schedule without any major incident. WELL DONE! Are you going to visit the Vatican & St. Peter's Square? xxTops
Vatican City (VA)
13. august 2017, Vatikanet ⋅ ☀️ 28 °C
The worlds smallest independent international state, a walled off enclave within Rome, and home to approx 800 people.
Consisting of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St Peter's Bascilica, and ofLæs mere
Cycling Summary
14. august 2017, Italien ⋅ ☀️ 29 °C
Countries Crossed:
Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland, Austria, Lichtenstein, and Italy.
Cycling Statistics:
Total weight (Bike & Bags): 40 kg
Total Distance: 2,500 km
Longest Day: 150Læs mere
RejsendeThat looks beautiful Pat if I was you I would camp a bit longer, come back next year😱
I can remember being so impressed with the clear seas around the coastline. Looks wonderful enjoy the rest exploring Tops