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Euroadster ’23
  • Peter Dannock
  • Rob Dannock
  • Peter Dannock
  • Rob Dannock

Euroadster ’23

Combining a desire to travel with a passion for the world's best-selling convertible sports car, my brother and I are embarking on a ten-week journey through the United Kingdom and Europe in a Mazda MX-5. Read more
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    Furka Pass

    August 11, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ☀️ 15 °C

    We have circled back to the Furka Pass on our way to Zurich. The beautiful blue sky is a stark contrast to Monday’s snow. The road is a lot busier today. I may never get the opportunity to drive this road again, but I can die happy now that I have driven it.Read more

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    Nufenen Pass

    August 11, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ☀️ 17 °C

    Nufenen Pass is a high mountain pass in the Swiss Alps. It has an elevation of 2,478 metres (8,130 feet) above sea level and is located in the canton of Valais. The pass connects Ulrichen in the Rhone valley with Airolo in the Leventina valley. It is the highest paved mountain pass in Switzerland.Read more

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    Gotthard Pass

    August 11, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ⛅ 21 °C

    Our plan was to go through the Gotthard Tunnel, however it was closed at Airolo, so we had to go over the Gotthard Pass instead.

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    Klausen Pass

    August 11, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ⛅ 18 °C

    The Klausen Pass is a high mountain pass located in central Switzerland that connects the cantons of Uri and Glarus. It has an elevation of 1,948 metres (6,391 feet) and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. The Klausen Pass is also known for its historical significance, as it was an important trade route throughout much of Switzerland's history.Read more

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    Day 56 - Interlaken to Zurich

    August 11, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C

    We could have easily stayed another day at Interlaken, we both enjoyed the hotel accommodation and the vibe of Interlaken. From my last trip to Interlaken, I remembered a twisty section of the road that took my fancy. The twists, turns, and tunnels that made up this section of the road made it look like a pretzel on the navigation system. We found the pretzel road just outside of Brienzewiler.

    Rob wanted to go through the Gotthard Tunnel and to do that, we needed to cross over the Grimsel Pass to get to Airolo at the southern end of the tunnel. So, we were backtracking on the roads we drove last Monday. If we were going to drive over Grimsel Pass, I suggested we also drive over the Furka Pass to Realp. Of course, once we got to Realp, we had to turn back and drive over the Furka Pass to continue our journey to Zurich.

    To get to Airolo, we drove over the Nufenen Pass, the highest paved mountain pass in Switzerland. Along the way, we met many cows with bells grazing alongside the road. We could hear the ring of bells throughout the valley. When we reached the southern end of the Gotthard Tunnel, it was closed. Our only option was to drive over the Gotthard Pass, which we went over last Sunday. We were happy to drive another pass, so we weren't complaining. However, we weren't done with mountain passes just yet. On our way to Zurich, we took a detour over the Klausen Pass. This pass is known for its narrow roads, but no less spectacular than the other mountain passes we drove today.

    Given the beautiful sunny weather and magnificent mountain pass roads, today's drive eclipsed last Monday and has now become the best day for driving on tour.    Read more

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    Zurich

    August 12, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ⛅ 26 °C

    Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland and it is situated in the north-central part of the country. The city is a major centre for banking and finance and is also known for its beautiful architecture, museums, and art galleries. Zurich is located on the shores of Lake Zurich and is surrounded by the Swiss Alps, providing stunning views of the mountains.Read more

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    Day 57 - Zurich

    August 12, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ☁️ 27 °C

    After our long drive yesterday, today was somewhat of a rest day. After a sleep-in, I went for a run, and Rob went for a walk. We then walked into the centre of Zurich to look at the Old Town. We did have a walk around the Old Town and then walked down to the lake.

    Today was Street Parade in Zurich, an annual techno music festival. It is one of the largest techno parties in the world with over a million people attending each year. We passed large groups of people in colourful clothing heading towards the lake for the parade.

    We had no intention of heading to the parade we were catching up with Eli and Lapo for lunch. We went to Hiltl vegetarian restaurant, as suggested by Eli. It was great to catch up with Eli again and to meet Lapo for the first time.    Read more

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    Lake Zurich

    August 13, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ☁️ 18 °C

    Lake Zurich is one of the largest lakes in Switzerland. The lake is surrounded by picturesque towns and villages and offers a variety of recreational activities, such as swimming, boating, and hiking. The lake is also important for the local economy, as it is used for transportation and fishing.Read more

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    Vaduz, Liechtenstein

    August 13, 2023 in Liechtenstein ⋅ ☁️ 24 °C

    Liechtenstein is a small, landlocked country bordered by Switzerland to the west and Austria to the east. With an area of just 160 square kilometers and a population of around 38,000, it is one of the smallest countries in the world. Despite its size, Liechtenstein is one of the wealthiest countries in the world, with a highly developed economy and a high standard of living. The country is a constitutional monarchy, with the Prince of Liechtenstein serving as the head of state. The official language is German, and the country is known for its stunning alpine scenery.Read more

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    Davos

    August 13, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C

    Davos is a town located in the Swiss Alps, known for hosting the annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting. The WEF is a conference that brings together political leaders, business executives, and other influential figures to discuss global economic issues and trends. The conference takes place in January and is attended by thousands of people from around the world. In addition to the WEF,.Read more

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    Flüela Pass

    August 13, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ☁️ 17 °C

    Flüela Pass is a high mountain pass in the Swiss Alps. It connects the towns of Davos and Susch in the canton of Graubünden. The pass has an elevation of 2,383 metres (7,818 ft) and is usually open from May to November.Read more

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    St Moritz

    August 13, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ⛅ 18 °C

    St. Moritz is a luxury alpine resort town in Switzerland, known for its ski slopes, spas, and high-end shopping. It hosted the Winter Olympics twice and is a popular destination for winter sports enthusiasts. In addition to skiing, visitors can enjoy ice skating, bobsledding, and other winter activities.Read more

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    Day 58 - Zurich to St Moritz

    August 13, 2023 in Switzerland ⋅ ☁️ 16 °C

    We started our day driving along the side of Lake Zurich, one of the largest lakes in Switzerland. The sun was rising over the opposite side of the lake, and the sun was reflecting off the water. We stopped for a while to take in the serenity.

    We detoured through Liechtenstein and stopped briefly in Vaduz, the capital. As it was a Sunday, everything was shut, so we didn't stay long before moving on. We also drove through Davos on our way. Somehow I drove down a bus lane, and some locals gestured at me to get out of the bus lane. I am sure they recognised my UK licence plate and thought to themselves, how typical.

    Before getting to St Moritz, we had a mountain pass to climb. The Flüela Pass connects the towns of Davos and Susch and has an elevation of 2,383 metres. It was a less challenging mountain pass than the other day, but nonetheless enjoyable.

    We arrived early to check in and sat in the shade for an hour. Our accommodation looks like it has just been renovated and it has a kitchen. So, we can cook our dinner instead of going to an expensive Swiss restaurant. We are delighted with that.    Read more