The ride to Schleswig Holstein did not go quite as planned, much thanks to multiple detours in Germany. Surprises there will always be. First detour was a good one From Erfurt I set a northern course. Stayed on smaller roads for the most part. It was going to be a long day and ditto distance….read more>>
MC rides (general)
Northwest towards Harz (2024-9)
From Reisbach Baviaria northwest towards Erfurt and Harz. In the beginning a pleasant ride, but it didn’t last all the way. Northwest towards Harz Harz mountain area wasn’t a goal in itself, but more of a northern reference point. I had no plans to ride across the Harz mountains, like I did in 2019. Little…read more>>
Journey northwards and a split-up (2024-8)
The journey northwards took us across the Grossglockner mountain pass. But as it turned out, we weren’t going to see much of it. Grossglockner High Alpine Fog Leaving our hotel the weather was pretty good. The forecast for Grossglockner high alpine road wasn’t directly terrible but definitely not great either. Weather forecasts in the Alps…read more>>
Two passes, two countries (2024-7)
Two passes and two countries, just like in 2021. From Austria and Timmelsjoch into Italy, then Jaufenpass and onwards east to Austria. One could argue it would be three passes. Along Timmelsjoch high alpine road there are actually two, one on the Austrian, another on the Italian side. It was first time for my friend…read more>>
Stelvio pass, and back to Switzerland (2024-6)
Stelvio Pass was next. First time for my companion. I had not been there in many years, but knew what to expect. We crossed over from Switzerland and into Italy on road SS38 in the Lombardy region. Then a descent towards Val Müstair. It’s a very pleasant ride, with few signs of what awaits you….read more>>
Swiss roads and passes (2024-5)
Swiss roads and passes can be an awesome experience. Gravel roads are a bit more difficult to find, but they do exist. Gravel roads were not part of our “plans” this summer. If in Switzerland, looking for Swiss roads that offers gravel fun then this list might be worth looking at. NB! I don’t know…read more>>
Through France to Switzerland (2024-4)
Riding through France, or a bit of France, quickly makes you realize how big the country is. Well big by European standards at least. Through France, always an experience France is the third largest country in Europe, but the largest in the European Union. I’ve ridden through a couple of times. Primarily in the eastern…read more>>
Hinckley UK & back to France (2024-3)
Our next goal was Hinckley UK. The plan was just to ride up from Folkstone, spend one night, and then back down, then Eurotunnel over to France. We booked Le Shuttle tickets at breakfast. I was surprised by how much more expensive it was, compared to my last crossing in 2019. They did have a…read more>>
To Calais and Eurotunnel (2024-2)
Our next goal was Calais, Eurotunnel to Folkstone, and up to Hinckley, England. We had a mission there, before returning to mainland Europe. So the plan was to spend a night in Calais, and hop on the train the next morning. We wanted to stay off the Autobahn (AB) as much as possible, even if…read more>>
Another Euro Adventure (2024-1)
July 2024 it was time for another Euro Adventure. July is not my favourite month for going south in Europe. I was later to be reminded why. Another Euro experience, in July Circumstances led to the choice of month. Not ideal. but oh well. Work, life and in addition a friend wanted to come along….read more>>