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  • Greece

    Greece

    When I looked at the map, I realized that finding a suitable camping spot for my first night in Greece would be a challenge. The landscape seemed to be primarily farmland, and my attempt to camp by an abandoned building was thwarted by a group of barking sheepdogs. I hurriedly left the scene to avoid Read more

  • Albania and North Macedonia

    Albania and North Macedonia

    Crossing into Albania marked another straightforward border encounter. The Montenegrin police scanned my passport on one side, then threw it over the desk to their Albanian counterparts, who glanced at it for a mere second before returning it to me. Positive remarks about Albania had been a common theme, with many individuals mentioning the kindness Read more

  • Bosnia and Herzegovina, Southern Croatia and Montenegro

    Bosnia and Herzegovina, Southern Croatia and Montenegro

    I had always intended to briefly cross through Bosnia and Herzegovina, covering just 10 km, to reach the southern part of Croatia. However, after conversing with fellow cycle tourists, I was convinced to embark on a more extensive detour, exploring the countryside and even the city of Mostar. This decision offered the added benefits of Read more

  • Slovenia and Northern Croatia

    Slovenia and Northern Croatia

    Opting to skip Slovenia, I headed straight for Croatia. This led me to cycle 14 km through a deserted forest road, stopping only once for water. I decided to save Slovenia for another trip; fellow travelers who’ve cycled through there extol its beauty. However, I wanted to continue along the coast and didn’t fancy the Read more

  • Italy

    Italy

    Last summer, I completed a cycling journey from Naples to Tuscany, which gave me a glimpse of what to expect while cycling through Italy. As I planned my return, one thing I was eagerly looking forward to was the delectable Italian cuisine. A significant part of my adventure involved conquering one of the legendary climbs Read more

  • Switzerland

    Switzerland

    Before embarking on this trip, my encounters with Switzerland had been brief. I’d visited twice before: once landing at Geneva airport before heading straight for the French border and also driving there last year but only stay for 4 hours before heading home! Switzerland’s strict laws on wild camping made me a bit more paranoid Read more