Adventure Travel

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  • Stage 5 – Mantua to Ferrara

    Time – 4:17 Elevation Gain – 84 meters 105 km We had a delicious breakfast at the 1400 palazzo b and b which was served by the grand lady who owned the place. She must be one of the descendants! She dressed and spoke like a well refined lady! She was in her 80’s and…

  • Day off in Bologna

    We took a bus into Bologna Day of the workers holiday Busy in the center Saw sarah off – sad to see her go – so independent Beautiful city Bologna

  • Stage 4 – Brentonico to Mantua

    118 km 6:01 1340 m We had a great breakfast in a beautiful garden in brentonico. Important to ensure that you fuel your body to have enough energy to survive the ride! Some days it feels like I’m just surviving but it’s such a wonderful feeling when you go outside your comfort zone and make…

  • Stage 3 – Sarche to Brentonico

    Cycling Stats – 61.06 km, 1737 of elevation, 4:02 hours Hotel – Villa Maria First climb – 13.8 km with 8.1 gradient Second climb – 7.5 km with 6.9 gradient Passo Santo Barbara – my mom in spirit at the end of the first climb There was beautiful scenery along the bike path which took…

  • Stage 2 – Trento to Sarche

    Stage 2 – Trento to Sarche

    Cycling statistics- 42.11 km, 1072 meters of climbing and 2:38 cycling time We had a fantastic start to the day with a buffet breakfast that included eggs, bread, yogurt, fruit, sweets and amazing croissants and of course great coffee! It must be the German influence as typical Italian breakfasts mostly just have sweets! We managed…

  • Stage 1 – Bolzano to Trento

    Stage 1 – Bolzano to Trento

    Cycling Summary – 2:54 of riding covering 66.66 km with 264 meters of climbing We had a great sleep – well deserved after two days of travel which included an overnight flight! We enjoy a brunch prepared by Sarah which also included Sarah’s good friend Jenny! After a late start to the day we or…