This summer, guest blogger Rik de Voogd on a journey through Europe. He previously wrote about his adventures in Germany (Hesse, Baden-Württemberg, Bayern) and Tuscany, today it is time to take a closer look at the Dolomites. At the invitation of cycling hotel/paradise Melodia Del Bosco he and Ruben went to Alta Badia. You will read the full story next week, written by his travel buddy Ruben. Today, we are already publishing a short photo series of Cycling with Rik in the Dolomites to get you in the mood for your own adventure. You can then watch the Classic Ride of the Sella Ronda do. Is that one off your bucket list too.
Dreaming away
The Dolomites are a true cycling paradise. Beautiful views, castles, stunning climbs and curves. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for a reason. Here, like Rik and Ruben, you can have a good time for a while.
Sometimes it feels like being in a big mirage. Am I really seeing what I'm seeing? Is it as beautiful as I think it is. A squeeze of the arm and you know. This is real.
In the clouds
With its location at 1,500 metres and the surrounding mountains, you'll soon have your head in the clouds. In fact, it is, in a word, stunning.
Bend it like....
The Dolomites are known for their hairpin turns and beautiful descents. So Ruben and Rik of the routes and roads that were presented to them. That it went nicely downhill, that much is obvious. That's how beautiful cycling is in the Dolomites.
One last one to unlearn
The photos kept coming, but we had to make a selection. This concluding photo could go right on the wall. For us, this is the image that should make you travel to the Dolomites too.
Next week
You will get the full story of this epic trip next week from Ruben. In the meantime, are you already out and just looking for a date to travel to the Dolomites? Let us know! We will be happy to help you with the latest tips and tricks. Cycling with Rik in the Dolomites is a nice ode as far as we are concerned.
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