From Cesenatico to San Marino: through the heart of Emilia-Romagna during EMCC
When I grab my bike from the bike cellar of the Lungomare Bike Hotel in the morning, there is a lot of excitement around me. This is not for nothing. Today we are not only going to ride part of the 2024 Tour route. We are also doing so with a cycling great. Bernard Hinault, 5-time [...]
Cycling in the Pyrénées-Orientales: the unknown side of the Pyrenees
When you think of cycling in the Pyrenees, you quickly think of some big cols: the Tourmalet, the Hautacam or the Aspin to name but a few. The eastern side of the French Pyrenees is not yet so well known, while there is plenty to do! This side of the French Pyrenees are locally called the [...]
Why you should cycle The Giro Delle Dolomiti in Bolzano
Bolzano is cycling. With this slogan, the bustling city in the province of South Tyrol wants to make a name for itself. In terms of location, you could hardly do better. The Dolomites are literally at your feet and there is so much choice that you almost lose your way in advance. The city is also home to the [...]
Why you should cycle the Alpine Panorama Route in Switzerland
There you are by the pool. Still recovering from that 60 km solo MTB tour in 38 degrees. Enjoying some shade with your wife. Time to read a book. Or a cycling magazine, of course. Suddenly three words catch my eye. Alpine. Panorama. Route. Each word makes me instantly [...]
5 French cycling areas you need to go to now
France is big and for many an ideal destination for a cycling holiday. Whether it is a cycling holiday or a gravel bike adventure, France always beckons and entices. While Alps, Vosges and Pyrenees are favourites, the country really has more to offer than that. The Tour de France often shows you more beautiful places, [...]
Courchevel, a beautiful pearl in the Vanoise
Nestled among the majestic landscape of the French Alps, Courchevel attracts adventurers and luxury seekers alike, and never ceases to amaze us with its unique charm and energy. Whether it is the World Ski Championships or the frequent royal visits, Courchevel always has something exciting to offer, especially for those who want to venture [...]
7 useful apps for your next cycling adventure
As an avid cyclist, exploring new destinations by bike is one of the best experiences you can have. Whether you choose an adventurous road bike ride through the Alps, a leisurely gravel ride through the rolling countryside of Tuscany, or a challenging long-distance ride on the vast roads of America, there [...]
Cycling adventure around Lago di Caldonazzo in Trentino: these are our tips
In winter, when the freedom of summer holidays is allowed to be coloured in, the random search area formed by Google, the ANWB booklet (out of nostalgia), that one colleague and that active family is narrowed down. Entire countries fall off, as well as coastlines and the most beautiful mountain ranges. Then suddenly things move fast and become concrete. Pay attention [...]
Cycling route to discover Crans-Montana: start quietly with the climb to the village
Driving the car up to the hotel Alaia Lodge in Crans-Montana, it really does feel like coming home again. Also on our previous trip to the ski and outdoor sports village in the Swiss canton of Valais-Wallis, we stayed at this hotel. A lovely, relaxing place. Very centrally located in the village, with a good breakfast, [...]
Grand Depart Basque Country: from capital Vitoria-Gasteiz to San Sebastián
In 2023, the Basque Country will be completely dominated by the Tour de France. With three stages going through northern Spain, it will be a big celebration of cycling in general and cycling in the Basque Country in particular. Earlier you could see the preview of stage one on this medium. Today [...]
