Cycling in Tenerife: from lighthouse magic to Vuelta al Teide
Tenerife is a cycling destination par excellence. There are many hidden cycling gems on volcanic island Tenerife/ Not for nothing do many pros train year-round on this island of eternal spring. Ruben Hoogland previously cycled on Tenerife for us, where he found out what makes this island so suitable for cycling adventures. This time, he travelled [...]
Gravel in Bolzano
Consider a nice off-road trip to the northern Italian destination of Bolzano! The uncluttered city, also known as Bozen, is the perfect location if you're planning a gravel trip with cycling friends. It is a city and area where you will find everything. It's not a long flight (to Verona and then by train) [...]
Cycling climbing in the UK: 5 alternatives to Box Hill
Anyone who says bicycle climbing in the UK in the UK will immediately mention Box Hill. This decisive climb in the 2012 Olympic road race and the Prudential London Ride, among others, is undoubtedly one of the most famous bicycle climbs in the UK. But there are many other lesser-known climbs in the area that [...]
Ruben's Mallorca cycling routes - part 2
In the month of February 2023, Ruben Hoogland was on the cycling island of Mallorca. A beautiful destination with so many beautiful climbs, 'backroads' and views, you must have been there. We therefore have a short, three-part series in which we show you Ruben's cycling routes on Mallorca. With the accompanying pictures, we can say: 'the hype is totally justified'. Text [...]
Gravel trail in the Reichswald forest - just a stone's throw away
If you are looking for a cool gravel route on the border with the Netherlands and Germany, look no further. The Reichswald, just across the border near Nijmegen, offers everything you need for a great route, with a story. Because while you're busy criss-crossing through the woods, don't forget [...]
Beautiful cycle route in Emilia-Romagna
Many cyclists will not immediately mention Emilia-Romagna as a favourite destination. However, this region has a lot of cycling fun to offer - after all, it was Marco Pantani's training ground. Emilia Romagna is truly a cyclists' paradise. Traffic-free asphalt roads alternate with beautiful gravel lanes. Unlike Tuscany, for example, there are still few foreign tourists and you imagine [...]
Classic Ride: Cycling route to the Grand Ballon
Almost every cyclist dreams of climbing a big Alpine col. Now, you can start there untrained, but preparing really helps. For that, the Vosges Mountains are ideally suited. It is a medium-high mountain range seen by many as a warm-up for the 'real' work in the Alps. The reason it is also often forgotten. [...]
Ruben's routes on Mallorca
In the month of February 2023, Ruben Hoogland was on the cycling island of Mallorca. A beautiful destination with so many beautiful climbs, 'backroads' and views, you must have been there. We therefore have a short, three-part series in which we show you Ruben's favourite routes on Mallorca. With the accompanying pictures, we can say: 'the hype is [...]
Switzerland launches 100% women cycling initiative
With the 100% Women cycling initiative, Switzerland Tourism (ST) aims to inspire more women to take up outdoor sports and encourage them to try new ones. For the past two years, 100% Women focused on hiking and mountaineering. This year, the campaign focuses on cycling. The campaign includes a gravel challenge, sporting challenges for national and [...]
Cycling in northern Italy: On the trail of Il Lombardia
The cycling season in Italy starts with Strade Bianche, Tirreno-Adriatico and La Primavera (for non-experts Milan - San Remo) and ends with Il Lombardia, the Tour of Lombardy. Funny similarity between the two races: they are usually decided on the final climb, although the Tour of Lombardy has a course that is more distinctive. Cycling in [...]
