We split into three groups: some to Alkmaar’s cheese auction, others exploring Amsterdam. Alina and I cycled 44 km across canals, bridges, and new neighbourhoods, visiting markets, museums, and landmarks. Despite wind and rain, the ride revealed the city’s remarkable cycling infrastructure before we regrouped for our final dinner before our cruise.
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Europe 2026 – Day 4 – Rotterdam, Delft, The Hague
Journey through Rotterdam, Delft, and The Hague, uncovering the city’s role in WWII and its transformation into a hub of innovation and sustainability. Experience the blend of past resilience and modern vibrancy that defines these Dutch cities.
Europe 2026 – Trip Overview
On March 30, I will be travelling to Europe for 23 days with friends from BikeBrampton. We’re starting with an eight day Bike and Barge tour in the Netherlands, after five days exploring Amsterdam’s museums and nearby cities. After the cruise, some return home while others continue to explore Netherlands, Belgium, Poland and Germany before flying home together.
Bratislava – Day 19 – Travel Home
I arose at 545am so I could pack my last few things and leave the room with my suitcase, to be in the dining room for breakfast at 6:30 with Michael. The dining room was quiet and empty, and I ate quickly, and was outside, in front of the hotel, a few minutes before seven,Continue reading “Bratislava – Day 19 – Travel Home”
Bratislava – Day 18
It was another rainy day today from start to finish. I had tentatively planned to do a 20 km bike ride around a part of the city I had yet to explore, while Michael had his Slovak language class with his tutor, but the roads were very wet with pooling water , and the rainContinue reading “Bratislava – Day 18”
Bratislava – Day 17
After breakfast together at the hotel, we decided to walk to the old town for hot chocolate. On the way we looked in the “new market” near the hotel. It was built in 1983 when the city needed a market space, because the old market had been re-purposed as studios for Slovak television. It isContinue reading “Bratislava – Day 17”
Bratislava – Day 16
Today was a rest day. I’ve only biked half the distance to date this year compared to last year so the almost 150km of the last two days (18% of the total) took a toll on top of being on the go now for two weeks. It’s been a wonderful experience, and there’s still muchContinue reading “Bratislava – Day 16”
Bratislava – Day 15 – And Vienna
I got up at 6:30 today so I could get the train to Vienna at 8:37. The train runs hourly, and you buy a ticket to Vienna which you can use at any time. It cost €18, one way, including transporting a bike. It’s going to be another beautiful day with the temperature ranging fromContinue reading “Bratislava – Day 15 – And Vienna”
Bratislava – Day 13
It was a cool and sunny this morning so I sat indoors at the hotel restaurant. At one point I was the only one there. I feel as though I’ve hardly stopped to catch my breath since I’ve gotten here, and since I had technical difficulties with the blog yesterday, and ended up a dayContinue reading “Bratislava – Day 13”
Bratislava – Day 14 – And Hungary
I arose early today, and it was too cool to eat breakfast outside, and because I was in the dining room earlier than usual I found it very busy. I was out of the hotel by 8:45 AM. The goal today was to ride from Slovakia to Hungary, visit the Danubiana Art museum, and rideContinue reading “Bratislava – Day 14 – And Hungary”