The ride today was a bit longer than expected, and I had handwritten directions in case my GPS failed again, which happened after 25km. It was a bit drizzly, but I tried to keep up my pace to try and beat the afternoon rain which was forecasted in Rotterdam. My directions were vague towards the … Continue reading EU Day 74: Riding Antwerp (BEL) to Rotterdam (NED)
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EU Day 73: Riding Ghent (BEL) to Antwerp (BEL)
Today's ride was mostly along the N70 highway, so there wasn't much interesting scenery. My GPS died within the first kilometre, but it didn't really matter until the last part. I could see the city on the other side of the river, but no bridge to cross over. The first tunnel I saw was for … Continue reading EU Day 73: Riding Ghent (BEL) to Antwerp (BEL)
EU Day 71-72: Riding Bruges (BEL) to Ghent (BEL) and rest day
Today was quite lazy, I had toast for breakfast, the first time in weeks. I discovered that Specloos, a gingerbread biscuit made in Belgium which is often served with coffee, makes a sandwich spread. It's awesome and I'll make sure I bring a jar of it home. I chatted with Jon, the fellow cycle tourer … Continue reading EU Day 71-72: Riding Bruges (BEL) to Ghent (BEL) and rest day
EU Day 70: Riding Dunkirk (FRA) to Bruges (BEL)
Today's ride was way better than yesterday, I started the day with a nice sleep in, a breakfast of mostly croissants and a trip to the museum nearby. It was located in the bunker which was the headquarters for the French Forces in World War II. There was loads of information and display items for … Continue reading EU Day 70: Riding Dunkirk (FRA) to Bruges (BEL)
