My euro ramblings, part two of my three week trip
Day 9: travel, amazing lake, castles and setup
Up early, breakfast, said goodbye to my lovely friends and headed off to Walansee but drove a bit further along to Murg. Parked up, worked out the confusing parking setup and walked down to the Lake, just simply amazing. The views were incredible.
The lake was stunning, and so peaceful
Then I got back on the road, headed to Liechtenstein where id thought id spend the night.
Got there and parked up, free parking - bonus. Walked along to the castle which was unfortunately closed as the people are in residence. Was nice to look at though and some great views from it.
Liechtenstein
Castle
After that I went into central area which was ok. I then checked out where id planned on parking up that night and it just didnt feel right, so decided to drive on to Livigno.
What an amazing drive, into the mountains with a very windy mountain pass to negotiate, while taking in the exceptional views. Lots of motorbikes enjoying the smooth windy roads.
I stopped off at a lay-by for a few photos.
After quite a long stop off, I was so enjoying the peacefulness and incredible scenery I made my way to Livigno. On the way I decided to take the €16 toll tunnel, just to see what it was like. A one way tunnel with traffic control at each end, was a cool experience to drive through it Arriving at the campsite, checking in and setting up all very stress free, I initially booked in for 5 days but ended up extending to 7 days, Livigno is perfect for me - cycling, good food and lots of walks.
Day 10 - Livigno
First full day was really good, I took it easy though, a nice restful day. Walked into local town which is close by, got some food and mainly just relaxed.
Yet again the scenery and surroundings here are beautiful, invokes a very relaxed feeling.
Day 11: I like to ride my bicycle
Woke up to another sunny day, while im not a sun worshipper and struggle in the heat I do enjoy waking up to nice weather.
I decided to follow a bike route I found on Outdoor Active. The person who uploaded it rated it as medium, AYE RIGHT!!!!.
Off I went, along some paths then off road (gravel mainly) initially alongside a stream and then up, and up, and up. Wow it was hard work. I had to stop off a few times as the climbs were killing my legs, thankfully lots of shaded areas and also amazing views.
1st stop off, not realising id have quite a few more before end of climb
I stopped off at this bit for a good rest, the route had actually turned off a few hundred yards before this to head downhill but I wanted to go up a bit further, make it to one of the viewpoints.
This was my final stop off, after a load of extra climbing my legs were trashed so stopped at the first view point rather than second (which had just over a mile extra climbing), was still very pleased to reach this section. The flow off water was very cool and gave myself a bit of a cool down with it - bliss.
Where I stopped off had a BBQ setup for picnics etc, kind of them to supply the fresh steak
Headed back a different way, mainly through winding roads, very steep declines at times fun, at times “am I going to survive this ) . Got down to flat roads and went into the town, cycled to the far end, the setup for bikes here is excellent, then it was back to the campsite. Made some nice food and relaxed for the night
Day 12: walking and pizza
I decided I wanted to walk along the stream that runs through the town and then up to a viewpoint. Very toasty ☀️ today so took extra fluids with me.
On the way up the side of the mountain I met some goats, sheep, ponies and cows, all in the one area
Got to the viewpoint, was very busy so I didnt stay long. I did notice a section where you could get to the lake basin, it’s pretty dried up at the moment with only a stream running through it so decided to give that a try.
I was very glad I decided on this route. No one else on it (the official paths were very busy) and the views were incredible
Theres a storm brewing
After this I went back to camp, grabbed a shower, topped up water bottle and headed into town. Pizza required 🍕. Found a wee place with some nice views and got myself a sausage and mushroom pizza, it was very tasty.
Some birds hinting they want a bit of my pizza, thankfully I am used to Sams much more convincing stares for my food so managed to ignore them 🐶.
After that the clouds were setting in, back to the van and watched the thunder/lightening storm ⛈️ kick off for a few hours.
Day 12 - Lazy day
A very chilled relaxing day, short walk to buy food and that was it. Read my book (thanks Aran) and chilled, then later in the day another thunder storm, although only for about an hour this time, still briliant to watch.
Day 13: relaxing morning, blog update and a walk
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