Authentic Travel Inspiration
As with most planned adventures, this trip began with an idea. One of many fellow cyclists who gave me advice while I was cycling around Portugal in 2020 suggested that cycling the Estrada Nacional 2 (National Road 2) also known…
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Starting Point: EriceiraEnding Point: LisboaToday’s Distance: 98 kmTotal Distance: 2,036 km I was almost too excited to sleep, but when I stirred awake at 4 am I willed myself back into slumber. I needed the rest; Day 30, the final…
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Starting Point: Atouguia da Baleia (Peniche)Ending Point: EriceiraToday’s Distance: 53 kmTotal Distance: 1,938 km I woke up in pain. The joyous occasion the night before had translated into far too much wine, and I was paying for it now. I…
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Starting Point: São Martinho do PortoEnding Point: Atouguia da Baleia (Peniche)Today’s Distance: 42 kmTotal Distance: 1,885 km After two 100+ km days, I lingered in bed longer than usual this morning. I slowly packed my few things and prepared for…
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Starting point: Figueira da FozEnding point: São Martinho do PortoToday’s Distance: 109 kmTotal Distance: 1,843 km This morning I was very pleased to welcome a guest cyclist to join me in cycling for the day. Dr. António was a friend…
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