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Sweden / Norway August 2023
Travelogue
Departure promptly at 1:30 p.m. Because of the heavy traffic on the A2 and A7, we drive comfortably overland to Soltau. We also take the obligatory traffic jam in front of the Elbe tunnel and are at the motorhome parking lot at Citti Park in Flensburg around 7:30 p.m.
Departure promptly at 1:30 p.m. Because of the heavy traffic on the A2 and A7, we drive comfortably overland to Soltau. We also take the obligatory traffic jam in front of the Elbe tunnel and are at the motorhome parking lot at Citti Park in Flensburg around 7:30 p.m.
The place is completely overcrowded, but we still find a space in the car area. Not the nice way, but we want to move on tomorrow morning anyway. For dinner we went to the Taverna Omiros, within walking distance and the food was very tasty.
The place is completely overcrowded, but we still find a space in the car area. Not the nice way, but we want to move on tomorrow morning anyway. For dinner we went to the Taverna Omiros, within walking distance and the food was very tasty.
After the first night in Sweden we are exploring the area today. I was already at SÀven a good 30 years ago, so I have a bit of local knowledge. We then ride our gravel bikes through the forest to Sandsjön, where we want to go fishing later. Everything still looks the same as before. So go back to the mobile and collect a few chanterelles along the way. Unfortunately, the fishing was not successful. But whatever, it was still fun. We are back at the pitch in time for the rain, from now on it will be continuous rain until the next morning.
After the first night in Sweden we are exploring the area today. I was already at SÀven a good 30 years ago, so I have a bit of local knowledge. We then ride our gravel bikes through the forest to Sandsjön, where we want to go fishing later. Everything still looks the same as before. So go back to the mobile and collect a few chanterelles along the way. Unfortunately, the fishing was not successful. But whatever, it was still fun. We are back at the pitch in time for the rain, from now on it will be continuous rain until the next morning.
August 7, 2023
After a rainy night we leave this beautiful place early. In VÄrgÄrda we go to an ICA supermarket to replenish our supplies.
August 7, 2023
After a rainy night we leave this beautiful place early. In VÄrgÄrda we go to an ICA supermarket to replenish our supplies.
August 7th, 2023 afternoon
A very friendly greeting at reception. We are given various places to choose from, but unfortunately we almost get stuck on the sodden ground in the most beautiful place right by the sea.
August 7th, 2023 afternoon
A very friendly greeting at reception. We are given various places to choose from, but unfortunately we almost get stuck on the sodden ground in the most beautiful place right by the sea.
Aug 9, 2023
The rain has let up a bit and the things are packed up quickly. With a short stopover for shopping in Mariestad, we travel through a beautiful landscape with many lakes to VĂ€rmland. The population decreases significantly, forest and water dominate the journey.
Aug 9, 2023
The rain has let up a bit and the things are packed up quickly. With a short stopover for shopping in Mariestad, we travel through a beautiful landscape with many lakes to VĂ€rmland. The population decreases significantly, forest and water dominate the journey.
Aug 9, 2023
A very nice place, clean sanitary facilities and very friendly operators đđ».
Aug 9, 2023
A very nice place, clean sanitary facilities and very friendly operators đđ».
More or less dry weather today. We want to explore the area on bikes and ride through the forests towards the east. Shortly before we get back on the main road, there is a cow moose on the path, but she quickly disappears into the bushes. No matter, saw the moose đ«, everything was fine. Then we continue via Gustav Adolf towards the main road to Hagfors. We still find plenty of chanterelles, unfortunately we don't have a proper bag to take all the mushrooms with us. No matter, there are already enough for the two of us. In the evening we test the dart stand đŻ outside for the first time. Works well here too, the mosquitoes đŠ are a bit annoying.
More or less dry weather today. We want to explore the area on bikes and ride through the forests towards the east. Shortly before we get back on the main road, there is a cow moose on the path, but she quickly disappears into the bushes. No matter, saw the moose đ«, everything was fine. Then we continue via Gustav Adolf towards the main road to Hagfors. We still find plenty of chanterelles, unfortunately we don't have a proper bag to take all the mushrooms with us. No matter, there are already enough for the two of us. In the evening we test the dart stand đŻ outside for the first time. Works well here too, the mosquitoes đŠ are a bit annoying.
Sunshine is forecast for today and we have booked a canoe tour on the KlarĂ€lven. Shortly after 11:00 a.m. we are taken from the campsite to FastnĂ€s and from there we return by canoe. Unfortunately, due to all the rain in the previous days, the river has a lot of water, so you can't see all the sandbanks and jetties. But do we even want to invest? A quick stop at the edge of the forest and immediately the mosquitoes đŠ are back. So quickly get back to the middle of the river. We let ourselves drift along, paddled along a bit, and were back at the campsite after a good three hours. Of course not without taking a rain shower đ§ïž shortly before the finish đ. All in all, a successful day.
Sunshine is forecast for today and we have booked a canoe tour on the KlarĂ€lven. Shortly after 11:00 a.m. we are taken from the campsite to FastnĂ€s and from there we return by canoe. Unfortunately, due to all the rain in the previous days, the river has a lot of water, so you can't see all the sandbanks and jetties. But do we even want to invest? A quick stop at the edge of the forest and immediately the mosquitoes đŠ are back. So quickly get back to the middle of the river. We let ourselves drift along, paddled along a bit, and were back at the campsite after a good three hours. Of course not without taking a rain shower đ§ïž shortly before the finish đ. All in all, a successful day.
Since we had no luck on our first attempt at fishing on SĂ€ven, we want to go again today. We use the iFiske app to look for a lake that is easy to reach with a motorhome. Bought the âFiskekortâ online and off you go. We fished from land with spinners and spoons, but this time we had no success. Be that as it may, the focus is on fun. On the way back we go to VĂ€rmland Moose Park. We imagined it to be a little different (basically a small zoo with moose), but it's still a great experience. We learn a lot about these beautiful animals and are also allowed to feed them with willow and birch branches. The social behavior of the animals is also very interesting; with a few movements of the ears and head, the cow elk dominates the bull. Almost like in real life đ. Our time in Byns-Camping ends with a game of darts; tomorrow we head to Oslo.
Since we had no luck on our first attempt at fishing on SĂ€ven, we want to go again today. We use the iFiske app to look for a lake that is easy to reach with a motorhome. Bought the âFiskekortâ online and off you go. We fished from land with spinners and spoons, but this time we had no success. Be that as it may, the focus is on fun. On the way back we go to VĂ€rmland Moose Park. We imagined it to be a little different (basically a small zoo with moose), but it's still a great experience. We learn a lot about these beautiful animals and are also allowed to feed them with willow and birch branches. The social behavior of the animals is also very interesting; with a few movements of the ears and head, the cow elk dominates the bull. Almost like in real life đ. Our time in Byns-Camping ends with a game of darts; tomorrow we head to Oslo.
Today we continue to Oslo. Due to the storms in Norway, some roads are closed and we are not making any progress as quickly. We refuel shortly behind the border. Because the Norwegian krone exchange rate is favorable for us, diesel is even cheaper than in Germany.
Today we continue to Oslo. Due to the storms in Norway, some roads are closed and we are not making any progress as quickly. We refuel shortly behind the border. Because the Norwegian krone exchange rate is favorable for us, diesel is even cheaper than in Germany.
Getting to the campsite through Oslo and checking in at the campsite are easy. The place is quite soft due to all the rain, luckily we get a fairly straight place in the upper area. The sanitary building works like this. The showers are pretty dirty and the smell is reminiscent of a large motorway service station.
Getting to the campsite through Oslo and checking in at the campsite are easy. The place is quite soft due to all the rain, luckily we get a fairly straight place in the upper area. The sanitary building works like this. The showers are pretty dirty and the smell is reminiscent of a large motorway service station.
After the day in the car we want to get some exercise. The rain is gone and the sun is even coming out now and then. You can walk into the city through the Ekeberg Sculpture Park. The architecture in the city is impressive. Most comparable to the Hafencity in Hamburg. The opera is the first goal, we don't get much further than that. We are impressed by the many floating saunas, which are very well attended. Cooling off directly in the harbor basin đ. We treat ourselves to another beer (âŹ9.75) from Norway's northernmost brewery and trudge back to the motorhome before the next rain.
After the day in the car we want to get some exercise. The rain is gone and the sun is even coming out now and then. You can walk into the city through the Ekeberg Sculpture Park. The architecture in the city is impressive. Most comparable to the Hafencity in Hamburg. The opera is the first goal, we don't get much further than that. We are impressed by the many floating saunas, which are very well attended. Cooling off directly in the harbor basin đ. We treat ourselves to another beer (âŹ9.75) from Norway's northernmost brewery and trudge back to the motorhome before the next rain.
After our tour on foot yesterday, we want to cycle through Oslo today. The first destination is Holmenkollen, the mecca of ski jumping in Norway. The journey there goes steadily uphill after the descent from Ekeberg and after two final bends we find ourselves in front of the large ski jump. Absolutely impressive đł. We skipped the opportunity to rush down the jump on a ZIP line due to the waiting time of over an hour. Instead we look at the biathlon stadium. I get to look through a biathlon rifle and notice that the targets are much smaller than they appear on television. A lot of respect for the athletes who are completely exhausted and clear the targets. We drive to the museum peninsula to get a different view of the city. Unfortunately, time doesn't allow a visit to the museum. This leaves a destination for the next visit to Oslo, especially since the Viking Museum is currently being renovated. With the first raindrops we arrived back at the campsite and didn't really leave our shell that evening.
After our tour on foot yesterday, we want to cycle through Oslo today. The first destination is Holmenkollen, the mecca of ski jumping in Norway. The journey there goes steadily uphill after the descent from Ekeberg and after two final bends we find ourselves in front of the large ski jump. Absolutely impressive đł. We skipped the opportunity to rush down the jump on a ZIP line due to the waiting time of over an hour. Instead we look at the biathlon stadium. I get to look through a biathlon rifle and notice that the targets are much smaller than they appear on television. A lot of respect for the athletes who are completely exhausted and clear the targets. We drive to the museum peninsula to get a different view of the city. Unfortunately, time doesn't allow a visit to the museum. This leaves a destination for the next visit to Oslo, especially since the Viking Museum is currently being renovated. With the first raindrops we arrived back at the campsite and didn't really leave our shell that evening.
Our short trip to Norway ends today and we head to the western archipelago coast of Sweden. On the way to our destination in Hunnebostrand we visit the Vitlycke Museum in Tanumshede (vitlyckemuseum.se) with the rock carvings from the Bronze Age and a small open-air museum. As I do on every tour, I buy a tea towel in the museum shop đ. The country road takes you to Hunnebostrand.
Our short trip to Norway ends today and we head to the western archipelago coast of Sweden. On the way to our destination in Hunnebostrand we visit the Vitlycke Museum in Tanumshede (vitlyckemuseum.se) with the rock carvings from the Bronze Age and a small open-air museum. As I do on every tour, I buy a tea towel in the museum shop đ. The country road takes you to Hunnebostrand.
On the way I get a message about paying for the campsite. Everything is problem-free and, above all, cashless đđ». We initially get stuck on the square, which also suffered from all the rain, and only get free again with a lot of difficulty. We are moving to a gravelled area and can get electricity from a Stuga. Another quick exploration of the town and then this day is over.
On the way I get a message about paying for the campsite. Everything is problem-free and, above all, cashless đđ». We initially get stuck on the square, which also suffered from all the rain, and only get free again with a lot of difficulty. We are moving to a gravelled area and can get electricity from a Stuga. Another quick exploration of the town and then this day is over.
Since we didn't have any luck with our fishing attempts, but want to eat fish at least once on our tour, we get salmon, smoked fish and a quiche with crabs from the local fishmonger (fiskaffaren.one) in the morning. Afterwards, a tour with the gravel bikes to Smögen is on the agenda. At first the sky is still overcast, but the later it gets, the more the sun comes out. First it goes along gravel paths to the coast, then along the main road to Smögen. A short stop (30 seconds) in the forest for orientation results in eight mosquito bites. Smögen itself is a very beautiful place, but also has a much more touristy feel than other places. We then head back along the coast to Hunnebostrand, of course not without picking up the chanterelles along the way. A delicious appetizer to go with the also very tasty fish. And what would a vacation by the sea be without jumping in at least once?
Since we didn't have any luck with our fishing attempts, but want to eat fish at least once on our tour, we get salmon, smoked fish and a quiche with crabs from the local fishmonger (fiskaffaren.one) in the morning. Afterwards, a tour with the gravel bikes to Smögen is on the agenda. At first the sky is still overcast, but the later it gets, the more the sun comes out. First it goes along gravel paths to the coast, then along the main road to Smögen. A short stop (30 seconds) in the forest for orientation results in eight mosquito bites. Smögen itself is a very beautiful place, but also has a much more touristy feel than other places. We then head back along the coast to Hunnebostrand, of course not without picking up the chanterelles along the way. A delicious appetizer to go with the also very tasty fish. And what would a vacation by the sea be without jumping in at least once?
August 17, 2023
The last full day in Sweden đą. We don't have any plans for today and we're packing our things in peace. A coffee before departure and then we head towards Halmstad. The motorway in front of Gothenburg is closed and so we drive towards the coast again, deviating from the actual detour. We find a nice place for a late breakfast and enjoy the peace and quiet. The rest of the journey to Halmstad goes smoothly.
August 17, 2023
The last full day in Sweden đą. We don't have any plans for today and we're packing our things in peace. A coffee before departure and then we head towards Halmstad. The motorway in front of Gothenburg is closed and so we drive towards the coast again, deviating from the actual detour. We find a nice place for a late breakfast and enjoy the peace and quiet. The rest of the journey to Halmstad goes smoothly.
Since the ferry leaves at 8:00 a.m. the next day, we park very close to the ferry pier in the harbor. There are also numerous anglers here and there are no prohibition signs. And so we enjoy the last evening in Sweden with a beautiful sunset.
Since the ferry leaves at 8:00 a.m. the next day, we park very close to the ferry pier in the harbor. There are also numerous anglers here and there are no prohibition signs. And so we enjoy the last evening in Sweden with a beautiful sunset.
Boarding at 7:00 a.m. goes quickly, no problems. There is a bit of stress with a Swede who, in Mallorca style, reserved an entire table with his jacket and spent two hours for breakfast. But we are relaxed and somehow it works. After a good four and a half hours we are in GrenÄ.
Boarding at 7:00 a.m. goes quickly, no problems. There is a bit of stress with a Swede who, in Mallorca style, reserved an entire table with his jacket and spent two hours for breakfast. But we are relaxed and somehow it works. After a good four and a half hours we are in GrenÄ.
The journey through Denmark is not so relaxed. Many construction sites and a lot of traffic do not allow for smooth driving. Only in Germany it is becoming less. We dispose of waste again in Bad Bramstedt at a very good supply and disposal station and refill the water supply. After all, we'll be free in Hamburg for the next two nights and then we'll be with four people đ.
The journey through Denmark is not so relaxed. Many construction sites and a lot of traffic do not allow for smooth driving. Only in Germany it is becoming less. We dispose of waste again in Bad Bramstedt at a very good supply and disposal station and refill the water supply. After all, we'll be free in Hamburg for the next two nights and then we'll be with four people đ.
August 18, 2023
Goodbye! Luca's girlfriend and my wife are in Hamburg almost at the same time as us. We were here last year for the Hamburg Cyclassics, in which we are all taking part this time.
August 18, 2023
Goodbye! Luca's girlfriend and my wife are in Hamburg almost at the same time as us. We were here last year for the Hamburg Cyclassics, in which we are all taking part this time.
There's not much on the agenda today. Collect your starting documents, wander around the city for a bit and take a leisurely ride through the hinterland of Hamburg.
There's not much on the agenda today. Collect your starting documents, wander around the city for a bit and take a leisurely ride through the hinterland of Hamburg.
I take the three of them to their start of the 60 km route at 7:30 a.m. The 100 km starts at 8:45 a.m. and after a good two and a quarter hours the finish in Mönkebergstrasse is reached. A quick race, it was a lot of fun again. Of course, the obligatory return trip through Hafencity (what has happened here again) shouldn't be missed either. Another quick shower in the motorhome and then off to home. The A7 is packed and we head home via Bremen and Sulingen.
I take the three of them to their start of the 60 km route at 7:30 a.m. The 100 km starts at 8:45 a.m. and after a good two and a quarter hours the finish in Mönkebergstrasse is reached. A quick race, it was a lot of fun again. Of course, the obligatory return trip through Hafencity (what has happened here again) shouldn't be missed either. Another quick shower in the motorhome and then off to home. The A7 is packed and we head home via Bremen and Sulingen.
That was it! After a good 2,600 km we are back home. A nice tour to Scandinavia, even if the weather could have been a little better. But definitely worth repeating, with new goals of course.
That was it! After a good 2,600 km we are back home. A nice tour to Scandinavia, even if the weather could have been a little better. But definitely worth repeating, with new goals of course.
Route
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- 54° 46' 16.7" N 9° 23' 42.7" E
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- 54° 46' 16.7" N 9° 23' 42.7" E
- 56.4072 10.9239
- 56° 24' 25.8" N 10° 55' 25.9" E
- 56.6539 12.856
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- 57° 55' 32.4" N 12° 51' 30.9" E
Nach der ersten Nacht in Schweden erkunden wir heute die Gegend. Vor gut 30 Jahren war ich schon einmal am SĂ€ven, von daher ist ein bisschen Ortskenntnis vorhanden. Auf den GravelrĂ€dern geht es dann durch den Wald zum Sandsjön, hier wollen wir spĂ€ter angeln. Alles sieht noch so aus wie vorher. Also wieder zurĂŒck zum Mobil, unterwegs noch ein paar Pfifferlinge einsammeln. Das Angeln ist dann leider nicht von Erfolg gekrönt. Aber egal, SpaĂ hat es trotzdem gemacht. Wir sind rechtzeitig vorm Regen wieder am Stellplatz, ab jetzt Dauerregen bis zum nĂ€chsten Vormittag.
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Heute mal mehr oder weniger trockenes Wetter. Wir wollen die Gegend mit den RĂ€dern erkunden und fahren durch die WĂ€lder in Richtung Osten. Kurz bevor wir wieder auf die HauptstraĂe kommen, steht eine Elchkuh auf dem Weg, verschwindet aber sehr schnell im GebĂŒsch. Egal, Elch đ« gesehen, alles gut. Dann geht es ĂŒber Gustav Adolf weiter in Richtung HauptstraĂe nach Hagfors. Wir finden noch reichlich Pfifferlinge, leider haben wir keine richtige Tasche, um alle Pilze mitzunehmen. Egal, es sind auch so schon genug fĂŒr uns zwei. Abends testen wir dann den DartstĂ€nder đŻ das erste Mal drauĂen. Klappt auch hier gut, die MĂŒcken đŠ stören ein wenig.
FĂŒr heute ist Sonnenschein angesagt und wir haben eine Kanutour auf dem KlarĂ€lven gebucht. Um kurz nach 11:00 Uhr werden wir vom vom Campingplatz nach FastnĂ€s gebracht und ab da dann per Kanu zurĂŒck. Leider hat der Fluss durch den vielen Regen in den Tagen vorher sehr viel Wasser, so dass man die ganzen SandbĂ€nke und Anlegestellen nicht sehen kann. Aber wollen wir ĂŒberhaupt anlegen? Ein kurzer Stop am Waldrand und sofort sind die MĂŒcken đŠ wieder da. Also schnell zurĂŒck in die Mitte des Flusses. Wir lassen uns gemĂŒtlich treiben, paddeln zwischendurch ein bisschen mit und sind nach gut drei Stunden wieder am Campingplatz. NatĂŒrlich nicht ohne kurz vor dem Ziel noch einen Regenschauer đ§ïžmitzunehmen đ. Alles in allem aber ein gelungener Tag.
Da wir bei unserem ersten Angelversuch am SĂ€ven kein GlĂŒck hatten, wollen wir heute noch einmal los. Ăber die iFiske-App suchen wir uns einen See raus, der auch mit dem Wohnmobil gut zu erreichen ist. Online noch die âFiskekortâ gekauft und los gehtâs. Wir angeln vom Land aus mit Spinner und Blinker, aber diesmal haben wir keinen Erfolg. Seiâs drum, der Spass steht im Vordergrund. Auf dem RĂŒckweg geht es dann zum VĂ€rmland Moose Park. Wir haben es uns etwas anders vorgestellt (im Prinzip ein kleiner Tierpark mit Elchen), aber es ist trotzdem ein tolles Erlebnis. Wir erfahren unheimlich viel ĂŒber diese schönen Tiere und dĂŒrfen sie auch mit Weiden- und Birkenzweigen fĂŒttern. Sehr interessant auch das Sozialverhalten der Tiere, mit ein paar Bewegungen der Ohren und des Kopfes dominiert die Elchkuh den Bullen. Fast wie im richtigen Leben đ. Mit einer Runde Darts endet unsere Zeit in Byns-Camping, morgen geht es nach Oslo.
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Nach dem Tag im Auto wollen wir uns noch ein wenig bewegen. Der Regen ist weg und die Sonne kommt sogar zwischendurch raus. Durch den Skulpturenpark Ekeberg geht es zu FuĂ in die Stadt. Die Architektur in der City ist beeindruckend. Am ehestens vergleichbar mit der Hafencity in Hamburg. Die Oper ist das erste Ziel, viel weiter kommen wir auch nicht. Wir sind beeindruckt von den von den vielen schwimmenden Saunen, die sehr gut besucht sind. AbkĂŒhlung direkt im Hafenbecken đ. wir gönne uns noch ein Bier (9,75 âŹ) aus der nördlichsten Brauerei Norwegens und trollen uns vor dem nĂ€chsten Regen wieder zurĂŒck zum Wohnmobil.
Nach unserer gestrigen Tour zu FuĂ wollen wir heute mit den RĂ€dern durch Oslo. Erstes Ziel ist der Holmenkollen, das Mekka des Skisprungs in Norwegen. Die Fahrt dorthin geht nach der Abfahrt vom Ekeberg stetig bergauf und nach zwei letzten Kehren stehen wir vor der groĂen Schanze. Absolut beeindruckend đł. Die Möglichkeit an einer ZIP-Line die Schanze runterzurauschen lassen wir auf Grund der Wartezeit von ĂŒber einer Stunde aus. Statt dessen schauen wir uns noch das Biathlon-Stadion an. Ich darf einmal durch ein Biathlongewehr schauen und muss feststellen, dass die Ziele doch viel kleiner sind als sie im Fernsehen wirken. Ganz groĂen Respekt vor den Sportler, die völlig ausgepumpt die Scheiben abrĂ€umen. Wir fahren noch zur Museumshalbinsel, um mal einen anderen Blick auf die Stadt zu bekommen. Leider lĂ€sst die Zeit keinen Museumsbesuch zu. So bleibt ein Ziel fĂŒr den nĂ€chsten Oslo-Besuch, zumal das Wikinger-Museum gerade umbebaut wird. Mit den ersten Regentropfen treffender wieder am Campingplatz ein und verlassen unser Schneckenhaus an dem Abend nicht mehr wirklich.
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Heute steht nicht viel auf dem Programm. Startunterlagen abholen, sich ein bisschen durch die Stadt treiben lassen und ein lockere Fahrtrunde durch das Hinterland von Hamburg.
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Travelogue
Departure promptly at 1:30 p.m. Because of the heavy traffic on the A2 and A7, we drive comfortably overland to Soltau. We also take the obligatory traffic jam in front of the Elbe tunnel and are at the motorhome parking lot at Citti Park in Flensburg around 7:30 p.m.
Departure promptly at 1:30 p.m. Because of the heavy traffic on the A2 and A7, we drive comfortably overland to Soltau. We also take the obligatory traffic jam in front of the Elbe tunnel and are at the motorhome parking lot at Citti Park in Flensburg around 7:30 p.m.
The place is completely overcrowded, but we still find a space in the car area. Not the nice way, but we want to move on tomorrow morning anyway. For dinner we went to the Taverna Omiros, within walking distance and the food was very tasty.
The place is completely overcrowded, but we still find a space in the car area. Not the nice way, but we want to move on tomorrow morning anyway. For dinner we went to the Taverna Omiros, within walking distance and the food was very tasty.
After the first night in Sweden we are exploring the area today. I was already at SÀven a good 30 years ago, so I have a bit of local knowledge. We then ride our gravel bikes through the forest to Sandsjön, where we want to go fishing later. Everything still looks the same as before. So go back to the mobile and collect a few chanterelles along the way. Unfortunately, the fishing was not successful. But whatever, it was still fun. We are back at the pitch in time for the rain, from now on it will be continuous rain until the next morning.
After the first night in Sweden we are exploring the area today. I was already at SÀven a good 30 years ago, so I have a bit of local knowledge. We then ride our gravel bikes through the forest to Sandsjön, where we want to go fishing later. Everything still looks the same as before. So go back to the mobile and collect a few chanterelles along the way. Unfortunately, the fishing was not successful. But whatever, it was still fun. We are back at the pitch in time for the rain, from now on it will be continuous rain until the next morning.
August 7, 2023
After a rainy night we leave this beautiful place early. In VÄrgÄrda we go to an ICA supermarket to replenish our supplies.
August 7, 2023
After a rainy night we leave this beautiful place early. In VÄrgÄrda we go to an ICA supermarket to replenish our supplies.
August 7th, 2023 afternoon
A very friendly greeting at reception. We are given various places to choose from, but unfortunately we almost get stuck on the sodden ground in the most beautiful place right by the sea.
August 7th, 2023 afternoon
A very friendly greeting at reception. We are given various places to choose from, but unfortunately we almost get stuck on the sodden ground in the most beautiful place right by the sea.
Aug 9, 2023
The rain has let up a bit and the things are packed up quickly. With a short stopover for shopping in Mariestad, we travel through a beautiful landscape with many lakes to VĂ€rmland. The population decreases significantly, forest and water dominate the journey.
Aug 9, 2023
The rain has let up a bit and the things are packed up quickly. With a short stopover for shopping in Mariestad, we travel through a beautiful landscape with many lakes to VĂ€rmland. The population decreases significantly, forest and water dominate the journey.
Aug 9, 2023
A very nice place, clean sanitary facilities and very friendly operators đđ».
Aug 9, 2023
A very nice place, clean sanitary facilities and very friendly operators đđ».
More or less dry weather today. We want to explore the area on bikes and ride through the forests towards the east. Shortly before we get back on the main road, there is a cow moose on the path, but she quickly disappears into the bushes. No matter, saw the moose đ«, everything was fine. Then we continue via Gustav Adolf towards the main road to Hagfors. We still find plenty of chanterelles, unfortunately we don't have a proper bag to take all the mushrooms with us. No matter, there are already enough for the two of us. In the evening we test the dart stand đŻ outside for the first time. Works well here too, the mosquitoes đŠ are a bit annoying.
More or less dry weather today. We want to explore the area on bikes and ride through the forests towards the east. Shortly before we get back on the main road, there is a cow moose on the path, but she quickly disappears into the bushes. No matter, saw the moose đ«, everything was fine. Then we continue via Gustav Adolf towards the main road to Hagfors. We still find plenty of chanterelles, unfortunately we don't have a proper bag to take all the mushrooms with us. No matter, there are already enough for the two of us. In the evening we test the dart stand đŻ outside for the first time. Works well here too, the mosquitoes đŠ are a bit annoying.
Sunshine is forecast for today and we have booked a canoe tour on the KlarĂ€lven. Shortly after 11:00 a.m. we are taken from the campsite to FastnĂ€s and from there we return by canoe. Unfortunately, due to all the rain in the previous days, the river has a lot of water, so you can't see all the sandbanks and jetties. But do we even want to invest? A quick stop at the edge of the forest and immediately the mosquitoes đŠ are back. So quickly get back to the middle of the river. We let ourselves drift along, paddled along a bit, and were back at the campsite after a good three hours. Of course not without taking a rain shower đ§ïž shortly before the finish đ. All in all, a successful day.
Sunshine is forecast for today and we have booked a canoe tour on the KlarĂ€lven. Shortly after 11:00 a.m. we are taken from the campsite to FastnĂ€s and from there we return by canoe. Unfortunately, due to all the rain in the previous days, the river has a lot of water, so you can't see all the sandbanks and jetties. But do we even want to invest? A quick stop at the edge of the forest and immediately the mosquitoes đŠ are back. So quickly get back to the middle of the river. We let ourselves drift along, paddled along a bit, and were back at the campsite after a good three hours. Of course not without taking a rain shower đ§ïž shortly before the finish đ. All in all, a successful day.
Since we had no luck on our first attempt at fishing on SĂ€ven, we want to go again today. We use the iFiske app to look for a lake that is easy to reach with a motorhome. Bought the âFiskekortâ online and off you go. We fished from land with spinners and spoons, but this time we had no success. Be that as it may, the focus is on fun. On the way back we go to VĂ€rmland Moose Park. We imagined it to be a little different (basically a small zoo with moose), but it's still a great experience. We learn a lot about these beautiful animals and are also allowed to feed them with willow and birch branches. The social behavior of the animals is also very interesting; with a few movements of the ears and head, the cow elk dominates the bull. Almost like in real life đ. Our time in Byns-Camping ends with a game of darts; tomorrow we head to Oslo.
Since we had no luck on our first attempt at fishing on SĂ€ven, we want to go again today. We use the iFiske app to look for a lake that is easy to reach with a motorhome. Bought the âFiskekortâ online and off you go. We fished from land with spinners and spoons, but this time we had no success. Be that as it may, the focus is on fun. On the way back we go to VĂ€rmland Moose Park. We imagined it to be a little different (basically a small zoo with moose), but it's still a great experience. We learn a lot about these beautiful animals and are also allowed to feed them with willow and birch branches. The social behavior of the animals is also very interesting; with a few movements of the ears and head, the cow elk dominates the bull. Almost like in real life đ. Our time in Byns-Camping ends with a game of darts; tomorrow we head to Oslo.
Today we continue to Oslo. Due to the storms in Norway, some roads are closed and we are not making any progress as quickly. We refuel shortly behind the border. Because the Norwegian krone exchange rate is favorable for us, diesel is even cheaper than in Germany.
Today we continue to Oslo. Due to the storms in Norway, some roads are closed and we are not making any progress as quickly. We refuel shortly behind the border. Because the Norwegian krone exchange rate is favorable for us, diesel is even cheaper than in Germany.
Getting to the campsite through Oslo and checking in at the campsite are easy. The place is quite soft due to all the rain, luckily we get a fairly straight place in the upper area. The sanitary building works like this. The showers are pretty dirty and the smell is reminiscent of a large motorway service station.
Getting to the campsite through Oslo and checking in at the campsite are easy. The place is quite soft due to all the rain, luckily we get a fairly straight place in the upper area. The sanitary building works like this. The showers are pretty dirty and the smell is reminiscent of a large motorway service station.
After the day in the car we want to get some exercise. The rain is gone and the sun is even coming out now and then. You can walk into the city through the Ekeberg Sculpture Park. The architecture in the city is impressive. Most comparable to the Hafencity in Hamburg. The opera is the first goal, we don't get much further than that. We are impressed by the many floating saunas, which are very well attended. Cooling off directly in the harbor basin đ. We treat ourselves to another beer (âŹ9.75) from Norway's northernmost brewery and trudge back to the motorhome before the next rain.
After the day in the car we want to get some exercise. The rain is gone and the sun is even coming out now and then. You can walk into the city through the Ekeberg Sculpture Park. The architecture in the city is impressive. Most comparable to the Hafencity in Hamburg. The opera is the first goal, we don't get much further than that. We are impressed by the many floating saunas, which are very well attended. Cooling off directly in the harbor basin đ. We treat ourselves to another beer (âŹ9.75) from Norway's northernmost brewery and trudge back to the motorhome before the next rain.
After our tour on foot yesterday, we want to cycle through Oslo today. The first destination is Holmenkollen, the mecca of ski jumping in Norway. The journey there goes steadily uphill after the descent from Ekeberg and after two final bends we find ourselves in front of the large ski jump. Absolutely impressive đł. We skipped the opportunity to rush down the jump on a ZIP line due to the waiting time of over an hour. Instead we look at the biathlon stadium. I get to look through a biathlon rifle and notice that the targets are much smaller than they appear on television. A lot of respect for the athletes who are completely exhausted and clear the targets. We drive to the museum peninsula to get a different view of the city. Unfortunately, time doesn't allow a visit to the museum. This leaves a destination for the next visit to Oslo, especially since the Viking Museum is currently being renovated. With the first raindrops we arrived back at the campsite and didn't really leave our shell that evening.
After our tour on foot yesterday, we want to cycle through Oslo today. The first destination is Holmenkollen, the mecca of ski jumping in Norway. The journey there goes steadily uphill after the descent from Ekeberg and after two final bends we find ourselves in front of the large ski jump. Absolutely impressive đł. We skipped the opportunity to rush down the jump on a ZIP line due to the waiting time of over an hour. Instead we look at the biathlon stadium. I get to look through a biathlon rifle and notice that the targets are much smaller than they appear on television. A lot of respect for the athletes who are completely exhausted and clear the targets. We drive to the museum peninsula to get a different view of the city. Unfortunately, time doesn't allow a visit to the museum. This leaves a destination for the next visit to Oslo, especially since the Viking Museum is currently being renovated. With the first raindrops we arrived back at the campsite and didn't really leave our shell that evening.
Our short trip to Norway ends today and we head to the western archipelago coast of Sweden. On the way to our destination in Hunnebostrand we visit the Vitlycke Museum in Tanumshede (vitlyckemuseum.se) with the rock carvings from the Bronze Age and a small open-air museum. As I do on every tour, I buy a tea towel in the museum shop đ. The country road takes you to Hunnebostrand.
Our short trip to Norway ends today and we head to the western archipelago coast of Sweden. On the way to our destination in Hunnebostrand we visit the Vitlycke Museum in Tanumshede (vitlyckemuseum.se) with the rock carvings from the Bronze Age and a small open-air museum. As I do on every tour, I buy a tea towel in the museum shop đ. The country road takes you to Hunnebostrand.
On the way I get a message about paying for the campsite. Everything is problem-free and, above all, cashless đđ». We initially get stuck on the square, which also suffered from all the rain, and only get free again with a lot of difficulty. We are moving to a gravelled area and can get electricity from a Stuga. Another quick exploration of the town and then this day is over.
On the way I get a message about paying for the campsite. Everything is problem-free and, above all, cashless đđ». We initially get stuck on the square, which also suffered from all the rain, and only get free again with a lot of difficulty. We are moving to a gravelled area and can get electricity from a Stuga. Another quick exploration of the town and then this day is over.
Since we didn't have any luck with our fishing attempts, but want to eat fish at least once on our tour, we get salmon, smoked fish and a quiche with crabs from the local fishmonger (fiskaffaren.one) in the morning. Afterwards, a tour with the gravel bikes to Smögen is on the agenda. At first the sky is still overcast, but the later it gets, the more the sun comes out. First it goes along gravel paths to the coast, then along the main road to Smögen. A short stop (30 seconds) in the forest for orientation results in eight mosquito bites. Smögen itself is a very beautiful place, but also has a much more touristy feel than other places. We then head back along the coast to Hunnebostrand, of course not without picking up the chanterelles along the way. A delicious appetizer to go with the also very tasty fish. And what would a vacation by the sea be without jumping in at least once?
Since we didn't have any luck with our fishing attempts, but want to eat fish at least once on our tour, we get salmon, smoked fish and a quiche with crabs from the local fishmonger (fiskaffaren.one) in the morning. Afterwards, a tour with the gravel bikes to Smögen is on the agenda. At first the sky is still overcast, but the later it gets, the more the sun comes out. First it goes along gravel paths to the coast, then along the main road to Smögen. A short stop (30 seconds) in the forest for orientation results in eight mosquito bites. Smögen itself is a very beautiful place, but also has a much more touristy feel than other places. We then head back along the coast to Hunnebostrand, of course not without picking up the chanterelles along the way. A delicious appetizer to go with the also very tasty fish. And what would a vacation by the sea be without jumping in at least once?
August 17, 2023
The last full day in Sweden đą. We don't have any plans for today and we're packing our things in peace. A coffee before departure and then we head towards Halmstad. The motorway in front of Gothenburg is closed and so we drive towards the coast again, deviating from the actual detour. We find a nice place for a late breakfast and enjoy the peace and quiet. The rest of the journey to Halmstad goes smoothly.
August 17, 2023
The last full day in Sweden đą. We don't have any plans for today and we're packing our things in peace. A coffee before departure and then we head towards Halmstad. The motorway in front of Gothenburg is closed and so we drive towards the coast again, deviating from the actual detour. We find a nice place for a late breakfast and enjoy the peace and quiet. The rest of the journey to Halmstad goes smoothly.
Since the ferry leaves at 8:00 a.m. the next day, we park very close to the ferry pier in the harbor. There are also numerous anglers here and there are no prohibition signs. And so we enjoy the last evening in Sweden with a beautiful sunset.
Since the ferry leaves at 8:00 a.m. the next day, we park very close to the ferry pier in the harbor. There are also numerous anglers here and there are no prohibition signs. And so we enjoy the last evening in Sweden with a beautiful sunset.
Boarding at 7:00 a.m. goes quickly, no problems. There is a bit of stress with a Swede who, in Mallorca style, reserved an entire table with his jacket and spent two hours for breakfast. But we are relaxed and somehow it works. After a good four and a half hours we are in GrenÄ.
Boarding at 7:00 a.m. goes quickly, no problems. There is a bit of stress with a Swede who, in Mallorca style, reserved an entire table with his jacket and spent two hours for breakfast. But we are relaxed and somehow it works. After a good four and a half hours we are in GrenÄ.
The journey through Denmark is not so relaxed. Many construction sites and a lot of traffic do not allow for smooth driving. Only in Germany it is becoming less. We dispose of waste again in Bad Bramstedt at a very good supply and disposal station and refill the water supply. After all, we'll be free in Hamburg for the next two nights and then we'll be with four people đ.
The journey through Denmark is not so relaxed. Many construction sites and a lot of traffic do not allow for smooth driving. Only in Germany it is becoming less. We dispose of waste again in Bad Bramstedt at a very good supply and disposal station and refill the water supply. After all, we'll be free in Hamburg for the next two nights and then we'll be with four people đ.
August 18, 2023
Goodbye! Luca's girlfriend and my wife are in Hamburg almost at the same time as us. We were here last year for the Hamburg Cyclassics, in which we are all taking part this time.
August 18, 2023
Goodbye! Luca's girlfriend and my wife are in Hamburg almost at the same time as us. We were here last year for the Hamburg Cyclassics, in which we are all taking part this time.
There's not much on the agenda today. Collect your starting documents, wander around the city for a bit and take a leisurely ride through the hinterland of Hamburg.
There's not much on the agenda today. Collect your starting documents, wander around the city for a bit and take a leisurely ride through the hinterland of Hamburg.
I take the three of them to their start of the 60 km route at 7:30 a.m. The 100 km starts at 8:45 a.m. and after a good two and a quarter hours the finish in Mönkebergstrasse is reached. A quick race, it was a lot of fun again. Of course, the obligatory return trip through Hafencity (what has happened here again) shouldn't be missed either. Another quick shower in the motorhome and then off to home. The A7 is packed and we head home via Bremen and Sulingen.
I take the three of them to their start of the 60 km route at 7:30 a.m. The 100 km starts at 8:45 a.m. and after a good two and a quarter hours the finish in Mönkebergstrasse is reached. A quick race, it was a lot of fun again. Of course, the obligatory return trip through Hafencity (what has happened here again) shouldn't be missed either. Another quick shower in the motorhome and then off to home. The A7 is packed and we head home via Bremen and Sulingen.
That was it! After a good 2,600 km we are back home. A nice tour to Scandinavia, even if the weather could have been a little better. But definitely worth repeating, with new goals of course.
That was it! After a good 2,600 km we are back home. A nice tour to Scandinavia, even if the weather could have been a little better. But definitely worth repeating, with new goals of course.
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