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Elba, Corsica and France
Travelogue
On the way on vacation the grandchildren are looked after ;.).
On the way on vacation the grandchildren are looked after ;.).
Now things really get going with a small start (12 km). The travel friends come from Cologne and the parking spot is a good meeting point near the motorway. Of course, you could also have spent time in the thermal baths. The parking spot is OK, slightly downhill.
Now things really get going with a small start (12 km). The travel friends come from Cologne and the parking spot is a good meeting point near the motorway. Of course, you could also have spent time in the thermal baths. The parking spot is OK, slightly downhill.
One of many campsites on Lake Lugano. Not cheap, but all in the area cost the same. Sanitary facilities etc. were OK. In the suburb there was an Aldi and 3-4 restaurants. The steak restaurant was very good, but not cheap (SFR)
One of many campsites on Lake Lugano. Not cheap, but all in the area cost the same. Sanitary facilities etc. were OK. In the suburb there was an Aldi and 3-4 restaurants. The steak restaurant was very good, but not cheap (SFR)
Nice campsite on the way to Elba. Beach about 10 minutes walk away. Nice shady spots with electricity. Ferry to Elba is also about 15 minutes away.
Nice campsite on the way to Elba. Beach about 10 minutes walk away. Nice shady spots with electricity. Ferry to Elba is also about 15 minutes away.
The ferry from Piombino to Portoferraio takes about 1 hour and offers a beautiful view of the north side of the island
The ferry from Piombino to Portoferraio takes about 1 hour and offers a beautiful view of the north side of the island
Nice campsite right on the beach. 90% Swiss, 10% German, 1 family from Italy. Autumn holidays. The prices in the restaurants were OK, campsite quite expensive.
Nice campsite right on the beach. 90% Swiss, 10% German, 1 family from Italy. Autumn holidays. The prices in the restaurants were OK, campsite quite expensive.
I initially chose a mountain bike tour in Komoot that was supposed to be "moderately difficult". But it was too narrow and had a drop. I went to Campolieveri instead.
I initially chose a mountain bike tour in Komoot that was supposed to be "moderately difficult". But it was too narrow and had a drop. I went to Campolieveri instead.
Time used to re-plan something
Tried it the day before yesterday as a mountain bike tour, but it was much better than a hiking trail. Very beautiful views and lots of flora. You could collect oregano, rosemary, allspice, sage and other fresh herbs. The weather held until the evening.
Tried it the day before yesterday as a mountain bike tour, but it was much better than a hiking trail. Very beautiful views and lots of flora. You could collect oregano, rosemary, allspice, sage and other fresh herbs. The weather held until the evening.
October 17th. The first campsites are closing. Due to the weather forecast, many Swiss people have left in the last few days. It was already cloudy, but still 22 degrees. Many people were still in the water, but the locals everywhere are getting ready to roll up the sidewalks soon ;-).
October 17th. The first campsites are closing. Due to the weather forecast, many Swiss people have left in the last few days. It was already cloudy, but still 22 degrees. Many people were still in the water, but the locals everywhere are getting ready to roll up the sidewalks soon ;-).
The weather was nice again. So I took the opportunity and cycled to Porto Azzuro and Portoferraio. Unfortunately, when I arrived, Napoleon's villa was already closed (9am-1.30pm). My app tried to guide me on a sometimes adventurous return route, but I arrived safely.
The weather was nice again. So I took the opportunity and cycled to Porto Azzuro and Portoferraio. Unfortunately, when I arrived, Napoleon's villa was already closed (9am-1.30pm). My app tried to guide me on a sometimes adventurous return route, but I arrived safely.
I found out that Moby Lines and Toremar are the same. I booked Moby Lines and spent a long time looking for the right berth 😬. I also had to drive backwards onto it.
I found out that Moby Lines and Toremar are the same. I booked Moby Lines and spent a long time looking for the right berth 😬. I also had to drive backwards onto it.
The weather was very modest, but the lake was quite calm.
Currently free, from June to September 15th there is a fee. I'm still alone, but there are lots of people walking their dogs. It's quiet and only 15 minutes from the harbor.
Currently free, from June to September 15th there is a fee. I'm still alone, but there are lots of people walking their dogs. It's quiet and only 15 minutes from the harbor.
Large parking lot behind the train station. Free on Sundays. Did a quick sightseeing tour of the city and then drove the beautiful, winding road to Patrimonio.
Large parking lot behind the train station. Free on Sundays. Did a quick sightseeing tour of the city and then drove the beautiful, winding road to Patrimonio.
FP parking space, fairly simple restaurant. The views on the drive there were beautiful though. There was also a rally of old Ferraris on the way.
FP parking space, fairly simple restaurant. The views on the drive there were beautiful though. There was also a rally of old Ferraris on the way.
Nice little place, I just drove through.
Nice little place, I just drove through.
Only one via waypoint.
Only one via waypoint.
My satnav had sent me on a bit of a rogue journey. I was very happy that only 2-3 cars came towards me. With a larger motorhome it would have been a nightmare! But the view was really great.
My satnav had sent me on a bit of a rogue journey. I was very happy that only 2-3 cars came towards me. With a larger motorhome it would have been a nightmare! But the view was really great.
It was a bit difficult to find with the satnav/Google Maps, as the bridge has a different name than the town. I wandered around for a long time and took a very exciting detour before I found this attraction. It should have been just to the right of the T20 before the river.
It was a bit difficult to find with the satnav/Google Maps, as the bridge has a different name than the town. I wandered around for a long time and took a very exciting detour before I found this attraction. It should have been just to the right of the T20 before the river.
Interesting, lively town in the center of Corsica. Spent the night at a quaint campsite close to the town.
Interesting, lively town in the center of Corsica. Spent the night at a quaint campsite close to the town.
In Aléria the campsites are already closed and so is the beach bar. I have a direct view of the sea. The police weren't interested in me. Great place. In the evening there were 5-6 other motorhomes on the site. In the town there is an E.Leclerc where you can also buy Corsican specialties. Unfortunately the surrounding wineries also seemed to be closed.
In Aléria the campsites are already closed and so is the beach bar. I have a direct view of the sea. The police weren't interested in me. Great place. In the evening there were 5-6 other motorhomes on the site. In the town there is an E.Leclerc where you can also buy Corsican specialties. Unfortunately the surrounding wineries also seemed to be closed.
Lots of old stones and an interesting museum. Here you can learn about the long history of Corsica. I rode there from the parking lot on my e-bike
Lots of old stones and an interesting museum. Here you can learn about the long history of Corsica. I rode there from the parking lot on my e-bike
The restaurant on site was supposed to be very good. Unfortunately it was already closed. The site was quite empty and some of the toilet blocks were already closed. Beautiful bays and clear water.
The restaurant on site was supposed to be very good. Unfortunately it was already closed. The site was quite empty and some of the toilet blocks were already closed. Beautiful bays and clear water.
I was a bit late and skipped Porto-Vecchio because according to ADAC and Google Maps there wasn't really anything worth seeing there. The free parking spot was a great, quiet, free spot. But you should eat a burger and drink a couple of beers, which wasn't difficult for me. From here you can go hiking and visit the city by e-bike.
I was a bit late and skipped Porto-Vecchio because according to ADAC and Google Maps there wasn't really anything worth seeing there. The free parking spot was a great, quiet, free spot. But you should eat a burger and drink a couple of beers, which wasn't difficult for me. From here you can go hiking and visit the city by e-bike.
I “drove down” on my e-bike. I really liked the city. Well worth seeing: lively, lots of cafes, a castle, restaurants, winding streets and interesting buildings. Everything I like
I “drove down” on my e-bike. I really liked the city. Well worth seeing: lively, lots of cafes, a castle, restaurants, winding streets and interesting buildings. Everything I like
Originally wanted to stay here, but had overlooked the fact that they have been closed since mid-September.
Originally wanted to stay here, but had overlooked the fact that they have been closed since mid-September.
Three prehistoric stone piles, one would have to ask oneself how people back then managed to place a 15 ton stone in one pile.
The 2-3 km tour was scenic but not particularly physically demanding.
I had considered spending the night at the parking lot, but I drove on because it was quite early in the day.
Three prehistoric stone piles, one would have to ask oneself how people back then managed to place a 15 ton stone in one pile.
The 2-3 km tour was scenic but not particularly physically demanding.
I had considered spending the night at the parking lot, but I drove on because it was quite early in the day.
The archaeological museum revealed a lot about the long history of Corsica. Unfortunately, the explanations were only in Corsican or French. Google Translate helped. The town itself was quite grey until the sun came out. Very nice views of the mountains and sea.
The archaeological museum revealed a lot about the long history of Corsica. Unfortunately, the explanations were only in Corsican or French. Google Translate helped. The town itself was quite grey until the sun came out. Very nice views of the mountains and sea.
With France Passion, the first night was free. I then decided to take a "rest day" here and do some hiking in the area, as I've been driving quite a lot up to now.
The area is very spacious. Due to the time of year, I was pretty much alone (2-3 other campervans, space for > 100) and ate and slept well...
With France Passion, the first night was free. I then decided to take a "rest day" here and do some hiking in the area, as I've been driving quite a lot up to now.
The area is very spacious. Due to the time of year, I was pretty much alone (2-3 other campervans, space for > 100) and ate and slept well...
Since the weather and the surroundings were nice, I stayed another day. I went on a very long hike. Unfortunately, it was too long. A nice Corsican drove me the last 6 km back to the campsite. Since I walked over 17 km, I rewarded myself with a meal in a restaurant instead of cooking myself.
Since the weather and the surroundings were nice, I stayed another day. I went on a very long hike. Unfortunately, it was too long. A nice Corsican drove me the last 6 km back to the campsite. Since I walked over 17 km, I rewarded myself with a meal in a restaurant instead of cooking myself.
There was a severe thunderstorm with heavy rain early in the morning.
There was a severe thunderstorm with heavy rain early in the morning.
Further historical excavations. The 1200 year old olive tree was interesting.
Further historical excavations. The 1200 year old olive tree was interesting.
Olive oil producer. Unfortunately everything was already sold out and there was nothing to try, but I was allowed to stand there for free. Very quiet and a great night sky.
Olive oil producer. Unfortunately everything was already sold out and there was nothing to try, but I was allowed to stand there for free. Very quiet and a great night sky.
Actually wanted to spend the night at the campsite. Unfortunately it was closed despite information to the contrary.
Actually wanted to spend the night at the campsite. Unfortunately it was closed despite information to the contrary.
Parking bay on the beach from Park4Night. The night wasn't very quiet, but I slept well anyway. The next day we took the ferry to Toulon, so the journey home began.
Parking bay on the beach from Park4Night. The night wasn't very quiet, but I slept well anyway. The next day we took the ferry to Toulon, so the journey home began.
I just remembered that Napoleon was born in Corsica. You can visit his parents' house, but it was closed on Mondays, of course. But there is a lot to see. I cycled into town on my e-bike from the car park. In addition to the ferry, Ajaccio is also a port for cruise ships.
I just remembered that Napoleon was born in Corsica. You can visit his parents' house, but it was closed on Mondays, of course. But there is a lot to see. I cycled into town on my e-bike from the car park. In addition to the ferry, Ajaccio is also a port for cruise ships.
Yesterday I visited pretty much all the sights in Ajaccio. I wasn't interested in seeing the inside of Napoleon's birthplace. I did some "office work" and planned the rest of my week of travel in a little more detail.
I decided to use the day for a bit of practical work. After 3 weeks there was some laundry to do, etc.
Yesterday I visited pretty much all the sights in Ajaccio. I wasn't interested in seeing the inside of Napoleon's birthplace. I did some "office work" and planned the rest of my week of travel in a little more detail.
I decided to use the day for a bit of practical work. After 3 weeks there was some laundry to do, etc.
In Toulon I filled up "cheaply" (about €0.10 cheaper than on Corsica and Elba.
In Toulon I filled up "cheaply" (about €0.10 cheaper than on Corsica and Elba.
A very interesting city! Unfortunately some of the sights were closed for renovations. But it was still beautiful. The Musée Granet alone is worth a visit.
A very interesting city! Unfortunately some of the sights were closed for renovations. But it was still beautiful. The Musée Granet alone is worth a visit.
Both campsites in Aix-en-Provence were closed. I could have stayed in the car park, but it would have been very noisy, so I decided to move to a nearby FP parking space.
The journey was beautiful, but led through several roads where > 3.5t were prohibited. The wine was very tasty....
Both campsites in Aix-en-Provence were closed. I could have stayed in the car park, but it would have been very noisy, so I decided to move to a nearby FP parking space.
The journey was beautiful, but led through several roads where > 3.5t were prohibited. The wine was very tasty....
On the national roads you always see many great places and great views that are not mentioned in the travel guide.
On the national roads you always see many great places and great views that are not mentioned in the travel guide.
Noble olive oil mill that supposedly produces the best olive oil in the world. Had to pick up olive oil for a good friend.
Noble olive oil mill that supposedly produces the best olive oil in the world. Had to pick up olive oil for a good friend.
Interesting little town. I wanted to find a place to visit on the way to the next parking spot. It was worth it. The synagogue is the oldest active synagogue in France; since 1354. Apart from the restaurants, pretty much everything was closed at lunchtime, so I had lunch here. The church was also impressive...
There was also a free public toilet at the train station parking lot where I could empty my toilet (urine container).
Interesting little town. I wanted to find a place to visit on the way to the next parking spot. It was worth it. The synagogue is the oldest active synagogue in France; since 1354. Apart from the restaurants, pretty much everything was closed at lunchtime, so I had lunch here. The church was also impressive...
There was also a free public toilet at the train station parking lot where I could empty my toilet (urine container).
FP parking space with very good organic wines. I was here in May and have now picked up more.
FP parking space with very good organic wines. I was here in May and have now picked up more.
Drove past the day before on the way to the overnight spot and took a photo today as a stopover. You could have also spent the night here in the parking lot.
The winegrowers' college in Burg is very well known in France.
Drove past the day before on the way to the overnight spot and took a photo today as a stopover. You could have also spent the night here in the parking lot.
The winegrowers' college in Burg is very well known in France.
As already mentioned, I was always surprised by ruins, castles and fortresses along the winding roads.
As already mentioned, I was always surprised by ruins, castles and fortresses along the winding roads.
This herbal liqueur has been distilled by monks for centuries.
This herbal liqueur has been distilled by monks for centuries.
My favorite restaurant. I try to include it on every trip to France.
My favorite restaurant. I try to include it on every trip to France.
I have adjusted my travel plans a little. I postponed Dijon until tomorrow and instead visited some of the many medieval towns in Burgundy.
I have adjusted my travel plans a little. I postponed Dijon until tomorrow and instead visited some of the many medieval towns in Burgundy.
Next place…
Next place…
And the next…
And the next…
Also very tasty wines.
Also very tasty wines.
The Park4Night car park was a good starting point for sightseeing in the city, but I didn't feel comfortable staying there overnight. Instead, I drove a little further and stopped at a nearby camping car park.
Dijon was very impressive and, although it was a very hazy day, very beautiful. It would certainly be beautiful around Christmas time too.
The Park4Night car park was a good starting point for sightseeing in the city, but I didn't feel comfortable staying there overnight. Instead, I drove a little further and stopped at a nearby camping car park.
Dijon was very impressive and, although it was a very hazy day, very beautiful. It would certainly be beautiful around Christmas time too.
Good starting position for tomorrow.
Good starting position for tomorrow.
The campsite closed yesterday until next year. But I called and was allowed to stay overnight for free. I didn't look for other pitches because the campsite is very central.
The campsite closed yesterday until next year. But I called and was allowed to stay overnight for free. I didn't look for other pitches because the campsite is very central.
Great medieval castle town, almost comparable to Carcassonne. Unfortunately the weather wasn't that great. I could get a positive impression, but not an optimal one.
Great medieval castle town, almost comparable to Carcassonne. Unfortunately the weather wasn't that great. I could get a positive impression, but not an optimal one.
After it was hazy and overcast all day yesterday, I woke up to sunshine today! Did a quick walk around again.
After it was hazy and overcast all day yesterday, I woke up to sunshine today! Did a quick walk around again.
There was no disposal point at the closed campsite. On my walk around I saw a disposal point sign. When I drove there I discovered a nice parking spot. It would have been OK and not far from the city center. It's actually also in Park4Night...
There was no disposal point at the closed campsite. On my walk around I saw a disposal point sign. When I drove there I discovered a nice parking spot. It would have been OK and not far from the city center. It's actually also in Park4Night...
Landvergnügen organic farm/restaurant. After the many France Passion pitches, now a Landvergnügen pitch 😀 . Tomorrow we'll go shopping and then babysit in Freiburg again.
Landvergnügen organic farm/restaurant. After the many France Passion pitches, now a Landvergnügen pitch 😀 . Tomorrow we'll go shopping and then babysit in Freiburg again.
A babysitter is also needed on the way back.
A babysitter is also needed on the way back.
Back home!
Route
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Die Fähre von Piombino nach Portoferraio dauert ca. 1 Stunde und bietet eine schöne Ansicht der Nordseite der Insel
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Habe zunächst eine MTB-Tour in Komoot ausgesucht, Sollte „miielschwer“ sein. War aber zu schmal und mit einem Abgrund. Bin stattdessen nach Campolieveri.
Zeit genutzt um etwas umzuplanen
Vorgestern als MTB Tour probiert, war doch viel besser als Wanderweg zu geniessen. Sehr schöne Aussichten und viele Flora. Man könnte Oregano, Rosmarin, Piment, Salbei und weitere frische Kräuter einsammeln. Wetter hat bis Abends gehalten.
17. Oktober. Erste Campingplätze machen dicht. Aufgrund der Wettervorhersagen sind viele Schweizer in den letzten Tagen abgereist. Es war schon bewölkt, aber immer noch 22 Grad. Viele Menschen waren noch im Wasser, aber überall bereiten sich die Einheimischen darauf, die Bürgersteige bald hochzuklappen ;-).
Wetter war wieder schön. Also Chance genutzt und bin nach Porto Azzuro und Portoferraio geradelt. Leider als ich ankam hatte Napoleons Villa schon zugehabt (9-13:30). Mein App versuchte mich auf teilweise abenteuerliche Rückwege zu führen, bin aber heil wieder angekommen.
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Habe erfahren, dass Moby Lines und Toremar gleich sind. Hatte Moby Lines gebucht, lange nach der korrekten Anlegestelle gesucht 😬. Musste auch Rückwärts drauf fahren.
Wetter war sehr bescheidend, aber der See war recht ruhig.
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Viele alte Steine und ein interessantes Museum. Hier kann man sich über die lange Geschichte von Korsika informieren. Bin von Parkplatz aus mit dem E-bike hingefahren
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Bin mit dem E-Bike “runter gefahren”. Die Stadt hat mir sehr gut gefallen. Sehr sehenswert: lebendig, Viele Cafés, ein Burg, Restaurants, verwinkelte Gassen und interessante Bauwerke. Alles was mir so gefällt
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Da das Wetter und die Umgebung schön war, bin ich einen weiteren Tag geblieben. Habe eine sehr lange Wanderung gemacht. War leider zu lang. Bin von einen netten Korsin die letzten 6 Km zurück zum CP gefahren worden. Da ich über 17 Km gelaufen bin, habe mich mit einem Essen im Restaurant belohnt, statt selber zu kochen
Es hat am frühen Morgen ein schweres Gewitter mit starken Regen gegeben.
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Habe erst jetzt mich erinnert, dass Napoleon auf Korsika geboren wurde. Sein Elternhaus kann man besuchen, war Montags natürlich geschlossen. Es gibt aber schon viel zu sehen. Von dem Parkplatz bin ich mit dem E-Bike in die Stadt geradelt. Neben die Fähre ist Ajaccio auch einen Anfahrtshafen für Kreutzfahrschiffe.
Habe gestern ziemlich alle Sehenswürdigkeiten in Ajaccio besucht. Das Geburtshaus von Napoleon von Innen anzusehen hatte mich nicht gereizt. Habe “Büroarbeiten” erledigt und die verbleibende Reisewoche etwas detaillierter geplant.
Habe entschieden den Tag ein bißschen für praktische Tätigkeiten zu nutzen. Nach 3 Wochen gab‘s etwas an Wäsche zu waschen, usw.
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In Toulon habe ich "billig" getankt (ca. 0,10 € billiger als auf Koriska und Elba.
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Auf die Nationalstrassen sieht man immer wieder viele tolle, nicht im Reiseführerstehenden unbekannten Orte und tolle Aussichten.
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Wie schon erwähnt, würde ich immer wieder entlang der kurvenreichen Strassen von Ruine, Schlösser und Burgen überrascht.
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Tolle mittelalterliche Burgstadt, fast mit Carcassonne vergleichbar. Leider war das Wetter nicht so toll. Ich könnte einen positiven Eindruck gewinnen, aber nicht einen Optimalen.
Nachdem es gestern den ganzen Tag diesig und bedeckt war, bin ich heute zur Sonne aufgeweckt! Habe eine schnelle Rundgang noch mal gemacht.
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Travelogue
On the way on vacation the grandchildren are looked after ;.).
On the way on vacation the grandchildren are looked after ;.).
Now things really get going with a small start (12 km). The travel friends come from Cologne and the parking spot is a good meeting point near the motorway. Of course, you could also have spent time in the thermal baths. The parking spot is OK, slightly downhill.
Now things really get going with a small start (12 km). The travel friends come from Cologne and the parking spot is a good meeting point near the motorway. Of course, you could also have spent time in the thermal baths. The parking spot is OK, slightly downhill.
One of many campsites on Lake Lugano. Not cheap, but all in the area cost the same. Sanitary facilities etc. were OK. In the suburb there was an Aldi and 3-4 restaurants. The steak restaurant was very good, but not cheap (SFR)
One of many campsites on Lake Lugano. Not cheap, but all in the area cost the same. Sanitary facilities etc. were OK. In the suburb there was an Aldi and 3-4 restaurants. The steak restaurant was very good, but not cheap (SFR)
Nice campsite on the way to Elba. Beach about 10 minutes walk away. Nice shady spots with electricity. Ferry to Elba is also about 15 minutes away.
Nice campsite on the way to Elba. Beach about 10 minutes walk away. Nice shady spots with electricity. Ferry to Elba is also about 15 minutes away.
The ferry from Piombino to Portoferraio takes about 1 hour and offers a beautiful view of the north side of the island
The ferry from Piombino to Portoferraio takes about 1 hour and offers a beautiful view of the north side of the island
Nice campsite right on the beach. 90% Swiss, 10% German, 1 family from Italy. Autumn holidays. The prices in the restaurants were OK, campsite quite expensive.
Nice campsite right on the beach. 90% Swiss, 10% German, 1 family from Italy. Autumn holidays. The prices in the restaurants were OK, campsite quite expensive.
I initially chose a mountain bike tour in Komoot that was supposed to be "moderately difficult". But it was too narrow and had a drop. I went to Campolieveri instead.
I initially chose a mountain bike tour in Komoot that was supposed to be "moderately difficult". But it was too narrow and had a drop. I went to Campolieveri instead.
Time used to re-plan something
Tried it the day before yesterday as a mountain bike tour, but it was much better than a hiking trail. Very beautiful views and lots of flora. You could collect oregano, rosemary, allspice, sage and other fresh herbs. The weather held until the evening.
Tried it the day before yesterday as a mountain bike tour, but it was much better than a hiking trail. Very beautiful views and lots of flora. You could collect oregano, rosemary, allspice, sage and other fresh herbs. The weather held until the evening.
October 17th. The first campsites are closing. Due to the weather forecast, many Swiss people have left in the last few days. It was already cloudy, but still 22 degrees. Many people were still in the water, but the locals everywhere are getting ready to roll up the sidewalks soon ;-).
October 17th. The first campsites are closing. Due to the weather forecast, many Swiss people have left in the last few days. It was already cloudy, but still 22 degrees. Many people were still in the water, but the locals everywhere are getting ready to roll up the sidewalks soon ;-).
The weather was nice again. So I took the opportunity and cycled to Porto Azzuro and Portoferraio. Unfortunately, when I arrived, Napoleon's villa was already closed (9am-1.30pm). My app tried to guide me on a sometimes adventurous return route, but I arrived safely.
The weather was nice again. So I took the opportunity and cycled to Porto Azzuro and Portoferraio. Unfortunately, when I arrived, Napoleon's villa was already closed (9am-1.30pm). My app tried to guide me on a sometimes adventurous return route, but I arrived safely.
I found out that Moby Lines and Toremar are the same. I booked Moby Lines and spent a long time looking for the right berth 😬. I also had to drive backwards onto it.
I found out that Moby Lines and Toremar are the same. I booked Moby Lines and spent a long time looking for the right berth 😬. I also had to drive backwards onto it.
The weather was very modest, but the lake was quite calm.
Currently free, from June to September 15th there is a fee. I'm still alone, but there are lots of people walking their dogs. It's quiet and only 15 minutes from the harbor.
Currently free, from June to September 15th there is a fee. I'm still alone, but there are lots of people walking their dogs. It's quiet and only 15 minutes from the harbor.
Large parking lot behind the train station. Free on Sundays. Did a quick sightseeing tour of the city and then drove the beautiful, winding road to Patrimonio.
Large parking lot behind the train station. Free on Sundays. Did a quick sightseeing tour of the city and then drove the beautiful, winding road to Patrimonio.
FP parking space, fairly simple restaurant. The views on the drive there were beautiful though. There was also a rally of old Ferraris on the way.
FP parking space, fairly simple restaurant. The views on the drive there were beautiful though. There was also a rally of old Ferraris on the way.
Nice little place, I just drove through.
Nice little place, I just drove through.
Only one via waypoint.
Only one via waypoint.
My satnav had sent me on a bit of a rogue journey. I was very happy that only 2-3 cars came towards me. With a larger motorhome it would have been a nightmare! But the view was really great.
My satnav had sent me on a bit of a rogue journey. I was very happy that only 2-3 cars came towards me. With a larger motorhome it would have been a nightmare! But the view was really great.
It was a bit difficult to find with the satnav/Google Maps, as the bridge has a different name than the town. I wandered around for a long time and took a very exciting detour before I found this attraction. It should have been just to the right of the T20 before the river.
It was a bit difficult to find with the satnav/Google Maps, as the bridge has a different name than the town. I wandered around for a long time and took a very exciting detour before I found this attraction. It should have been just to the right of the T20 before the river.
Interesting, lively town in the center of Corsica. Spent the night at a quaint campsite close to the town.
Interesting, lively town in the center of Corsica. Spent the night at a quaint campsite close to the town.
In Aléria the campsites are already closed and so is the beach bar. I have a direct view of the sea. The police weren't interested in me. Great place. In the evening there were 5-6 other motorhomes on the site. In the town there is an E.Leclerc where you can also buy Corsican specialties. Unfortunately the surrounding wineries also seemed to be closed.
In Aléria the campsites are already closed and so is the beach bar. I have a direct view of the sea. The police weren't interested in me. Great place. In the evening there were 5-6 other motorhomes on the site. In the town there is an E.Leclerc where you can also buy Corsican specialties. Unfortunately the surrounding wineries also seemed to be closed.
Lots of old stones and an interesting museum. Here you can learn about the long history of Corsica. I rode there from the parking lot on my e-bike
Lots of old stones and an interesting museum. Here you can learn about the long history of Corsica. I rode there from the parking lot on my e-bike
The restaurant on site was supposed to be very good. Unfortunately it was already closed. The site was quite empty and some of the toilet blocks were already closed. Beautiful bays and clear water.
The restaurant on site was supposed to be very good. Unfortunately it was already closed. The site was quite empty and some of the toilet blocks were already closed. Beautiful bays and clear water.
I was a bit late and skipped Porto-Vecchio because according to ADAC and Google Maps there wasn't really anything worth seeing there. The free parking spot was a great, quiet, free spot. But you should eat a burger and drink a couple of beers, which wasn't difficult for me. From here you can go hiking and visit the city by e-bike.
I was a bit late and skipped Porto-Vecchio because according to ADAC and Google Maps there wasn't really anything worth seeing there. The free parking spot was a great, quiet, free spot. But you should eat a burger and drink a couple of beers, which wasn't difficult for me. From here you can go hiking and visit the city by e-bike.
I “drove down” on my e-bike. I really liked the city. Well worth seeing: lively, lots of cafes, a castle, restaurants, winding streets and interesting buildings. Everything I like
I “drove down” on my e-bike. I really liked the city. Well worth seeing: lively, lots of cafes, a castle, restaurants, winding streets and interesting buildings. Everything I like
Originally wanted to stay here, but had overlooked the fact that they have been closed since mid-September.
Originally wanted to stay here, but had overlooked the fact that they have been closed since mid-September.
Three prehistoric stone piles, one would have to ask oneself how people back then managed to place a 15 ton stone in one pile.
The 2-3 km tour was scenic but not particularly physically demanding.
I had considered spending the night at the parking lot, but I drove on because it was quite early in the day.
Three prehistoric stone piles, one would have to ask oneself how people back then managed to place a 15 ton stone in one pile.
The 2-3 km tour was scenic but not particularly physically demanding.
I had considered spending the night at the parking lot, but I drove on because it was quite early in the day.
The archaeological museum revealed a lot about the long history of Corsica. Unfortunately, the explanations were only in Corsican or French. Google Translate helped. The town itself was quite grey until the sun came out. Very nice views of the mountains and sea.
The archaeological museum revealed a lot about the long history of Corsica. Unfortunately, the explanations were only in Corsican or French. Google Translate helped. The town itself was quite grey until the sun came out. Very nice views of the mountains and sea.
With France Passion, the first night was free. I then decided to take a "rest day" here and do some hiking in the area, as I've been driving quite a lot up to now.
The area is very spacious. Due to the time of year, I was pretty much alone (2-3 other campervans, space for > 100) and ate and slept well...
With France Passion, the first night was free. I then decided to take a "rest day" here and do some hiking in the area, as I've been driving quite a lot up to now.
The area is very spacious. Due to the time of year, I was pretty much alone (2-3 other campervans, space for > 100) and ate and slept well...
Since the weather and the surroundings were nice, I stayed another day. I went on a very long hike. Unfortunately, it was too long. A nice Corsican drove me the last 6 km back to the campsite. Since I walked over 17 km, I rewarded myself with a meal in a restaurant instead of cooking myself.
Since the weather and the surroundings were nice, I stayed another day. I went on a very long hike. Unfortunately, it was too long. A nice Corsican drove me the last 6 km back to the campsite. Since I walked over 17 km, I rewarded myself with a meal in a restaurant instead of cooking myself.
There was a severe thunderstorm with heavy rain early in the morning.
There was a severe thunderstorm with heavy rain early in the morning.
Further historical excavations. The 1200 year old olive tree was interesting.
Further historical excavations. The 1200 year old olive tree was interesting.
Olive oil producer. Unfortunately everything was already sold out and there was nothing to try, but I was allowed to stand there for free. Very quiet and a great night sky.
Olive oil producer. Unfortunately everything was already sold out and there was nothing to try, but I was allowed to stand there for free. Very quiet and a great night sky.
Actually wanted to spend the night at the campsite. Unfortunately it was closed despite information to the contrary.
Actually wanted to spend the night at the campsite. Unfortunately it was closed despite information to the contrary.
Parking bay on the beach from Park4Night. The night wasn't very quiet, but I slept well anyway. The next day we took the ferry to Toulon, so the journey home began.
Parking bay on the beach from Park4Night. The night wasn't very quiet, but I slept well anyway. The next day we took the ferry to Toulon, so the journey home began.
I just remembered that Napoleon was born in Corsica. You can visit his parents' house, but it was closed on Mondays, of course. But there is a lot to see. I cycled into town on my e-bike from the car park. In addition to the ferry, Ajaccio is also a port for cruise ships.
I just remembered that Napoleon was born in Corsica. You can visit his parents' house, but it was closed on Mondays, of course. But there is a lot to see. I cycled into town on my e-bike from the car park. In addition to the ferry, Ajaccio is also a port for cruise ships.
Yesterday I visited pretty much all the sights in Ajaccio. I wasn't interested in seeing the inside of Napoleon's birthplace. I did some "office work" and planned the rest of my week of travel in a little more detail.
I decided to use the day for a bit of practical work. After 3 weeks there was some laundry to do, etc.
Yesterday I visited pretty much all the sights in Ajaccio. I wasn't interested in seeing the inside of Napoleon's birthplace. I did some "office work" and planned the rest of my week of travel in a little more detail.
I decided to use the day for a bit of practical work. After 3 weeks there was some laundry to do, etc.
In Toulon I filled up "cheaply" (about €0.10 cheaper than on Corsica and Elba.
In Toulon I filled up "cheaply" (about €0.10 cheaper than on Corsica and Elba.
A very interesting city! Unfortunately some of the sights were closed for renovations. But it was still beautiful. The Musée Granet alone is worth a visit.
A very interesting city! Unfortunately some of the sights were closed for renovations. But it was still beautiful. The Musée Granet alone is worth a visit.
Both campsites in Aix-en-Provence were closed. I could have stayed in the car park, but it would have been very noisy, so I decided to move to a nearby FP parking space.
The journey was beautiful, but led through several roads where > 3.5t were prohibited. The wine was very tasty....
Both campsites in Aix-en-Provence were closed. I could have stayed in the car park, but it would have been very noisy, so I decided to move to a nearby FP parking space.
The journey was beautiful, but led through several roads where > 3.5t were prohibited. The wine was very tasty....
On the national roads you always see many great places and great views that are not mentioned in the travel guide.
On the national roads you always see many great places and great views that are not mentioned in the travel guide.
Noble olive oil mill that supposedly produces the best olive oil in the world. Had to pick up olive oil for a good friend.
Noble olive oil mill that supposedly produces the best olive oil in the world. Had to pick up olive oil for a good friend.
Interesting little town. I wanted to find a place to visit on the way to the next parking spot. It was worth it. The synagogue is the oldest active synagogue in France; since 1354. Apart from the restaurants, pretty much everything was closed at lunchtime, so I had lunch here. The church was also impressive...
There was also a free public toilet at the train station parking lot where I could empty my toilet (urine container).
Interesting little town. I wanted to find a place to visit on the way to the next parking spot. It was worth it. The synagogue is the oldest active synagogue in France; since 1354. Apart from the restaurants, pretty much everything was closed at lunchtime, so I had lunch here. The church was also impressive...
There was also a free public toilet at the train station parking lot where I could empty my toilet (urine container).
FP parking space with very good organic wines. I was here in May and have now picked up more.
FP parking space with very good organic wines. I was here in May and have now picked up more.
Drove past the day before on the way to the overnight spot and took a photo today as a stopover. You could have also spent the night here in the parking lot.
The winegrowers' college in Burg is very well known in France.
Drove past the day before on the way to the overnight spot and took a photo today as a stopover. You could have also spent the night here in the parking lot.
The winegrowers' college in Burg is very well known in France.
As already mentioned, I was always surprised by ruins, castles and fortresses along the winding roads.
As already mentioned, I was always surprised by ruins, castles and fortresses along the winding roads.
This herbal liqueur has been distilled by monks for centuries.
This herbal liqueur has been distilled by monks for centuries.
My favorite restaurant. I try to include it on every trip to France.
My favorite restaurant. I try to include it on every trip to France.
I have adjusted my travel plans a little. I postponed Dijon until tomorrow and instead visited some of the many medieval towns in Burgundy.
I have adjusted my travel plans a little. I postponed Dijon until tomorrow and instead visited some of the many medieval towns in Burgundy.
Next place…
Next place…
And the next…
And the next…
Also very tasty wines.
Also very tasty wines.
The Park4Night car park was a good starting point for sightseeing in the city, but I didn't feel comfortable staying there overnight. Instead, I drove a little further and stopped at a nearby camping car park.
Dijon was very impressive and, although it was a very hazy day, very beautiful. It would certainly be beautiful around Christmas time too.
The Park4Night car park was a good starting point for sightseeing in the city, but I didn't feel comfortable staying there overnight. Instead, I drove a little further and stopped at a nearby camping car park.
Dijon was very impressive and, although it was a very hazy day, very beautiful. It would certainly be beautiful around Christmas time too.
Good starting position for tomorrow.
Good starting position for tomorrow.
The campsite closed yesterday until next year. But I called and was allowed to stay overnight for free. I didn't look for other pitches because the campsite is very central.
The campsite closed yesterday until next year. But I called and was allowed to stay overnight for free. I didn't look for other pitches because the campsite is very central.
Great medieval castle town, almost comparable to Carcassonne. Unfortunately the weather wasn't that great. I could get a positive impression, but not an optimal one.
Great medieval castle town, almost comparable to Carcassonne. Unfortunately the weather wasn't that great. I could get a positive impression, but not an optimal one.
After it was hazy and overcast all day yesterday, I woke up to sunshine today! Did a quick walk around again.
After it was hazy and overcast all day yesterday, I woke up to sunshine today! Did a quick walk around again.
There was no disposal point at the closed campsite. On my walk around I saw a disposal point sign. When I drove there I discovered a nice parking spot. It would have been OK and not far from the city center. It's actually also in Park4Night...
There was no disposal point at the closed campsite. On my walk around I saw a disposal point sign. When I drove there I discovered a nice parking spot. It would have been OK and not far from the city center. It's actually also in Park4Night...
Landvergnügen organic farm/restaurant. After the many France Passion pitches, now a Landvergnügen pitch 😀 . Tomorrow we'll go shopping and then babysit in Freiburg again.
Landvergnügen organic farm/restaurant. After the many France Passion pitches, now a Landvergnügen pitch 😀 . Tomorrow we'll go shopping and then babysit in Freiburg again.
A babysitter is also needed on the way back.
A babysitter is also needed on the way back.
Back home!
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Gute Fahrt und viele neue Eindrücke!