Discover Puglia’s Charm When it comes to beautiful landscapes and charming atmosphere, the Puglia region of Italy, also known as “Apulia,” doesn’t disappoint. With a varying terrain and pleasant climate, Puglia is the perfect place to hop on your bike and enjoy a leisurely ride. Then, when you’re ready to rest there are plenty of...Read More
Why the Pros Train in Spain – The 3 C’s If you ask any cycling enthusiast where the best place to train is, the overwhelming response is likely to be Spain. Sure, there are certainly plenty of other places that offer good opportunity to train, yet even with so many other choices, Spain still remains...Read More
Catalonia’s Hidden Jems Located in the beautiful northeast section of Spain, with France, Andorra, Aragon, Valencia, and the breathtaking Mediterranean Sea as its borders, the towns of Catalonia are some of the world’s most diverse and beautiful destinations to bike. Perhaps this is due to the area’s rich history, culture, and friendly atmosphere. Or, perhaps...Read More
Cycling the Danube The mighty Danube River has been given the nickname “the river that connects Europe”, and for good reason. This incredible body of water winds its way through 10 different European countries, weaving a variety of cultures and breathtaking landscapes together like a beautiful tapestry. One of the best ways to experience the...Read More
5 Reasons to Cycle Dordogne Located toward the southwest corner of France, Dordogne is known worldwide for its beautiful countryside, mild weather and medieval villages packed with ancient castles. In fact, there are over a thousand castles in this region alone; lending a historical and mysterious feel to the entire area. Cyclists consider Dordogne...Read More
Pure Adventures Self-Guided Travel, Your Way! February 2012 The spectacular Hungarian scenery is one of the highlights featured on our new 4 Countries of Old Europe Cycling Tours. Cycle through Czech, Hungary, Austria and Slovakia in 8 days! 5 Reasons to Cycle Belgium Set amidst a beautiful landscape of rolling green pastures and...Read More
The Soldiers are Here Located in Ypres, Belgium, the Menin Gate Memorial is a WWI monument that commemorates the tens of thousands of fallen British and Commonwealth soldiers who were killed in the Ypres Salient and whose graves are sadly still unknown. The beautifully designed monument stands proudly at the eastern exit of the town...Read More
Why Belgium ?… Why not? Set amidst a beautiful landscape of rolling green pastures and lush gardens, and home to ancient castles, gourmet dining and endless carnivals filled with music and excitement, Belgium offers a little bit of everything to welcome travelers. This progressive little country has found a way to brilliantly combine its ancient...Read More
Tuscany’s Monastery Founded in the year 1319, the Abbey of Monte Oliveto Maggiore is a large Benedictine monastery located in the beautiful Italian region of Tuscany. Its distinct red brick buildings offer an interesting contrast to the muted grey landscape of the Crete Senesi, meaning “Siennese clays”, for which Tuscany has become known. The Abbey...Read More
Vienna to Prague Greenways Multisport The Greenways is a designated corridor of 100-year-old hiking trails stretching for 250 miles from Vienna to Prague along the Dyje River in Southern Moravia and the Vltava River Valley in Southern and Central Bohemia. It connects beautiful countryside with cultural monuments, historic towns and villages with restored castles and...Read More
