Ready for my solo bike ride from Switzerland to Italy (S3 P2:E1)

I can hardly contain my excitement as on Monday 3rd July 2023 my latest adventure begins during the second part of my third season (S3 part2): an epic bike ride from beautiful Geneva in Switzerland to enchanting Rome in Italy. The trip will take 10 cycling days, during which I will cover 1500 km and a whole mountain of altimeters. It's the next challenge on my global cycling adventure.

Cycling Adventure 15 (CA15) is my path of personal growth with which I want to inspire people to develop their own path of personal growth in this rapidly changing world.

First a look back at a fantastic cycling adventure in Southeast Asia at the beginning of this year

Before I look ahead to my upcoming trip, I would like to take a moment to reflect on my last solo cycling adventure in South East Asia. It was an incredible experience that greatly expanded my world view. I was able to taste the local culture and customs, meet cool people, push my limits and cross breathtaking landscapes. My blog post about this adventure you can here .

Sufficient training ensures a more 'relaxed' atmosphere during the heavier stages.

To prepare for my latest challenge, I have been training intensively for the past few months. I am extremely grateful for the guidance of Thiago, my wonderful coach, who helped me take my physical fitness to the next level. His expertise and motivation really made the difference, and I am very grateful to him for that.

In preparation for this trip I participated in several cycling races. These competitions have given me the opportunity to hone my skills and increase my stamina.

One of the reasons I'm so looking forward to this cycling trip is the fact that I finally don't have to talk for a while. I love socializing, but sometimes it's wonderful to just be in my own thoughts and let the world pass by around me. On the bike I can completely immerse myself in the moment, enjoy the beauty of the surroundings and let my mind relax.

I am sure that this trip to Rome will strengthen me both physically and mentally. I will certainly suffer, find myself and reach new heights. It's a journey I approach with heart and soul and I can't wait to experience what lies ahead. I post my first story after five cycling days during the rest day in Florence and then I post another story upon arrival in Rome.

I invite you to follow me on my blog, where I will share my experiences, adventures and challenges. I will try to give you a glimpse of the beauty of the landscapes I traverse and the special encounters I will have along the way.

Thank you for your support and encouragement during my cycling adventures. It means a lot to me and motivates me to keep going. Let's go on this new adventure together and explore the world on two wheels!

From Monday 03/07/23 to Thursday 13/07/23 the route of S3 (part 2) is Europe – Switzerland/Italy here to follow live.