Who let the bikes out …

Kranjska Gora was almost asleep as we left at 8.15am, a few at bars but very empty, given that there is a big cycling event today … but it starts at 11am, maybe people are laying low.

A perfect day, the mountains are shining with no cloud cover, a lovely blue sky.

It’s not long before we cross the border into Italy and signage for the Alpe Adria Radweg, an old railway with lots of history.

A little extra today as we go off the trail to Lago di Fusine a bit of a climb, I stay away so can’t hear any grumbling for the rear as he walks … all was rewarded when we see the lower lake, pristine waters with the backdrop of the mountains … a little further on the upper lake equally idyllic.  It would have been nice to spend some time hiking around here.

Back on track, through the valley,  mountains and forest.  It’s a Saturday and I’ve never seen so many cyclists out on a bike path, unsure if there is an cycle event, or is it the perfect autumn weather bringing everyone out.  It’s a mix of groups and families today in both directions, seriously hundreds. The path is well signposted and an excellent surface … it’s no wonder there are heaps out today. It’s a very easy ride today, mainly dowhill.

We follow the valley and mountains to the tiny village of Pontebba … the bars are full of cyclists … oops maybe we could have stayed only one night. I’m sure we will find something to do tomorrow.