We left Innsbruck somewhat reluctantly, one of the nicest spots we have visited. A picturesque town ringed by magnificent scenery with great accommodation.
A couple of Kiwi bike tourers we met in our accommodation farewelled us with the thought that we may meet up again in Salzburg where they were heading but via a different route (we'll see what happens).
In front of Nepomuk's Backpackers
We put up nearly ninety kms on the bikes, once more following the Inn River. If the days scenery was in Australia your camera could run hot but after Italy, the Alps and the south Tyrol that day just slotted in as another revelation.
Entering Kufstein - very impressive 12th century fortress on the hill
That night we camped in Kufstein right next to a small airport. Turns out that Kufstein is a significant centre for gliding. As we cooked our evening meal (risotto) we had a great view of the gliders catching the huge thermals that rise off the massive surrounding mountains .
The town was not somewhere we had aimed for but just popped up at the right time of day. On the way in we noted its quaint streets and magnificent castle sitting on its own crag on the edge of town and decided a visit would be in order next morning.
A couple of drinks at the local finished a quiet but sucessful days bike touring.
It looks just breathtaking . The country you have been in for the last week is totally The Sound of Music……. just beautiful, can you believe what you are seeing????
ReplyDeleteYou have been very fortunate indeed with some of the places you have happened on.
and what a bonus to catch a glimpse of some local culture in action.
Trace, glad to see you are keeping your energy levels up with all those cake stops!!
OK you’re now 6 weeks on the bike, no one as mentioned the obvious, those bike niks must be doing a grand job!!! Come on guys, how are your posteriors going! Trace, I’ll be seeking your advice when I buy a new pair.
GPS map looking very impressive!
You’ll be very pleased its raining here, sounds beautiful on the roof. Has been on and off for about 4 days now.
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