Hi.....................TJ left for Iceland so I headed south for some new riding and on my way to my assignation with the ferry to the UK.
The area round Bergen is a mass of fjords. Beautiful riding even in poor weather which has been an everyday factor. Dont think, just put on the wet weather gear.
However it brings the hills alive with waterfalls. They cascade off the cliffs in every direction. It is a splendid place to ride.
It is interesting that the Norwegians when asked happily tell you their worst problem is the cost of living. "It is so expensive". Thats for them, they earn income but for a tourist it is very very expensive.
The good side is that there is unlikely to be a better place to ride for pure scenic beauty.
So I rode East then south again fjords, the inevitable ferry across the fjord and then the climb out over the top at 1400m above sea level. Cold and wet, but unforgettable.
The valleys widen as the south coast nears but these wonderfull grey rock walls and waterfalls are everywhere.
I will see if I can get some pictures that reflect todays ride, a ferry, a split waterfall by the road, (yes thats water not snow) and a village with a huge backdrop.
nzl04
