Day 6 found us looking at a day of inclement weather, (to say the least). A band of showers was coming in from France and it was not to be outrun. We got an early start and hit the road/bike path/orchard tractor path.
The serious rain really didn't start until the afternoon and after stopping a few times to 'wait it out', we realized this wasn't something to 'wait out' but rather continue on to Bolzano. Although cold and windy, we powered through and arrived at our hotel around 3pm. What we did discover is that the 'waterproof' pants and jackets we were wearing weren't that waterproof, but when you get wet slowly and you are focused on getting to your destination, getting soaked to the bone is a destination-surprise. But, still 48km, (30 miles)
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| No pictures today, I didn't bring my waterproof camera. |
Still, beautiful country to see, the further south we go the fewer apple orchards and more vineyards. Also, the more Italian and the less Austrian in feel and sound.
Scot included a two-day 'layover' in Bolzano. Nice move Scot, especially after a day of biking in the rain. Day 7 saw us on a gondola and train to ascend to Collalboo. The pictures below best detail what we saw. After living for over 30 years in the Sierra Nevada, I think the Dolomites compete well.
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The Pinnacles. Eroded sandstone some with rocks teetering on top.
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Wow, that looks amazing. I bet there is some great skiing up in those mountains. We should take a winter trip out to investigate :)
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