Waiting for the Road to Open
1:29 PM
So, four hours of walking without getting a lift. All the drivers
North Cape to southern Italy
The E1 Trail is a long-distance European hiking route running from Nordkapp in northern Norway to Sicily in southern Italy. Spanning over 7,000 kilometers, it links Arctic tundra, forests, farmland, alpine terrain, and Mediterranean landscapes. Rather than a single marked path, the E1 connects existing national trails, offering hikers a unique journey through Europe’s diverse nature, cultures, and history from north to south.
Sunday Closures
11:34 AM
Sunday. Once again, everything is closed. Yes, the church is open, and
Midsummer Silence
1:58 PM
The hotel looks nice and well taken care of. With a lovely
Killing Time Indoors
4:06 PM
6:00 AM—some stomping around and cyclists pacing back and forth
Another Day Waiting
10:09 AM
Slept well last night. Woke up often, but that’s normal for
When Walking Hurts
11:49 AM
Still, every morning I struggle with the backpack. Usually it’s because
Blisters and Wind
7:55 AM
That was a rough night. Storming and freezing rain. A few times
No Filter, No Choice
1:40 PM
Breakfast at 8:00 AM, then straight to the shop to look
Zero Day
11:57 AM
Today is a zero day. A bit of work and answering emails.
White All Around
10:05 AM
Awake at 4:00 AM? It’s light out. We can leave—
First Steps North
11:10 AM
Everything packed this morning. Quick shower, breakfast, pack the box, and get
Final Gear Choices
8:04 AM
What do I take with me and what do I send back?