Just yesterday that I was thinking about what to do this summer and if I can go somewhere now that finally there are fewer restrictions in my country, these photos have emerged that I had stored in the hardisk.

so I wanted to share them with you not only to share the photos I took this summer but also to share the experience I had on this island that I think is worth visiting at least once in a lifetime.

I still remember that I took a fast hydrofoil from Naples without booking, usually there are two / three in the morning and within 20 minutes I arrived on the island, then to reach the center of Capri I took the funicular otherwise yes you can use a taxi but the cost goes up significantly.

What I recommend from my experience is to go to Capri in the spring or at the end of summer not only for a matter of heat which in any case is never so excessive but for a matter of crowding of people because in the high season the island is very busy and so it becomes really difficult to shoot it in peace.

is what I also recommend is to take a tour around the island, perhaps for the more experienced it is more convenient to rent a boat or take advantage of the many excursions that the island offers.

There is the possibility to visit the famous blue grotto where you can only enter with rowing boats and when there is high season and you can also wait several hours but the beauty is also to go around the square and here too the prices are quite enough. high precisely because Capri tends to attract a medium-high clientele so in restaurants and bars you will certainly find a menu that is not suitable for all budgets.

In the famous square you will also find many shops of famous brands in the world but nearby there is also a beautiful museum called the Caprese center Ignazio Cerius where at a cost of only 3 euros you can visit a beautiful museum where all the finds are kept archaeological sites that have been found on the island over the years.

I hope I have been able to give you as much information as possible for a future visit to the island of Capri.

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Memories of this summer: the island of Capri

Just yesterday that I was thinking about what to do this summer and if I can go somewhere now that finally there are fewer restrictions in...

Memories of this summer: the island of Capri

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Where is Montecchio Maggiore

Today I would like to talk to you about the famous castles of Montecchio Maggiore in the province of Vicenza.

The story of Romeo and Juliet is one of the events that are deeply rooted in the collective imagination, also leaving the literary sphere, the story of love between two young people belonging to rival families, the all-encompassing dreamy character of the sentiment, its clash with the harsh adverse reality is on the tragic end.

It has never been possible to understand if this story is true or if it is a legend anyway in Montecchio Maggiore according to the poet Luigi da Porto there were the castles of these two families, which is why today I will tell you about Juliet's while tomorrow I will write an article on that of Romeo.

entrance to the castleentrance to the castle

the bellaguardia castle is called Giulietta's castle and rises at an altitude of about 250 meters, at a distance of about 300 meters from the other castle that we will see in the next article, it is moved towards that part of the village of Montecchio historically called the "cost" is not a large building but a modest building to defend a tower from a previous era which is built in a manner similar to that of the keep.

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As soon as you enter the castle there is a large courtyard which in recent years has been used as an outdoor bar, turning right there is a staircase that takes us to the panoramic terrace above the restaurant because in recent years this castle has become a restaurant where banquets are organized and weddings are celebrated.

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From the panoramic terrace you can have a 360 ° view of the entire Chiampo valley and it is clear from here that the castle had to perform exclusively military functions, but was abandoned when it passed under the Republic of Venice and the castle remained in a state of neglect until to the execution of the first restorations in the 1930s.

Romeo’s castleRomeo's castle

As you can see, you can see Romeo's castle very well Unfortunately I was unable to enter the restaurant because I found it closed but inside you can find the Scenes from the story of Romeo and Juliet painted.

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the advice if you are in those parts that in addition to visiting the castle you go to eat in this restaurant because it is really worth it I have already tested it several times and I must say that it prepares excellent dishes.

Thanks to everyone who took the time to read my article tomorrow the one about Romeo's castle will come out.

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Juliet's castle in Montecchio Maggiore (Vicenza)

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Juliet's castle in Montecchio Maggiore (Vicenza)

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The Soave Castle is located in the province of Verona and is considered one of the most important castles in the whole of Veneto

Although I live nearby it had been several years since I hadn't visited it, I think my last visit was when I was still 15, now I'm almost 40 so it's been enough time.

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The castle was built in 1379 by the will of cansignorio della Scala, naturally over the years it passed from hand to various families, when unfortunately in 1500 it was set on fire at the end of the Republic of Venice, but then it was bought by an important noble family of the area and let's say that towards at the end of 1800 it was recovered to bring it to its ancient splendor and still be open to visitors today.

You enter from a small entrance that has been created in the walls because the main entrance is almost always closed and it is the one where we find the drawbridge.

You immediately enter the large courtyard but inside there are two, the first where there are also the remains of a small church, and the second which leads to the main building.

staircase leading to the keep tower

In the second courtyard where there is the staircase to climb the walkway that leads to the keep tower that served as a prison, there is the house of the captain who was the one who directed the castle and took care of the defense of the valley.

Unfortunately, for issues related to covid-19, it is no longer possible to enter this house which housed the original furnishings of the time and the ancient armor that have come down to our days.

keep tower

It is right to say a few words about the use of this keep tower which, in addition to serving as a prison, unfortunately, those condemned to death were thrown down from above.

In fact, under the base of the tower many skeletons of people were found, so its function was not only to offer a sighting point of view, but also an instrument of death.

the visit lasts about an hour is a fairly small building so in a short time you can make this visit I also recommend you to visit the Borgo di Soave which is located at the foot of this castle in fact there is a beautiful walk that starts from Borgo and go up to the castle I leave you below the video I made a few months ago.

As usual I hope that this article has made you discover a new place in my wonderful Italy and that maybe one day you can visit it in person follow me because I will surely let you discover other places.

Thank you for taking the time to read.

I leave you this information to reach Soave by car from Milan take the A4 motorway and there is the Soave exit.

By train, the nearest railway station is San Bonifacio, then it is possible to reach Soave by bus because it is approximately 5 km away.

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Visit to the Soave Castle (Verona) - Italy

The Soave Castle is located in the province of Verona and is considered one of the most important castles in the whole of Veneto Although ...

Visit to the Soave Castle (Verona) - Italy

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The views from this camping are amazing!My home in Toblach for just 14 EURO shower included Capucino 2.3 EUR + apfelstrudel 4.5 EUR

Indeed the coffee helped with the return plan. As I was looking at the map and to that strudel and back to the map I noticed that I actually made it close to the Austrian border, which now explains how good the strudel was.

Day 7 planning

While sipping at my coffee and admiring the scenery a train just passed by and suddenly all made sense to me. I said to myself that is no point of continuing touring into Austria just for a day considering I still need to return to Italy the following day and catch the train back to Verona to return the rented bike, which for sure will take me some time in transit. So instead, I decided to relax, ordered a second coffee and just checked the surrounding area on the map for a while. Doing so I discovered a lake nearby with lots of reviews and another camping near it which all inspired me to change camp and go there to discover the beautiful nature around me for my last day of bike touring on EuroVelo 7 this year.

Camping Olympia was great

Let me show you around.

Mini market on siteClean bathroom and showersIs that a dishwasher? I need one of these back home :) badlyNo excuse to stink while touring (4 EUR washing + 4 EUR drier)

Indeed camping Olympia is a 4* camping considering all the facilities, services offered, cleanliness, prices and location. I liked it here and would recommend it to all my fellow travellers in transit.

Look at them, Dolomites are fantastic

Now let's get closer to them, shall we?

Junction point properly signposted

Here, there is a junction of two routes: EuroVelo 7 (Sun Route) which I followed so far and Munich-Venice route which traverses the Dolomites. Will take the Venice route south towards the Toblacher See which is just couple of km away.

Happy to discover Toblacher See with you, it's so beautiful up here

Camping Toblacher See is perfectly situated near the lake and offers everything you would expect from a modern camping for a fair price of 25 EUR/day, stunning views included.

Camping mapSet up camp quickly and went exploring this amazing placeThe bathroom by the way

I propose a walk around the lake first.

Pristine stream flowing to the lakeInteresting to watch this trout fishermanDolomites...can just stare at them all dayA few happy cowsZen spot

Considering it was still early, around noon when I finished the lake tour and impressed by the beautiful nature around me, I decided to explore the area a bit further upstream towards those magnificent mountains in the back.

No cruising speed today, just slow exploration and enjoymentWe are on Cortina d'Ampezzo bike route, let's go furtherOMGThis is amazing!Look at that!The monumental trio "The Three Peaks" 2857-2999-2973 mInteresting history to read about on these panelsThe once Dolomites Railway is what I'm riding my bike on todayDurrensee (Lago di Landro)Same wheel different times

It started raining soon after I arrived at Lago di Landro, so I began searching for a place to take shelter and noticed a restaurant just across the road that seemed like the perfect spot to be right now.

And it surely was considering I also had a fabulous lunch while waiting for the rain to stop.

Had this local tyrolean dish which was just perfectGot served a rainbow for desert :)Monte Cristallo (3,221 m)

The new refreshed atmosphere and those mountains in the distance kept calling me to get closer which is exactly what I did after lunch when the sun came out.

Here at the border of Trentino-South TyrolI with Veneto I decided to stop my exploration and head back to the camping cause it was getting late. I’ll definitely return to cycle in the Dolomites one day – it's a must-do.

Monte Cristallo in the evening light

Here the scenery is always changing based on the weather and time of the day.

And back, just in time to catch the sunset over the Toblacher SeeD6 map

So, I've got a bit off track the main EV7 route for my last day of touring in the region but it was well worth it. It was by chance that my days of touring ended exactly here close to the border, otherwise I would have simply continued along EuroVelo 7 towards Austria and missing the opportunity to experience these breathtaking lakes and mountains up close and really savor life, which is exactly what Discover EuroVelo is all about.

Until next time,

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A day in Toblach exploring the surroundings

The views from this camping are amazing! My home in Toblach for just 14 EURO shower included Capucino 2.3 EUR + apfelstrudel 4.5 EUR Indee...

A day in Toblach exploring the surroundings

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