Monday 11th May
Leave Kozloduj and pass through Lom, a very poor looking town and start out of town along unbelievebly bad road (track) which eventually turns into tarmaced road. Very quiet, maybe one car every 10 - 15 minutes and no bars or shops for maybe 15 miles. Eventually reach village Dobri Dol, and spot 'motel' which is open. Walk in and there is party being given by great big Bulgarian guy, apparently because both his parents had recently died! Young guy, son of lady who owns the Motel, speaks very good English, welcomes me in and asks me to sit down and join the party! I eventually decide I have to stay the night.
Tuesday 12th May
Leave Motel at Dobri Dol after good brakfast of ham and eggs and make my way to Vidin and cross river by ferry to Calafat (Romania). Book into Hotel where I meet 4 German ladies in their 60's making their way from Danube Delta to Belgrade by bicycle.
Wednesday 13 th May
Thunder storm during night, but storm largely passed by morning. Make my way to Dobreta-Turnu Severin. Good ride 63 miles.
About Me
- Peter Bishton
- Great experience cycling through England, France, Italy and Greece in 2007. It's now time for the return trip. Hence "Blog" reincarnated! Thanks to all of you who supported me both in spirit and with fundraising on my trip out. I finally raised over £2,000 - a fantastic effort from all. Anyone wishing to donate any amount however small (or large!) please see my first post to view details of the charity I have chosen to support, and link to "justgiving" web page.
Good to hear you've survived Bulgaria, although Romania sounds vaguely familiar. Trust Bishto to get invited to a wake.
ReplyDeleteKeep pedelling Boyo the cricketers are doing rather well in your absence!