It was a short but pleasant stay in Vik despite very minor swell, which might not be unusual within these Fjords in general. We will find out going forward.
Biting the bullet again we left Vik for another 30nm under engine to get even deeper into the Fjord landscape.
Fair winds…
Our hike today took us around the small village of Vik, passing three churches and enjoying a magnificent view over the city and the bay.
Spring is now in full swing.
Fair winds…
It was a long day with plenty of light shows in a different world until we arrived in Vik for the night.
The photo to the right was taken 11pm before we called it a day.
Fair winds & Good Night…
Finally we decided this morning to postpone our passage West for three good reasons: wind, weather & the Sognefjord at our doorstep.
Fedje is a place to return but we are on the way into the Fjordland of Norway. Conditions are too good to miss it.
Fair winds…
The exceptional good weather remains kind to us for another week at least, which helps me growing my confidence in 🛶 Lille Poro. Today’s trip took us further out onto the Byfjorden but staying close to the shoreline.
Fair winds…
The maiden voyage with 🛶 Lille Poro took me this morning around some small islands just outside of the Strusshamn Marina – called Småskjera.
🛶 Lille Poro is our new hybrid kayak, a Scubi 1 XL from the manufacturer Nortik. The weather allowed me newbie to leave the duck pond marina as the waters were all flat except passing vessels creating some swell. My first impression is very positive and I believe the kayak will add some good quality time to our ongoing journey.
The red nose might be seen in some more future photos…
Fair winds…
Yesterday, SY Aegir arrived and we have now rafted up alongside as planned. We have met Christine & Gregor last year on Anholt while they were heading back South from their maiden trip to Svalbad! Very nice to catch up and meet their crew Traudi & Theresa as well.
A short 🚴♂️ ride took me through some more beautiful nature nearby.
Fair winds…
There was no second thought that I have to explore the purposely built longest pedestrian & biking tunnel in the world. The Fyllingsdalstunnelen, 3km long, opened in April 2023. It follows the standard three lanes concept (one for pedestrians and two for bikes) for cycling tracks in Bergen, wherever feasible and dollars don‘t matter!
Leaving the tunnel I was chilled and a bit puzzled but ready for the climb, which turned out to be packed with natural nutritions all the way long. Slope and tarmac was demanding but managable with stretches where not only the rider but also the Roubaix got to their limits.
It was worth the pain.
After the descend down to sea level, the ferry took me back over to Askøy Island for the short ride back to our tiny floating home. A ride to remember!
Fantastic nature so close to the city.
Fair winds…
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