It was a windy and overcast start to the day, but at least it was dry. We were soon packed up and back on the open road, following the cycle route along the field edges and coast line.
We were aiming for the little Port of Marstal. Unsure of how long it would take to get there, we went at our own pace, stopping every now and the to check the route or look at the view. We passed some beaches that were recommended for swimming, but it was a bit windy for us to be inticed in. To our surprise and probably thanks to a good tail wind, we arrived in the colourful town of Marstal at about eleven.
We checked out some of the old boats that were moored up then cycled into the main town.
Here we were rewarded for our efforts with a drink and rest at a funky little cafe.
We picked up a few supplies (and a delicious slice of pizza) at the shop and decided to continue on towards Aeroskobing (the town where we had arrived by ferry). On the ride out of town we were able to supplement our lunch with some fresh tomatoes that we picked up along the way, in exchange for a few coins.
Lunch was had at a seaside view point. Fresh rolls with cheese, cucumber and tomatos tasted excellent.
Our legs seemed to be doing well as the track narrowed and we could see our destination up ahead.
We only stopped once to look at a little woodland sculpture garden before the town.
On arrival were greeted by some bumpy narrow cobbled streets and wonderful individual old houses.
With afternoon rain forecast again, we went straight to the campsite to get established while it was still dry.
And as we were camped by the beach, took the opportunity to take our first swim in Denmark!
Hot showers and a scrub up afterwards felt great. As it was still dry, we cycled back into town, then (sustained by ice creams) left our bikes and took on the cobbled streets by foot.
It's a totally unique town. Very old and very well kept. In town square, by the church we sat for a while with a drink until we were almost asleep. Tiredness had arrived.
In the camp kitchen, Clare went 'shopping' on the 'free/left over' food shelf and between us we managed to russel up an fantastic and hearty dinner - even served up in proper bowls and eaten with metal cutlery! Such luxury!
31.5km travelled today!...
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