Alghero to Bosa

June 1, 2019

Today’s ride ranks as one of the very best coastlines we have ever ridden. It was challenging and hugely rewarding. If there was ever a ride to record on a go pro, this was it. And we had the best weather we could have asked for.

Once again, I am playing catch up thanks to internet hiccups so I will just post the pictures.

Our breakfast room at Alghero B&B, a very modern and beautifully appointed place.

Old town Alghero. Notice the birdcage lights overhead. We didn’t see these at night but what a brilliant way to light up your town.

One of the hundreds of pillboxes built in WW II, in preparation for an Allied invasion which didn’t happen in Sardinia, but rather Sicily.

Trebuchet, a defensive apparatus from long ago.

‘Cannon balls’ would be tossed at your ship if you were thinking of coming ashore.

Alghero is fortified with a defensive wall.

Notice the walkway with the 2 way bike path. It works and is well used.

This ride was stunning. Lots of climbing, but so rewarding.

Somewhere out there is Spain. Sorry for the crooked horizon.

We could see our road ahead along the coast.

Look carefully and you’ll see a concrete clamshell over the road. This structure is to prevent rocks from hitting the road.

I want to fly like an eagle, till I’m free. Fly like an eagle, let my spirit carry me...

Victory! There is no marker of the summit, but this is the highest point of today’s ride. Bring on the downhill!

The motorcyclists are having a blast on this section.

It is insanely beautiful along this part of the coast.

Is this another species of the horn poppy?

Bosa is tucked into the notch in the hills.

Bosa, from the top. It’s much prettier from the front.

Tannery museum tools of the (smelly) trade.

Hey, I learned to sew on a Singer treadle machine!

Electric tools were eventually introduced. These ones were for the tanning phase.

Dance performances on Saturday night were amazing. This young couple in front was so talented! Made us think of our niece, Kimberley who’s a dancer extraordinaire.

View from our balcony of the tannery buildings.

Bosa’s main pedestrian street, just before dinner.

This unassuming church was ornately decorated inside.

The church even had a botafumerio, a Gallecian metal incense container.

Restaurant ... we were the first ones in. Two large tables were set so we knew they were expecting a bg party.

By 8:00, the party patrons arrived ... half were under the age of eight. David was ready to toss a cork at them at the first sign of mischief!

Time for an evening stroll, but for heavens sake, watch your step. Those stones are all uneven.

Traditional Sardinian design, pottery is made in Dorgali.

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Tricia GrahamWhat a wonderful ride I want to go to Sardinia after seeing that
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Today's ride: 52 km (32 miles)
Total: 821 km (510 miles)

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Scott AndersonIsn’t this the best though? I can’t believe I’d forgotten about this ride. Thanks for the reminder.
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Keith ClassenThat looks like such a great ride!
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Anne MathersTo Keith ClassenIt reminded me of the Oregon coat, only amped up a hundred times.
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