My favourite rides 2019 - part 2

Cycling in my backyard

Over the summer it can get seriously hot in Sicily, so if you want to cycle you should get up early. You can cycle during the day, there is always a little breeze and with enough water the heat is manageable, but it is far more pleasant in the fresh air of the morning. So I set my alarm clock for 5.30 AM to be out on my bike not later than 6 AM.

Once you are out of town, the hinterland of Siracusa offers some truly great rides with nice climbs and fast descents. And there is almost no traffic. Quite likely, on a Sunday morning, you will meet more cyclists than cars!

Can you spot Mt. Etna? 

Fusco climb to Sortino

Anapo River

my vintage bike (don't worry, not one of the rentals)

Roadbike tour through the heart of Sicily

Beautiful day trip through the center of Sicily, from Vizzini to Caltagirone.


At the very last minute, I had to step in for a colleague and guide a couple on a roadbike tour through the center of Sicily, from Vizzini to Mineo and Caltagirone. I am really greatful to my colleague, because is was great fun. I really enjoyed the tour and I had the chance to ride this beauty of a road bike. 

This time of the year Sicily shows it's dry and arid side. The grain has been harvested, the temperatures are high already in the morning and the wind blows hot from Africa. 

Drössiger RRA Fastforward, Ultegra components, 2 x 11, 7,7 kg