With driving rain, cutting winds, roaring rivers, and a rugged, almost untamed landscape, Odin opened the gates to his realm today. Centuries ago, the Vikings worshipped the old Norse gods, with Odin…
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Farewell to Sweden
Today we left the Baltic coast behind and headed back into the Swedish interior. Our destination for the day was the area around Östersund. Compared to the previous days, the roads were…
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Along the Baltic Coast
Today we continued north, mostly following the Baltic Sea coast. By the end of the day, we had covered just under 400 kilometers once again. Our first stop of the morning was…
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Passing Stockholm
This morning, we hit the road again at around 8 a.m.. With temperatures starting at a pleasant 16°C, it almost felt cool, and even during the afternoon the thermometer barely climbed above…
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Sweden’s Endless Forests
Today we made another significant step towards the northeast, covering more than 400 kilometers through the Swedish countryside. Every kilometer was a pleasure to ride. Our route took us through the heart…
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From Denmark into Sweden
Today we left the Lübeck area and headed straight for Puttgarden to catch the ferry to Denmark. Sometimes everything just falls perfectly into place. As soon as we arrived at the harbor,…
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Heading North…
Today was finally the day. At 6:21 a.m., we left Spöck and started the first stage of our great Scandinavian adventure. As planned, we stopped roughly once every hour to eat, drink,…
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1000 Kilometer Test Tour – Motorcycles, Equipment and Technology
Over the long weekend, we completed an extended 1000-kilometer motorcycle test tour. The goal was not only to test the motorcycles themselves, but also the complete equipment setup under real-world riding conditions.…
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BMW R nineT Scrambler
The 2017 BMW R nineT Scrambler accompanied me through the Carpathians in 2025 and performed exceptionally well throughout the trip. Despite being more of a classic roadster than a touring motorcycle, it…
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Honda XLV 700 Transalp
I traveled through Norway in 2024 with the Honda XLV 700 Transalp. The 2012 model accompanied me as a reliable and uncomplicated touring motorcycle — completely original, including the factory luggage system.…
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BMW G 650 GS
Since I had always wanted to travel to Norway on a single-cylinder motorcycle, I finally did so in 2018 with a BMW G 650 GS. The bike was a 2009 model and,…
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Triumph Speedmaster 908 ML
In 2016, a Triumph Speedmaster 908 ML accompanied me on my journey through Norway. It was a 2004 model and remained reliable and comfortable throughout the entire trip. Apart from a temporary…
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KTM 950 Superenduro
The KTM 950 Super Enduro took me all the way to the North Cape in 2014. It was a 2007 model. However, the trip started with problems right away: on the very…
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Harley Davidson Sportster XL1200c
This Harley Davidson Sportster XL1200C took me to Norway for the very first time in 2012. It was a 2000 model with around 22,000 kilometers on the clock back then. The bike…
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Sweden / Norway 2026 – Old vs New
The planning is done, the route is set – now it’s getting real.Today was content day: shooting photos, filming the video, and getting the bikes ready for the journey ahead. This trip…
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Norway 2026 – New Ways
We’re heading back to Norway – but this time via Sweden! The anticipation is already building: On June 19, 2026, the next big Scandinavia tour kicks off. The first stage is straightforward:…
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The End – Carpathians 2025
Our journey isn’t quite over yet, but this blog ends here. Tomorrow we’ll ride just a few more hundred kilometers back home – and that’ll be it. Today, we crossed Austria one…
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Hungary Rattles, Austria Rolls
Today we continued our ride – leaving Hungary behind and entering Austria, heading into the beautiful Styria region. But before that, we had to deal with Hungary’s rough roads one last time.…
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Farewell Romania – Two Raindrops and a Thousand Impressions
Today we left Romania, a country that truly surprised and impressed us over the past several days. The landscapes, the roads, the atmosphere – it all came together beautifully. Romania showed its…
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Lakes, Waterfalls & Raging Engines
We left the wild behind and dove straight back into the Carpathians – and once again, it was a symphony of twists and turns, breathtaking views, and constantly changing terrain. This ride…
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Curves, Cows & a Farmhouse in the Middle of Nowhere
Today we continued southbound. It started off flat, but before long we were back in the twisty Carpathians. We thought the curves might be over after yesterday – but once again, Romania…
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Carpathian Curves & Forest Solitude
Today we went straight into the Carpathians – and from that moment on, it was all about the ride: curve after curve, up and down, right and left, nonstop. We passed through…
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Canyons, Cool Air & the Great Oil Hunt
Today’s ride took us northward, through narrow canyons, rugged landscapes, and wonderfully varied roads. The weather was once again on our side – sunny and dry – but noticeably cooler. You can…
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Bran Castle – Tourists, Trinkets & Tight Stairways
Our first stop today was Bran Castle, featured in some of the most iconic Dracula films. Of course, we already knew that Vlad the Impaler never actually lived there – but it…
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Transfăgărășan & Poenari Fortress – Curves, Bears & the Real Dracula
Today brought one of the highlights of our trip: the legendary Transfăgărășan Highway – and it absolutely delivered! We arrived fairly early, greeted by great weather and stunning views. Endless curves, switchbacks,…
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Fog on the Transalpina & Marital Jail in Transylvania
Today we tackled a true highlight: the legendary Transalpina Road. Unfortunately, the mountain greeted us with thick fog and only 10°C. At times, we had to ride at walking speed. The views…
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Ghost Town Ski Resort, Endless Curves & a Bucket of Walnuts
We set off early this morning, climbing up to over 1,300 meters with just 12°C to start the day. It was chilly, but the mountain air felt great. Toward the end of…
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Into the Carpathians – Heat, History and Romanian Roads
Today we made it deep into the Romanian Carpathians after riding 540 kilometers – the long journey east is now basically complete. Most of the roads today were in decent shape, and…
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Crossing Austria into Hungary – Bumps, Heat and a Bit of Luck
Today we rode through Linz and passed south of Vienna, continuing all the way to Hungary – a good 400 kilometers in total. We ended the day in Pannonhalma, where we found…
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Heading East – With a Bit of Luck on Our Side
Right on time at 7:00 AM, we hit the road, fully packed and heading east. Despite rain being forecasted almost everywhere along the way, we managed to stay completely dry the entire…
