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Lobsi went for a bike ride
August 13, 2026 at 09:37
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Lobsi went gravel riding
August 12, 2026 at 08:29
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September 13, 2026
The last stage of my tour in Norway leads on side roads via Arendal and Grimstad to Kristiansand. With a length of over 90 kilometers, it is one of the longest stages of this year's tour.
I finish my last day in Norway with pizza and go to bed early as check-in must be before 8 am.
Overnight stay: Rolligheden
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Lobsi went gravel riding
August 11, 2026 at 08:16
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September 13, 2026
Today's tour also includes numerous altitude meters and leads - avoiding main roads - in the direction of Arendal.
I am staying overnight in Sjøverstø, costs campsite with electricity (in the toilet building) CHF 9.-
Overnight stay: Sjøverstø Camping
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Lobsi went gravel riding
August 10, 2026 at 08:39
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September 13, 2026
A strenuous tour again today leads over Porsgrunn to Kjønnøya on the Norwegian south coast. Despite many meters of altitude, it is great fun to ride on small roads with little traffic.
At the campsite, I am warmly welcomed and get a very good spot.
Overnight stay: Kjønnøya Camping
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Lobsi went gravel riding
August 9, 2026 at 08:19
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September 13, 2026
Mostly on cycle paths or smaller roads, today's stage leads to Brufoss. It is the planned longest stage, some altitude meters are covered and the wind, the wind...
In the evening, the bike batteries are completely empty, so I have to push for a short while twice. At the campsite, which was still managed
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Lobsi went gravel riding
August 8, 2026 at 07:23
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September 13, 2026
Today the path leads me to Oslo. With changeable weather, I do a short city tour and relax in Frognerpark.
Due to the high costs of camping in Oslo, I decide to spend the night in a hotel near the city and take the bus into town in the evening.
Overnight stay: Quality Hotel Expo, Fornebu
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Lobsi went for a bike ride
August 7, 2026 at 09:57
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September 13, 2026
The second day in Norway mostly takes place on cycle paths along the road, again via Kongsvinger towards Oslo.
The campsite in Frognerstrand is managed automatically. No reception, I have to pay the fees at the machine.
Overnight stay: Frognerstrand Camping
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Lobsi went gravel riding
August 6, 2026 at 08:51
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September 13, 2026
After a rainy night, which I spent in a hut, today's tour takes me to Norway in good weather. After about 20 kilometers, I reach the border. Via Kongsvinger, I drive to the stage destination, a campsite at Sigernessjøn.
Overnight stay: Sigernessjøn Familiecamping
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Lobsi went gravel riding
August 5, 2026 at 08:29
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September 13, 2026
It rained heavily at night and rain is forecast for most of today as well, so I reserved a cabin at the campsite for this evening.
Again following the Inlandsvägen, I reach Torsby, from where I cover the remaining 15 kilometers along the E16.
I spend a relaxed, restful night in the cozy cabin.
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Lobsi went gravel riding
August 4, 2026 at 09:40
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September 13, 2026
Today's stage mostly follows inland paths southwest. Heat and constant headwind accompany me throughout the day.
Overnight stay: Klarälvens Camping, Stöllet
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Lobsi went gravel riding
August 3, 2026 at 08:32
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September 13, 2026
First on the agenda today is a visit to Mora, including the harbor, the finish area of the Vasaloppet, and the Zorn Garden. In Mora, I also buy a "Morakniv", an outdoor knife that is manufactured here.
Midpoint of my tour: The route leads to Malung. Through the wilder part of Dalarna, I am now heading
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Lobsi went gravel riding
August 2, 2026 at 09:08
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September 13, 2026
A relatively short stage today leads me along the Siljan lake to Mora.
This leaves time to visit the "Naturum Dalarna". Besides various nature trails where the nature is explained, visiting the lovingly designed visitor center and the observation tower with 360° panoramic views is recommended.
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Lobsi went gravel riding
August 1, 2026 at 08:22
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September 13, 2026
Today's stage takes me mostly along side roads and gravel paths to Lake Siljan, in the heart of Dalarna. As in 2007, I am staying at the campsite in Västanvik again.
Overnight stay: Västanviksbadet Camping
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Lobsi went gravel riding
July 31, 2026 at 07:51
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September 13, 2026
Today it is very hot. The heat makes me sweat properly, so I'm glad when the route leads through forests - several sections with "coarse gravel" where I also have to push.
In the evening, I fry Falukorv on my Trangia, a dish popular in the Dalarna region.
Overnight stay: Näs Camping
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Lobsi went gravel riding
July 30, 2026 at 09:01
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September 13, 2026
Again best weather on today's stage. Mostly on side roads and also many gravel sections, I ride through a landscape with beautiful forests and numerous lakes.
Overnight stay: Lesjöbyns Camping
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September 13, 2026
After arriving in Hirtshals by ferry at 11:30 AM, I decide to cycle the 65 kilometers to Aalborg directly. The cycle path runs almost straight, mostly along the road.
I spend a last cozy evening in the city before heading home by train the next morning.
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