La Viscontea Ciclostorica
Out of the hostel at 7.45 with the prospect of a long walk on a warm day. We have arranged to catch a ferry across the Po tomorrow, so need to get close to the embarkation point today so we can make our crossing on time tomorrow.
We caught the train back to Belgioioso. The village has a small castle which was hosting the start of a vintage cycle tour. There were dozens of old bicycles with riders dressed to match.
There were stands selling vintage cycle jerseys and other memorabilia. We watched the start at 9 am then set off ourselves.
Today's date: 13.9.20
Weather: sunny and warm
Steps: 38,380
Distance: 25.05 km
Climbing: 45 m
The route was quite poorly marked and the scenery was pretty dull. It was just possible to pick out vineyards on hillsides in the haze. We met another pilgrim - Rudi, from Bolzano.
It was really hot again so we stopped at every opportunity for a rest and for water. We had a sandwich at a bar in Chignolo Po which has an outstanding castle.
We stopped at Lambrinia where we will pick up the via again tomorrow for the short-ish walk to catch the ferry over the river Po.
Don Bosco Hostel - Pavia
Our last night in the hostel. We had a wander around Pavia and supper in a piazza.
Tomorrow we cross the river Po and head to Piacenza.
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