Day 20: Bar - Durres (Albania)
We are trying to make up for the ‘mandatory’ half-day rest today by rolling 156km to Durrës in one day. The 780m of elevation gain is mainly concentrated in the first 15km. Brief pain, followed by a flat ride to cross the only border crossing into Albania. Speaking of pain, Rik slept well; his ribs feel good—for now. His left hip is stiff, though, and so is mine—out of solidarity. This is the first time I’ve had any discomfort—apart from some stiff legs. But… we’ll cycle it all out!
We start at 7:30 in already 26 degrees.
Along the way
- Welcome to Albania · Albania
- Lunch stop at Lehzë beach · Albania
- Finish in Durrës · Albania