13 to Järvakandi

Route: 85 kilometers, cumulative: 1,140 kilometers | Elevation: 240, cumulative elevation: 4,430 meters, distance from home: 1,702 kilometers (as the crow flies).

As today marked the start of my actual Baltic tour, I didn’t want to have a big breakfast. So I only took something to drink and a banana. I brought it along so I would have something during my first break after 30 kilometers.

My usual tour pattern includes a short break after 30 kilometers and a longer one after at least 50 kilometers. After that, I take some short breaks depending on the length of the tour, time, and weather. In between, there are a few stops to take photos for my blog.

There are very few villages on my route in Estonia where there are also options for overnight stays. Thus, I had to start with a short tour. Järvakandi provided such an opportunity, and there is also a small shop here. The next place is already too far away.

The weather looked better than yesterday, although it was cool and cloudy. I set off shortly after half past eight. First, I had to cross Tallinn, then I headed out into the countryside via bike paths, and the traffic steadily decreased until only a few cars passed.

That was a good thing, as soon there were only roads that also had to accommodate bicycles. Just 20 kilometers from the destination, it started to drizzle. However, as it intensified, I took advantage of the nice bus shelter a bit off the road to wait for the shower to pass. I had more than enough time.

The stretch to the destination was almost completely straight, and I was making good progress. The landscape was beautiful but monotonous, so I only took a few photos.

Since the restaurant closes at 6 PM, I have to go out again, but on foot, since everything is right in the neighborhood.

If you have any questions for me, I’m happy to answer them.

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**Español:**

Dado que hoy comenzó mi auténtico tour por los Bálticos, no quería desayunar mucho. Así que solo tomé algo para beber y una banana. La llevé conmigo para tener algo durante mi primera pausa después de 30 kilómetros.

Mi recorrido habitual incluye una pequeña pausa después de 30 kilómetros y una más larga después de al menos 50 kilómetros. Después, hago algunas pausas cortas según la longitud del recorrido, el tiempo y el clima. Entre medias, hay algunas paradas para tomar fotos para mi blog.

En mi ruta por Estonia hay muy pocas localidades donde también hay opciones para pasar la noche. Así fue como tuve que comenzar con un recorrido corto. Järvakandi me ofreció esa posibilidad y también hay una pequeña tienda aquí. El próximo lugar está demasiado lejos.

El clima parecía mejor que ayer, aunque estaba fresco y nublado. Comencé poco después de las ocho y media. Primero, tuve que atravesar Tallin y luego salí hacia el campo a través de carriles para bicicletas, y el tráfico fue disminuyendo gradualmente, hasta que solo pasaban unos pocos coches.

Eso también fue bueno, porque pronto solo había calles que también tenían que soportar bicicletas. A solo 20 kilómetros del objetivo, empezó a lloviznar. Sin embargo, como se intensificó, utilicé la hermosa parada de autobús un poco alejada de la carretera para esperar a que pasara la lluvia. Tenía más que suficiente tiempo.

El tramo hasta el destino era casi completamente recto y avancé rápidamente. El paisaje era bonito, pero monótono, así que solo tomé unas pocas fotos.

Como el restaurante cierra a las 6 de la tarde, tengo que salir de nuevo, aunque a pie, ya que todo está cerca en el vecindario.

Si tienes alguna pregunta para mí, estaré encantado de responderte.

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**English:**

Since today marked the start of my actual Baltic tour, I didn’t want to have a big breakfast. So I only took something to drink and a banana. I brought it along so I would have something during my first break after 30 kilometers.

My regular tour schedule includes a short break after 30 kilometers and a longer one after at least 50 kilometers. After that, I take some short breaks depending on the length of the tour, time, and weather. In between, there are some stops to take photos for my blog.

On my route in Estonia, there are very few towns where there are also options for overnight stays. Thus, I had to start with a short tour. Järvakandi provided me with such an opportunity, and there is also a small shop here. The next place is already too far away.

The weather seemed better than yesterday, although it was cool and cloudy. I set off shortly after half past eight. First, I had to cross Tallinn, then I headed out into the countryside via bike paths, and traffic steadily diminished until only a few cars passed.

That was a good thing because soon there were only roads that also had to accommodate bicycles. Just 20 kilometers from my destination, it started to drizzle. However, as it intensified, I took advantage of the nice bus shelter a bit off the road to wait for the shower to pass. I had more than enough time.

The stretch to the destination was almost completely straight, and I was making good progress. The landscape was beautiful but monotonous, so I only took a few photos.

Since the restaurant closes at 6 PM, I have to go out again, but on foot, as everything is right in the neighborhood.

If you have any questions for me, I’m happy to answer them.