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Italy is a destination that rewards every kind of traveler, blending world-famous art, history, cuisine, and landscapes into one remarkably varied country. From the ancient ruins of Rome and the Renaissance treasures of Florence to the canals of Venice and the dramatic coastline of the Amalfi Coast, Italy feels both iconic and deeply personal. What makes it especially memorable is how easily grand cultural landmarks mix with everyday pleasures: long piazza evenings, regional wines, local markets, and meals that change dramatically from one region to the next.
Key highlights include exploring historic cities, visiting the hill towns and vineyards of Tuscany, relaxing on the lakes of the north, discovering the rugged beauty of Cinque Terre, and experiencing southern Italy’s sun-soaked beaches and archaeological sites such as Pompeii. Travelers should plan for regional differences in weather, transit, and pace; trains are an efficient way to connect major cities, while smaller towns often reward slower travel. Booking major museums and popular summer accommodations in advance is wise, comfortable walking shoes are essential for cobblestone streets, and learning a few basic Italian phrases can go a long way in smaller towns and local establishments.
The best time to visit Italy is from May to September, when travel interest is highest, peaking in June and remaining strong through summer into early fall. May, June, and September are especially appealing because they combine popular seasonal energy with generally pleasant weather and, in many places, slightly more manageable crowds than the height of July and August.
Today I got the kids out of bed a little earlier to drive to the west coast of Sardinia with them. It took 2 hours and led through the greener inland, where there are even real...
Since I knew it was over 30 km today, I started walking at 5:10. But I never set an alarm on the tour. So normal biorhythm 😅. It was still a bit dark at the beginning, but it...
At 7 a.m., the alarm clock rang. Then we drove to Chioggia, which is a seaport in the Italian region of Veneto. Here is the largest and most important fishery port in Italy. And...
Sat at the table for dinner with 2 hikers last night and enjoyed some company once again. Good stuff. After 2 km on the road, this morning started with a climb through dense old...
I took the cable car to Col dei Baldi. The path led me to Forcella Alleghe and Rifugio Coldai through a beautiful landscape at the foot of the mighty Civetta massif. Then I...
My sunglasses are still there :-/
Art on the mountain
After the big tour yesterday, I'm not doing much today. First, I move to a different spot on the campsite, away from the jungle where it smells like piss, to a more airy and...
Today I have a day off, don't ride a single meter with the bike, but take the public bus to Venice and back for 3,00€. Of course, I have my mascherina in the pannier, but I...
Not far from us is the peninsula of Sirmione. We parked our car at the last free parking lot and now had a 3.5 kilometer walk ahead of us to the tip of the island. We passed...
I wake up at 6:00 a.m., want to leave, but private stress prevents me from going back to sleep. Somehow I can no longer stay in the hostel room, the tent is more familiar and...
After the philosophical-sociological discussions last night with Jan, the Dutch theologian - in search of a synthesis between modern individualism and being embedded in a...
How exhausting the last two days were, I only realize in comparison: today I can simply follow the bike path signs and don't have to constantly look at the navigation system or...
It was Easter. And we thought everything would be closed. But no. All the shops were open and the town was crowded. So breakfast and lunch were covered 😀 The food is so damn...
After a night at the beach and a morning walk, we drove to Livorno to have breakfast. Google suggested a great place, so we went to a colorful café where they had really good...
On Monday, after a walk with the dog, we had a city tour in Munich. We took the subway to Marienplatz and enjoyed a great breakfast at Dallmeyer before watching the beautiful...
Spring!
The night at the tower was restless as expected. Not because of the young people, but because of the adjacent street. Traffic all night long, unbelievable! Probably all the...
First of all, on Thursday we headed to the Fichtelgebirge - picking up Micha and filling up our supplies for the vacation in the store after closing time. What is everyday life...
Swimming, cycling, and hiking in the Italian Alps.
The days in Italy were beautiful, with a real nostalgic holiday feeling. At the first campsite, there was even a minimal childcare service, which Gian immediately participated...
Levanto was not only a wonderful coastal town in the middle of a rewarding trail network, but also the gateway to the famous Cinque Terre. Five villages that were clapped onto a...
The first week after we arrived remains very relaxed and we have time to explore the area. We also take the opportunity to meet and exchange with volunteers from Bozen, Pergine,...
Day 21 (September 21) After a breakfast without muesli, we started hiking towards Passo di Pian del Latte. By accident, we did not all take the same path up and only met again...
Everyone knows it, everyone loves it, the Merano region in South Tyrol. My little family and I go to South Tyrol at least once a year and go on a cultural discovery...
ARRIVED IN VENICE-MESTRE WITH LIGHTNING AND THUNDER!! Somehow we had imagined the finishing line a bit differently (at St. Mark's Square with sunshine), but 1. in Venice...
How far is it now...? Venice can slowly come :) We have been on the road for about 4 weeks now and only have one more day of cycling with about 50 km ahead of us. Today's route...
Today we followed a friend's advice and enjoyed a spa day - gentle water beads from above, below, and from the side all day long - at 40 km/h downhill with exfoliating effect ;-)...
Detour to the Gschnitz Valley
Hello everyone, Today we stayed at the same place again. It's really beautiful here! After a hearty breakfast, we lounged around in the camper before the idea came to us: Out to...