Day 15: Island of Vis

21.03.23

Yes. The weather is cooperating again today. I pack my things in a routine manner before heading to the old town and the harbor. Thomas, a Belgian guy I met in Sibenik, is now parked in the same parking lot and stops by for a chat before I set off. He's a very nice and pleasant guy. He's also driving through the Balkans in his VW Transporter and will be on the road until June.

The city is already buzzing this morning, just like the harbor. The liveliness and sunny energy are contagious. I'm excited.

I actually expected to take a smaller catamaran to Vis, but instead I somehow ended up on the Titanic, the largest of all ships in the harbor. It feels more like a cruise ship. From the deck, I can observe the crew at work. There's a lot to do before we can set sail. Trucks with and without trailers, cars, and other vehicles are all loaded onto the big ship. And it can fit quite a lot.

Under the bright sunshine, the ferry sets course towards Vis.

It takes 2.5 hours for the ferry to reach the island of Vis, which is far from the mainland. The journey is simply fun and already an experience in itself.

Arrival on the island of Vis and the town with the same name:

This time, I was prepared for some uphill sections and elevation gain. And that's exactly what I got, but this time with headwind. It's enough to make you curse when you can barely move faster than walking speed. And I did curse. Damn headwind. But the view and the sense of adventure make up for it.

My destination today, Komiza, is located in the southwest of the island and is the second tiny town besides Vis. The enchanting beach promenade is an example of what the small island and especially the town of Komiza have to offer. It has a somewhat alternative character, and not only the long-standing locals live here, at least not permanently. I even meet a Spanish woman doing yoga on the beach.

In September, even more travelers and free spirits come to the island, as a small non-commercial festival called Goulasch takes place here.

I settle down in the same place, not far from Komiza. The beach is perfect for enjoying the sun and the sea, and also for spending the night. There's even a spring with drinking water here. The small huts and bars, as well as the wooden structures, may seem a bit lonely at first, but they are waiting to be decorated and made festival-ready again this September. For me, it's the perfect place for a little island tour.

The sunset here is also unique.

I got this tip from Jessica, who spent several months on the island last year.

Tomorrow, I will pedal hard once again. I'll go up and down the 'old road,' as a local called it, until I reach Rucavac, about 400 meters in total.

Peace.