Scary Bridge Crossing! 🌉 Cycling the Pont de Normandie to Le Havre | Travelsonabike2 S24 E5

It was a wet start to the day in France, but I wasn’t going to let a bit of rain stop me! In this episode of Travelsonabike2 (S24 E5), I pack up my Hilleberg tent in the rain and head towards Le Havre, facing one of the most intimidating parts of this tour: the Pont de Normandie.

Crossing that bridge on a bicycle is definitely an experience! With narrow paths, high winds, and a steep climb, it was a real test of my nerves (and my hip!). Once across, I navigated the industrial ports of Le Havre, found a much-needed boulangerie for some baguettes and croissants, and eventually found a quiet campsite to dry out my gear.

I ended the day covering 35 miles—more than I expected given the late start and the weather!

In this video:
Packing a wet tent and the reality of rainy days on the road.
Cycling the Pont de Normandie: The climb, the views, and the nerves!
Navigating the port of Le Havre and EuroVelo 4.
Finding a campsite and setting up my Hilleberg tent and tarp for shade.

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TIMESTAMPS 00:00 A rainy start and packing up the Hilleberg 01:33 Heading out on the D513 towards the harbor 03:52 First glimpse of the Pont de Normandie 05:11 The big climb: Cycling across the Bridge of Normandy 08:35 Descending into the industrial port of Le Havre 10:10 Searching for a boulangerie (and finding croissants!) 11:57 Joining EuroVelo 4 13:10 Dealing with wind and finding a campsite 16:45 Setting up camp and drying out the gear 17:31 Final thoughts: 35 miles and supper time

I’m Garry McGivern, and I’ve been travelling the world by bike since 2008. My vlogs are unscripted and honest—sharing the highs, the lows, and everything in between. I’ve now cycled more than 60,000 miles around the world 🌏 on my trusty bike, Passepartout. And still going.

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