The first part of today's ride took us to the seaside resort of Katwijk and then up and down over the dunes to Zandvoort. Since it is a holiday in The Netherlands and a very hot day (29), the beach was packed. We had some free time here and so ate our lunch and then put our toes in the North Sea; just toes because the water was very cold.
The last leg of the ride was a bit tough, not because of the hills, but because of the hot sun. Needless to say, we were all happy to see our vessel, the Jelmar, tied up in a canal in Harrlem.
After showers, some down time to relax with a beverage we enjoyed a delicious three course meal. Our cook does an excellent job, especially with her appetizers, and salads. After dinner we went on a walking tour of this very old town. Walking the cobblestone streets and looking at old churches, former merchants' homes and watching boats motoring up and down the canals is a great way to rest the biking muscles...particularly the rear.
Tomorrow we head to the cheese town of Alkmaar.
This is an awesome trip!
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great pictures...looks magnificent
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