On today's 6.1km #kickbike #ride I reached Füssen and completed the whole challenge on @the_conqueror_challenges Romantic Road virtual #challenge .

#romanticroad #germany #europe #cycling #footbike #kickbiking #footbiking #exercise #virtualchallenge #exercisechallenge

After approximately 10kms of #walking today, I reached Mueller Ranges in Western Australia on the Rundownunder virtual #walk / #run around #Australia . I've now walked / ran more than 5300kms since starting the challenge, and have about 8800kms to go to complete it.

#exercise #virtualchallenge #rundownunder #westernaustralia

On today's 14km #kickbike #ride I reached Schongau and Hohenfurch on The Conqueror Challenges Romantic Road virtual #challenge .

Located along the River Lech is the new town of Schongau. Although it is over 700 years old, the original Schongau used to be a few miles to the northeast of the current town. Sometime in the 13th century a large number of residents moved from the old Schongau and established a new settlement. When they left they took the town’s name with them.

On the banks of Schönach River sits the rural village of Hohenfurch and its 1500 residents. The village is surrounded by expansive meadows and forests and it is a holiday destination for those who enjoy a variety of activities such as hiking, cycling, horse riding and cross-country skiing to name a few. South of the village on a hill is the charming Gothic Chapel of St Ursula. Built around 1520 the chapel was dedicated to St Ursula, the patron saint of raftsmen.

#romanticroad #germany #europe #footbike #kickbiking #footbiking #cycling #exercise #virtualchallenge

On today's 10.4km #kickbike #ride I reached Weikersheim on @the_conqueror_challenges Romantic Road virtual #challenge .

Weikersheim is a small town of 7,358 residents but it is the Renaissance Palace and its Versailles style gardens that it is known for.

Weikersheim Palace was once the medieval seat of the princely House of Hohenlohe. Originally built in the 12th century, by the late 16th century it was rebuilt into a Renaissance Palace with the exception of the tall tower which was left as a symbol of its history. One of the most remarkable rooms is the ornate Mirror Cabinet. The walls in the room are covered with deep red wallpaper and decorated with gold trimmings, small mirrors and brackets to display the collection of porcelain, silver and precious stones figurines, and tin-glazed pottery from Ansbach, Germany.

The even more significant room is the 17th century Knight’s Hall. At 131ft (40m) in length, the entire wooden ceiling was attached to the roof structure without needing to use supports. Within each wooden frame is a painting of a hunting scene. The walls are decorated with stucco sculptures, large animal figures and grand master paintings. Entry is via a portal and directly opposite the room is the striking 30ft (9m) fireplace embellished with reliefs and figurines and the 15ft (4.5m) chandelier.

The outside gardens are a feast of symmetry and regularity. Designed as a continuation of the castle, the garden path is bordered by colourful flowers, sandstone sculptures of ancient gods and a large pool at the end. Box hedges surround floral beds, a central fountain has a statue of Hercules holding a dragon with its head tilted up spitting jets of water from its mouth and the orangery with its two wings, large arched windows and large stone figures on the roof is a greenhouse for palm trees, citrus plants and other exotic plants.

#romanticroadgermany #virtualchallenge #exercise #footbike #kickbiking #footbiking #cycling #germany

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Today's 8.9km #kickbike #ride brought me to Tauberbischofsheim on the Cinqueror Challenges Romantic Road virtual #challenge .

Tauberbischofsheim is located within the state of Baden-Württemberg on the Tauber River and it is the capital city of the Main-Tauber district. Based on prehistoric finds, the area was settled around 3,000BC, however, the first mention of the town was in 836AD and known as Bischofsheim (Bishop’s Place). Since other towns carried the same name in 1850 Tauber (the name of the river) was added to give its current name.

Landmark buildings such as Chapel of S. Peter, Kurmainz Castle and Türmersturm Tower were built in the 12th and 13th centuries and at one time the entire town was surrounded by a defensive wall. Half-timbered houses and the gothic revival town hall encircle the central plaza (marktplatz).

#romanticroad #germany #virtualchallenge #fitnesschallenge #exercise #kickbiking #footbike #footbiking #cycling

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I feel observed. 😉 But I love how different all the medals are. #VirtualChallenge #TheConqueror

The 5th and last Lord of the Rings #VirtualChallenge is a tough one. 453 km... But with such nice weather as today it's a piece of cake (narrator: it is not 😜). But it's fun. And I still find unknown places to explore nearby.

3rd medal arrived. Took a while this time - just in time when I finished the 4th challenge. 😉 This is the coolest medal so far. 😀 #VirtualChallenge #TheConqueror

Made it. And even added 2 km for the next #VirtualChallenge already. 😀 Nice, sunny weather made it easy. Just the wind was a bit too much.

I want to finish my next #VirtualChallenge today. Have to walk 11 km for that. Wish me luck? 😛

Second challenge finished. Made it on time, despite missing out on many days due to being sick. Today I felt a bit like Frodo. Walked half of the remaining distance in pouring rain with a bit of hail. Next: through the dark Mines of Moria. Shudder. 😜
#VirtualChallenge #TheConqueror

Got my first medal from the #LOTR challenge. :-) Already the box is awesome. Now to take the ring safely to Mordor. Sadly, I've fallen behind on my second challenge since I hadn't been able to walk for 4 days at all... #LordOfTheRings #VirtualChallenge

#Motivation factor worked. 😃 Finished my first #VirtualChallenge. One out of five for #LordOfTheRings #TheShire Within 34 % of the estimated time. I based the estimation on the distance I walked last year (not as much as the previous year). 233 km. #Walking Now patiently waiting for my medal and the ring. 😇

#Motivation factor worked. 😃 Finished my first #VirtualChallenge. One out of five for #LordOfTheRings #TheShire Within 34 % of the estimated time. I based the estimation on the distance I walked last year (not as much as the previous year). 233 km. #Walking Now patiently waiting for my medal and the ring. 😇

Since the 22nd January 2023, I've travelled through / past Shimosuwa, Tateshina, Usui Bridge, Usui Pass Railway Heritage Park and Takasaki on The Conqueror Challenges Nakasendo Trail virtual #challenge . As of 1st Feb 2023 I've also completed more than 80% of the challenge.

#japan #nakasendotrail #virtualchallenge #fitness #exercise #kickbike #footbike #cycling

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Since 11th January 2023, I have travelled through / past Ena, Sakaori Terraced Rice, Atera Valley, Magome, Tsumago, Nezame-no-toko Gorge, Senjojiki Cirque, Matsumoto Castle, and Narai on the @the_conqueror_challenges Nakasendo Trail virtual #challenge . As of 19th January I am more than half way through the challenge.

#exercise #virtualchallenge #nakasendotrail #japan #kickbiking #cycling #footbiking

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Since Monday 9th January, I've passed through Sanko Inari Shrine, Meiji-Mura Museum, and Gohou Waters in The Conquerors #nakasendo trail virtual #kickbike #challenge .

#exerecise #footbike #kickbiking #footbiking #virtualchallenge #nakasendotrail #japan

Since Thursday 5th January 2023, I've travelled past Mt Ibuki, Gifu Castle and Ogaki on The Conqueror Challenges Nakasendo Trail virtual #challenge by #kickbike .

#nakasendotrail #japan #footbike #cycling #exercise #virtualchallenge

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