After taking their vows, Sarah and James Erck set off for  Europe for a two-wheeled honeymoon.  The Czech Republic was one of their favorite destinations.  Find out why.

Reason # 1.

More inexpensive than the rest of Europe (other than Prague, of course,which is still pricey) – but with the beauty, history, and architecture of Europe.

Looking for a bargain European bike tour?  Try Czech Republic.
Looking for a bargain European bike tour? Try Czech Republic.

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Reason # 2.
Quality campgrounds with showers are common, inexpensive, and easy to find.  There are often signs along the road pointing towards camping grounds.

Cyclist friendly signage in Czech Republic.
Cyclist friendly signage in Czech Republic.

Reason # 3

Amazing beer is available on tap at almost all campgrounds!!  Enjoy 0.5L mugs of Pilsner for only 50 cents!

The perfect end to a day of cycling.
The perfect end to a day of cycling.

Reason # 4

Lots of secondary and tertiary roads to cycle on.  This leads to beautiful relaxing cycling without the stress and smell of car traffic.

Relax and ride.
Relax and ride.

Reason # 5
Apple and walnut trees line the sides of many secondary roads – free snacks in the fall!

Rural riding.
Rural riding.

About the Cyclists

Sarah Erck Welle and her husband James got married, quit their jobs, and bicycled around the world.

In November of 2006 they left their comfortable corporate jobs and set out looking for adventure on the open road. One year later they  returned, after traveling through 20 countries and cycling over 10,000 kilometers.

The story of their adventure is at erck.org

 

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