Spoke Lore

tales from a bicycle traveler

A large stone and iron bridge in the mountains on the Ciro Trail

Autumn Colors and Abandoned Railways; Cycling the Ciro Trail in Bosnia & Herzegovina

I cycled the historic Ciro Trail from Mostar to Dubrovnik, following an abandoned railway through mountains, caves, and remote villages — camping under stormy skies, navigating rocky paths, and soaking in breathtaking Adriatic views.

atinyadventurer

3 days ago8 min read

Houses and stone towers on the side of a mountain with autumn-colored trees in Zenica, Bosnia & Herzegovina

I Cycled Through My First Balkan Country, Bosnia & Herzegovina, and It Was Up and Down

A long-distance cycle tour through Bosnia & Herzegovina — from the border at Šamac to Sarajevo, the Trans Dinarica, the historic Ciro Trail, and finally Dubrovnik — featuring wild camping, cultural encounters, and unexpected challenges on the road.

atinyadventurer

Feb 311 min read

A narrow winding paved path between rocks and autumn trees in the moutains

The Long Ride East: I ran out of time in Schengen, so I rerouted to the Balkans

Mara cycles along the Eurovelo 6 towards Turkey, but reroutes to the Balkans as her time in the Schengen runs out

atinyadventurer

Jan 2615 min read