On 20th May I started out to attempt to cycle over 900 miles from the South of France to Dieppe and then back to Lewes via the ferry. Whilst I was on my 900+ mile ride I raised funds (and still continues back in England) for medical and other civilian aid to be sent to Ukraine. Please click HERE to DONATE:
Earlier this week on 10th June I completed my last day of the cycle ride ride from the south coast of France to Dieppe by cycling along a section of the Avenue Verte in Normandy. I have cycled for 20 days in total, plus two days of rest. The distance covered is 1,590 km (982 miles + 18 miles to and from Lewes in Sussex). The ascent over the period was 14,276 m, that’s 46,837 ft of ascent.
It’s been a fascinating journey and very enjoyable but quite often completely exhausting. I’ve enjoyed meeting people on the way and cycled with other cyclists at times. It has been an epic journey in often stunning scenery.
Check this article out from the Sussex Express published at the end of the ride:
“When looking for a challenge to help raise money for charities in Ukraine, Vic Ient (78) from Lewes decided a cycle ride through France would fit the bill.”
Click HERE for updates about the trip
For more information about the cycle route click HERE
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