Solitude

May 1, 2019

Organic cheese making

Solitude island farm, Montbeliard cows, cheese making, hortus botanicus, and a walk around Leiden.

Tip of the day: on the 5th day of a bike trip everyone enjoys a short biking day

Solitude farm, the sign says solitude in Dutch

A very friendly cow, he wanted to be scratched

French Montbeliard dairy cows used primarily for cheese making

Fifi the farm’s dog rode back on the ferry with us. She quickly found a handy lap and settled in.

After our trip to Solitude we went back to the boat for lunch some relaxation and then we were off to the Hortus Botanicus a part of Leiden university.

A view of the salon on our boat where we eat hang out etc

A recreation of the 16th century apiaries that we’re originally at the gardens

The scream tree held together by metal bars.

The city gate which is right near our hotelboot

Problems with the WiFi yesterday so sorry this post is up late!

Today's ride: 11 miles (18 km)
Total: 1,526 miles (2,456 km)

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Sandy OsteenLove the cows, and of course Laurie is holding the dog! I bet you were ready for a short bike trip! The boat looks beautiful, loved the Wisteria and the architecture of the buildings! On to your next adventure!
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Meg BatesLooks like a fabulous day.
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