PORTUGAL by ultralight cyclotouring

Are you considering bicycle touring in Portugal? This is what we did in May 2022 while experimenting with a new way of traveling in 'Ultralight', meaning with a folding bike and minimalist luggage.

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00:00 Considering cyclotouring in Portugal ?
00:20 Why Portugal ?
00:45 What is magical about ultralight cyclotouring ?
01:39 Where to start the trip in Portugal ?
02:04 Taking the train with folding bikes.
02:41 A typical day in this trip
05:09 Food in an ultralight trip
06:04 The pavement of the Eurovelo 1 in Portugal
07:32 The relief of the Eurovelo 1 in Portugal
08:07 Headwinds
08:30 What to visit in the cities
09:35 The GPS and how to find your way
10:27 Staying alive with Portuguese drivers
11:00 Mission accomplished: 1000 km of cycling with 8000 m elevation
11:30 Conclusion

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