Casartelli remembered
Bike races, called sportives, are held all over France every weekend from the spring to the end of autumn. Many … Continue reading Casartelli remembered
Author: Malcolm
Malcolm Glenny is a keen cyclist and enjoys cycle touring around the world.
St-Martin-du-Canigou
There exist a number of medieval churches and castles built on spectacular sites: Saint-Martin-du-Canigou is one of the most remarkable. … Continue reading St-Martin-du-Canigou
Ypres and the Kemmelberg
Hi Robert, Helen and Michael. Two weeks ago we visited Ypres. I haven’t written to you for a while, but … Continue reading Ypres and the Kemmelberg
Bundesliga
Hi Robert, Helen and Michael. It seems that, wherever you go in the world, you will always hear some strange … Continue reading Bundesliga
Mr Barenboim
Hi Robert, Helen and Michael. This wonderful summer weather brings Berliners outside and we are joining them. Near the Potsdamer … Continue reading Mr Barenboim
Skoda Velorace Dresden
I have no experience of criterium racing, which is not as popular in New Zealand as it is in many … Continue reading Skoda Velorace Dresden
Martin Luther
Martin Luther is everywhere, and since arriving in Germany we have been following in his footsteps to Wittenberg… Hi Robert, … Continue reading Martin Luther
The Master of Naumburg
In the thousand years between the end of the Roman Empire and Michelangelo there are three truly great sculptors: Gilbert … Continue reading The Master of Naumburg
Die Wartburg
I have wanted to visit the castle Wartburg since acquiring a taste for Wagner’s operas many years ago. On my … Continue reading Die Wartburg
Gutenberg-Museum Mainz
Hi Robert, Helen and Michael. Alison and I have just visited the city of Mainz, the birthplace of Johannes Gutenberg … Continue reading Gutenberg-Museum Mainz