From Tarifa to Nordkapp by bike: The Epic Adventure of Misha and Piter
We present this exciting project by Misha and Piter, ambassadors of
THE PROJECT
The idea was simple but ambitious: to cycle along the entire coastline of the old continent, combining this journey with surfing sessions on some of the most iconic waves in Europe. But Misha and Piter didn’t want it to be just a personal adventure. They wanted to leave a positive mark on the environment and, at the same time, inspire others to explore and protect our planet.
PREPARATIONS AND PLANNING
Preparing for an adventure of this magnitude was not easy. For months, Misha and Piter planned every detail of their route, selected the right equipment and trained physically to be in the best possible shape. In addition, they worked in collaboration with us on
START OF THE ADVENTURE: TARIFA
The expedition started in Tarifa, where they reset their odometer, known for its strong winds and excellent surfing conditions. From here, Misha and Piter began their journey north, following the coast of the Iberian Peninsula. Every day represented a new adventure, facing different climatic and geographical challenges, but always with the motivation to reach their final destination.
TOUR OF THE COAST OF THE IBERIAN PENINSULA
On their journey along the Atlantic and Cantabrian coasts, they passed through emblematic places such as Cadiz and Huelva, with their endless beaches. They travelled the entire coast of Portugal with 850 km of coastline documenting the best surfing beaches on the Portuguese coast and travelling along routes such as "O trilho dos Pescadores". Galicia with its 1,498 kilometres of coastline pushed them to the limit, although it prepared them for the Cantabrian coast that bathes the coasts of Asturias, Cantabria and the Basque Country, known for its big waves and travelling along the Camino del Norte to Santiago as its main axis. They took advantage of the opportunity to surf and connect with the local community, sharing their message of conservation and sustainable adventure.
FRENCH ATLANTIC COAST
France was the next big challenge. On the south-west coast they suffered from unprecedented heat waves, which caused huge fires, and from a lack of waves, especially since this coastline is well known for its incredible surfing conditions. They travelled along the 1,700km of the Brittany coast and further north, to historic shores such as the Bay of St Michel, the Normandy landing beaches and the white cliffs of Etretat. They continued their waste collection activities on the beaches and as the kilometres went by, they planted more trees.
NORTH SEA
After leaving France behind, our adventurers headed north, passing through Belgium and the Netherlands. This leg of the trip was less mountainous but no less challenging, as they faced strong winds, called by local cyclists "the wind mountains". They continued through Germany, pedalling steadily along the flat shores of the North Sea to enter Denmark, geographically known as the Jutland peninsula.They travelled along the entire west coast, a country ideal for cycle tourism with a network of free shelters spread throughout its territory. In the north of Denmark they had travelled more than 8 thousand kilometres, but they still had an important challenge ahead of them: travelling along the entire coast of Norway to reach North Cape.
NORWEGIAN ATLANTIC COAST
Travelling for 5 thousand kilometres, between the granite mountains of the southwest, the endless fjords, glaciers and mountains of the central part, the wild west coast between the cities of Trondheim and Bodo until crossing the Arctic Circle.
ARCTIC
Misha and Piter had reached the Arctic. First they travelled to the magical Lofoten Islands, a destination not only known for its mountains that emerge from the sea, but also as one of the places where the best surfing in Norway is distilled. The next destination, the Northern Islands, took them right into the heart of the Arctic, reaching the city of Tromso, a city that saw the departure of ancient explorers such as Amundsen. In a last effort they crossed the Lyngen Alps towards the city of Alta, which gave them access to the arm of land that points north as if extending in an attempt to touch the North Pole and where their final objective was, North Cape, the northernmost point of the European continent. After months of travel, Misha and Piter finally reached their destination. This was a moment of great excitement and personal achievement, as they had not only completed their 12,237-kilometre journey with over 100,000 metres of elevation gain, but they had also achieved their goal of travelling sustainably and leaving a positive mark on the environment.
Sustainable Actions
Throughout their journey, Misha and Piter carried out two main sustainable actions: collecting waste on beaches and roads, and planting more than 300 trees. These actions not only helped reduce their carbon footprint, but also inspired many people to join their conservation efforts.
In every place they visited, they organised clean-up days with the local community, collecting tons of rubbish and educating people about the importance of keeping our coasts clean. In addition, in collaboration with several environmental organisations, they planted trees in deforested areas, contributing to reforestation and the fight against climate change.
Documenting the Adventure
To share their incredible experience and promote environmental awareness, Misha and Piter documented their entire journey in the documentary “The Coastline to Nordkapp.” This recently released film offers an intimate look at the challenges and joys of their journey, showcasing the beauty of European landscapes and the importance of conservation.
In the documentary, Misha and Piter can be seen braving storms, surfing impressive waves, and working with local communities on sustainability projects. Their story is not only inspiring, but also serves as a call to action for all of us, reminding us of the importance of taking care of our planet.
Conclusion
Misha and Piter's expedition to Nordkapp is a testament to passion, determination and commitment to sustainability.Through their love of bikepacking and surfing, they have achieved not only an incredible personal achievement, but also a positive impact on the environment and communities they encountered along the way.
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We invite you to watch their documentary "The Coastline to Nordkapp" and follow their future adventures, always with the aim of exploring, discovering and conserving. Until the next adventure!
