77.3 miles
After yesterday's gruelling trip we didn't exactly appreciate the caroling of the local church bells throughout the night. However
woke up and the flag was limp (campsite flag that is!) - this was joyous news and raised our hopes of an easier day's cycling.
On the road by 08.15 but our optimism was soon dashed as the wind slowly strengthened and clouds built up. Followed North Sea coastal route to Lauersoog where the rain started. Derek not too impressed by my attempt to get us back on schedule. Flashing glimpses of egrets, lapwing, tern and marsh harrier did not improve his humour. Managed a brief stop for windmill picture to prove we are in Holland.
Having covered 41 miles by 12.15, I succumbed to pressure to stop so a quiet sandwich break was had in Groningen.
Route finding out of Groningen proved difficult but eventually we were on our way into a stiff N.E. wind again. Lightening flashes and threatening clouds finally developed into a thunderstorm forcing us to take shelter next to a bemused Dutchman.
Cycled through Winschoten looking for campsite which we didn't find. However we did find two Dutch ladies who looked after us and escorted us to a Natuurkampeerterrein. This was like camping in somebodies huge back garden but with shower facilities and a kitchen.
Unfortunately no beer of the day and we had to cook (ie reconstitute) chicken? curry.
We liked Holland a little bit more today despite the length of the ride.
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