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4 segments from The Long Circle South / 2026. Filter the full log with the same tag.
The route leaves the coast early and follows Calabria’s inland spine, delivering sustained, technical riding through dense and irregular terrain. Tropea marks the return to open coastline after a long phase of contained mountain progression.
First rest day in Palermo after completing the southbound Basel to Sicily motorcycle expedition, focused on family reunion and exploring Palermo’s historic center and markets.
The second day in Palermo moves from dense urban immersion to elevated perspective and coastal release. It builds understanding through layers, not speed, expanding the city into its wider geographic and cultural context.
A final outward extension from Palermo to Cefalù creates contrast and perspective before the return begins. The day ends with consolidation and preparation, marking the shift from arrival to northbound movement.
