Category: The Road to the Extremes
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Capo d’Otranto – the Easternmost Point of Italy
Dressed in running shoes, white shorts, and a neon green jacket, I undoubtedly stood out. […]
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Palizzi – the Southernmost Point of Mainland Italy
Flying nowadays feels like a circus act. Squeezing yourself, your bag, and your jacket into a seat barely big enough for a child—it’s not exactly the picture of luxury. […]
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Vatican City – the Extreme Points
Four hours after stepping inside, I walked out of the Vatican, exhausted but exhilarated. I had done it. […]
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Sundholmen – the Easternmost Point of Mainland Sweden
Winter transformed everything. Fishermen dotted the frozen river, snowmobiles roared by occasionally, and the outdoor spa pool at Cape East sent up great plumes of steam. […]
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Galdhøpiggen – the Highest Point in Norway
Many people dream of conquering these peaks for years, and sadly, not all of them will ever act on those dreams, nor will everyone make it to the top. […]
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Nuorgam – the Northernmost Point of Finland
Many have tried to capture the beauty of Lapland through words or paintings, but only true artists can truly capture its essence. […]
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Kolttapahta – the Northernmost Point of Sweden
Kilpisjärvi is steeped in myth. According to legend, the lake was formed from the tears of Malla the Maiden and her mother, weeping over a ruined wedding. […]
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Virmajärvi – the Easternmost Point of Finland
It’s so far east that it surpasses both St. Petersburg and Kyiv. Yet, despite its remarkable geographical significance, it is a place that feels like a distant world […]
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Knivskjelodden – the Northernmost Point of Norway’s Proper Territory
The “fake” northernmost point, North Cape, remains visible on the right as you hike the final stretch. On this clear day, I almost feel sorry for all the tourists happily at North Cape […]
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Halti – the Highest Point in Finland
I make the mistake of walking on the wrong side of the reindeer fence, which leads me straight into a sheer vertical stone wall. With no way around, I crawl under the fence […]
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Kibergsneset – the Easternmost Point of Mainland Norway
The following morning, I wake up early. It’s either because I’m cold, or because every inch of my body hurts—probably both. […]
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Kebnekaise – the Highest Point in Sweden
I looked back at the Kebnekaise massif, now covered in clouds, knowing it would be a while before I returned—if ever. [..]
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Hornøya – the Easternmost Point of Norway’s Proper Territory
At first glance, Hornøya might not seem all that remarkable, blending seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. But make no mistake […]
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Fornæs – the Easternmost Point of Mainland Denmark
I could only imagine how different Fornæs must be in summer — with the warmth of the sun, longer days, and the soft bustle of the high season. […]
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Gedser Odde – the Southernmost Point of Denmark’s Proper Territory
One of the main attractions at Gedser Odde is the Sydstenen, a large stone marking Denmark’s southernmost point. Weighing around 4 tons, the Sydstenen is believed to be about 1 billion years old. […]
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Møllehøj – the Highest Point in Denmark
Small snowflakes drift gently from the sky, adding a touch of winter magic to the landscape. Despite its modest height of just 171 meters above sea level, Møllehøj stands proudly as Denmark’s highest peak. […]
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Blåvandshuk – the Westernmost Point of Mainland Denmark
Blåvandshuk is a beautiful name. It’s Danish and translates to Cape of Blue Water. Located on the western coast of Denmark, it’s just a 40-minute drive from Esbjerg. […]
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Smygehuk – the Southernmost Point of Sweden
Two young guys zoom by in a Ferrari and a Porsche—definitely a sign that spring has arrived to Smygehuk. […]
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Grenen – the Northernmost Point of Mainland Denmark
Skagen, no, not the Swedish shrimp sandwich, but the town in Denmark itself […]
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Padborg – the Southernmost Point of Mainland Denmark
Padborg, when I finally arrived, wasn’t exactly a buzzing metropolis. With fewer than 4,500 residents, it’s more of a border town than a destination. […]