Ocean view ride

Today was a good day, and although it is not over yet, when i look back on it out of all the things that signalled Spring is here; today was the defining moment that spoke to me.

I hopped on Wix with James on Mustang Passion and off we went into the cool air and warm sunshine. We cycled from Hellerup all along the coast towards Klampenborg.

The air still had a bit of a bite to it but more so than that, the sun was out and accompanied us all the way. The coastline is extremely beautiful and I would recommend the cycle to anyone as there are no hills or curves, its just an easy scenic ride.

We cycled past Klampenborg, through a forest path and came across the land of wealth; mansion homes perched in all their luxury a top the cliffed coastline that edged the water.

This is a view of one of the houses that are up for sale.

Majestic view from the road.

Tummies started grumbling so we decided to head back to a lovely scenic spot (actually reminds me a lot of Camps Bay in Cape Town) there is a stretch of white sand, with a grass park, horses on the beach, volleyball nets up, topless tanners and the sea air stroking your face.

Wix and Mustang Passion taking a break

Beautiful theatre across the road from the beach

Tree's bare no leaves...not today at least but it will come

So as we nestled on the grass, watched dogs chase balls, and horses prance along the shore... we unpacked our lunch; cheeses, fig, apples, grapes, meats...

The chill in the air was hard to avoid although the sun shone and heated our clothes, it still wasn't the time to be whipping off my hoody and catching a tan. So we hopped back on our bikes in hot pursuit of some Italian ice cream.

I had seen many pics of Copenhagen, interesting sites and designs, and I remember seeing this one, so I was very surprised when i cycled right past; thought for a moment and turned back around to grab a photo;

The Skovshoved Petrol Station

This historic petrol station can be found up North. It first opened in 1936, and it was designed by Arne Jacobsen.

It is an example of the functionalist style typical of that time. You can see the oval shaped canopy which looks like a mushroom, it offers shade for motorists and illuminates from beneath as a beacon to motorists looking for a station to fill their tank at.

And that was that, a leisurely cycle, full stomachs, rays on our faces and a warm heart...knowing that Summer is within my reach and I cannot wait.