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It’s really been a day of contrasts. Woke this morning to
more rain and wind. A bit of a sluggish start and did all the van ablutions,
emptying and filling, then back on the road again after a rather nice rest day
yesterday.
It was still raining and blowing a gale when we stopped in
Kramfors and I popped into the ICA and picked up a few fresh supplies then down
to the E4 and the High Coast Bridge that we had heard about. This crosses the
Angermanälven River which we had been staying on, and is the third longest
suspension bridge in Scandinavia. It is 1.8km long and the wind gusts today
made it not the most pleasant of crossings, Ruakiwi has a pretty big sail! We
were very pleased to get to the other side and park in the large parking area
with a great view of the bridge. Had lunch
and a wander around and the rain eased and the weather looked a lot brighter.
Decided to head south for another hour to the town of
Sandsvall and a good parking area for motorhomes right on the harbour and a
short walking distance to town. Did a bit of research in my “Rough Guide to
Sweden” as we drove down and found out that in 1888 this town which was home to
a big timber industry was burnt to the ground after a spark from a steam boat lit
the town brewery then spread through the town. 9000 people lost their homes. Within
a short time, the designing and rebuilding of the town started, entirely of
stone and in 10 years it was rebuilt. The streets are wide and walking through
it this evening we were very impressed with the architecture, so different to
what we have seen in Sweden. By now the weather had improved and the wind had
eased and we enjoyed wandering the streets and taking in the sights. The town
was full of painted dinosaurs, all shapes and designs, guess it must be a summer
theme. Stopped for a beer and later spotted a very popular Italian Restaurant
and enjoyed a very good pizza and some gelato. It’s been another good day.
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A very dismal start to the day!
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View down the river
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The High Coast Bridge
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Downtown Sandsvall....Lime Scooters everywhere
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Just loved all the painted dinosaurs
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This lad was dressed by his mates
for his stag party weekend, we think!
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Really good gelato..to share!
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Trying to get a photo of the sign
above...and got a selfie!
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Italian restaurant
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Tonight's view.
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Such a great freedom camping spot.
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