3° Day – From Chioggia to Latisana

Sunday, October 22, 2023 – 3rd day of the journey from Chioggia (VE) to Latisana (UD).

Following the unpleasant experience of the night, where we stayed at a poor-quality, damp, and very (very!) noisy hotel, we set off towards Trieste Latisana. Reaching Trieste would have required a considerable amount of energy, so we opted for an intermediate stop in the Friulian city.

To reach Latisana, we had to cross the Venetian Lagoon. Along the way, we had to cross 3 islets, which meant taking 3 different ferries, separated by a stretch of 9 kilometers that we could pedal. To ensure we made it in time for each ferry, we engaged in a “race” with the bus that connects the various sections, a real tour de force that, however, rewarded our efforts. A small note of interest: we didn’t know that a marathon was scheduled in Venice. It was probably for the best, as otherwise, we would have certainly taken a longer route, which would have consumed more energy!

In Latisana, we stayed at the Hotel Cigno with a brand-new attached residence, a truly superb Bike Hotel that comes highly recommended.