The cycling commute

I just about managed to keep up my goal of cycling to work (around 24 km each way) at least once a month, after finding a nice route back along the bicycle “Autobahn” through the ex Spinelli barracks in Mannheim, adding a few more photos to my commute collection on the way.

A tall, modern apartment building stands against a clear blue sky, framed by leafless trees.A tall, concrete structure features a sticker or plaque that says LOVE WALADOO HATE RACISM against a blue sky background.A concrete overpass with a distinct triangular section is situated above railway tracks against a clear blue sky.A winding road passes through lush green fields, lined with trees, under a partly cloudy sky with distant hills in the background.Two fluffy, brown Highland cows graze near a bushy, green area with trees in the background.A metal bridge with graffiti spans over a river, with trees and clouds in the background.A barge is navigating through a canal lock surrounded by buildings and greenery.A metal bridge with a crisscross design stands against a cloudy sky, with greenery visible in the background.A series of tall, industrial-style structures stand over a canal, with bridges and railings connecting them under a cloudy sky.A winding path leads through grassy fields towards a cable-stayed bridge with a tall tower visible in the background.A small bird stands in a field of tall, dry grasses next to a set of stone steps.A pedestrian suspension bridge with graffiti on its pillar is set against a backdrop of modern buildings and a grassy area.A cable-stayed bridge structure is framed against a clear blue sky with several buildings and a tree visible in the background.A series of cables radiate outward from a central mast against a clear blue sky.A tall suspension bridge structure with cables radiating from a central pillar is set against a clear blue sky, with a building visible in the background.A calm river reflects the clear blue sky and surrounding buildings at dusk.A tranquil riverside scene at sunset features a tall tower and bridge against a backdrop of clouds and a colorful sky.

It’s not all idyllic, but I can ride pretty much the whole way on cycle paths with this route, though on the final stretch, I made a detour away from a cycle route running along a loud main road. It’s great to have the option of doing this, along with the tram, or the folding bike and train… though they all take significantly longer than the car, or - naturally - working from home…

Sebastian Abbott @doublebdoublet