Tough times were behind me, but there was still a long way to go to fully recover. After surgery for a broken leg caused by a crash in Tuscany, I worked step by step to get back—and I made it back on my bike.

The FUGA 300 was a monumental cycling event that pushed me beyond the usual long rides I had done before. While a ride over 200 km is common for many cyclists, completing a 300 km ride is different.

It is one of the most beautiful rides in Lower Austria. It’s quite hilly and steep, and it feels even higher and steeper when you ride it with Dr. Bike – Norbert.

Riding through hilly terrain with scenic climbs and a peaceful environment while touching the city of Baden is a fantastic experience.

When it comes to hilly terrain and gaining significant elevation, the Wienerwald is an ideal choice.

One of my home favourite rides is to Rust at lake Neusiedl. Especially when you want to go more flat with this loop you gain k´s and can do a nice break at the local café on the main square in Rust.

Riding the Großglockner Hochalpenstraße is a must-have experience for any cyclist. As Austria's highest road, opened in 1935, it’s legendary, often featured in the Tour of Austria for pro riders.

One of the most beautiful areas in Austria is the Ausseerland, with its stunning lakes. When the weather is nice, there’s no shortage of activities to enjoy—including cycling.

Three days after my Timmelsjoch climb, another opportunity arose amidst promotion activities to take on a second ride. This time, I chose the road leading to the glacier.

It was my first year participating in events with SP Connect and also my first year back at SP. The combination of work and sport became more intertwined for me.