Around Venice in a Day

Italy had been heavily affected by the virus, but thankfully, no test was required to return home. We took the opportunity to visit Venice, a city with very few tourists at the time.
Even on a short holiday, I couldn't leave my bike behind, so I locked it in the car at the parking garage upon arrival. To make the most of my morning, I left the hotel at 4:30 am and took the first Vaporetto (water bus) to the parking area to prepare for my ride. By 5:45 am, I set off from the island to the mainland, Mestre, in the early morning darkness.
The first part of my ride was to Punta Sabbioni, where I planned to catch a boat to Venice Lido. The 30 km ride was mostly flat but included some rain and traffic. Once I passed Caposile, the roads improved, and I could ride on quieter routes. I was making good time, aiming to catch the 8:00 am boat, but just before Lido di Jesolo, I got a flat tire. Thankfully, I still had plenty of time to fix it and catch the next boat.
After some rain, the weather cleared up, and I continued on to Venice Lido. The flat terrain made for an easy ride, with the only "climb" being the 4th level of a parking garage. On my return, I took the ferry back along the southern side of Venice, enjoying the stunning views, including a glimpse of Piazza San Marco. It was a memorable and scenic ride, despite the challenges.

bike: Pretty Betty Specialized Tarmac S-Works
starring: Gerry Samer