This was my last day of cycling – so I was determined to make the most of it! Knowing the route in the other direction made it even more appealing. It is just so stunning.

I left the campsite as the sun started to break through the clouds – good news for the English PhD students who needed sunny conditions for their data collection! The climb over to Leknes was easy and I visited my favourite supermarket for the third time. Then it was the underwater tunnel and back to the most spectacular scenery.

At Skagsand I stopped and watched the surfers enjoying the waves. And there was a shack with coffee and waffles.

From the beach I picked up a tail wind – but it propelled me towards the cloudy end of Lofoten, and back into drizzle.

But Reina was as good as ever, even in dull conditions. I spent an hour wandering around a couple of art galleries and cafes. The village has a sea kayak centre where some youngsters were having their first lesson.

And finally, through my last two tunnels (I’ll miss them – they’re nice and dry inside) back to Moskenes. I have pitched my tent and put on every item of clothing that I brought with me in an attempt to stay warm until the lovely sea food restaurant opens in about an hour.