
My Journey
No half measures...
In August 2023, I left Germany on my bike – no fixed route, no return date.
I was tired of the noise in my head, the repetition, the habits that kept me numb.
I needed movement, distance, silence.
This journey isn’t about adventure. It’s about responsibility.
It’s about learning how to live with myself –
with the land, with people, and with what really matters.


Preparing for a Long Journey
Thoughts for those who feel the pull, but haven’t yet taken the step.
1. It didn’t start with a decision
There was no single moment. Just a quiet thought that kept returning.
An idea: “Maybe I could ride a bike from Germany to New Zealand.”
It turned into daydreams. Then came YouTube, documentaries, others doing it.
And at some point, I stopped doubting that it was possible.
2. The noise before the silence
Planning was overwhelming.
Working full-time, managing tasks, logistics, emotions – until I forgot why I even started.
My head was so full, I just functioned.
What made it harder: other people’s opinions.
So I kept the whole thing to myself. I waited until the point of no return – until I had to go.
Yes, some called me crazy. Yes, some projected their own fears onto me.
But I learned not to take it personally.
Most resistance from others is just unspoken fear.
3. Lessons I didn’t expect
-
Self-doubt is quiet – and it corrodes from within
-
Leaving was just the visible part. Taking full responsibility started earlier.
-
Letting go is real work: contracts, objects, insurances, registrations
I had no idea how deeply I was tied to my old life.
It shocked me.
But step by step, it got lighter.
4. What turned out to be essential
I had a route. But it changed quickly.
I thought I needed the perfect setup. I didn’t.
In the end, all I needed was one thing: my WHY.
Especially when things got hard.
The WHY wasn’t always clear – but it was always there.
I often thought I needed the right environment to feel grounded.
Later, I noticed it had more to do with my own state of mind.
5. If you’re preparing to leave
-
Don’t overthink it
-
Let the moment come
-
Build self-trust like a daily ritual
-
Doubt will come. Don’t feed it.
"Just take the next step. The rest comes later."

"He/She who has a WHY to live,
can bear almost any HOW."
- Friedrich Nietzsche -
When one idea can change everything
Every country has its own rhythm.
Some opened me up, some challenged me, some broke something loose inside.
This list is more than a route.
It’s a reminder of the places I’ve moved through – and how they’ve moved me.
Step by step, I’ll be writing about each country in more depth – stories, lessons, moments I want to remember.
Each flag will lead to a blog post. Not all of them are ready yet – but they will be.
And if you want to follow along, feel free to join the newsletter. I’ll share each new piece as it comes.
The Road So Far
Where I’ve been – and what stayed with me.
Czech Republic - Aug 2023
Short and steep. First of many border crossings
Slovakia - Aug 2023
Quick crossing. Learned being more patient.
Germany – 29. July 2023
This is where the journey began – with doubts, hope, and open roads.
Austria - Aug 2023
Quiet trails, clean air. Something inside me softened.
Hungary - Sep 2023
Long roads. Big storms. A reminder that detours shape the journey.
Slovenia - Sep 2023
Green and Beautiful. One of my favourite countries.
Tempting to stay.
Croatia - Sep 2023
Stripped down: no comfort, no certainty – nature, the bike, and survival mode.
Montenegro - Oct 2023
Small country, big impact – rugged peaks, quiet fjords, and a reminder of risk.
Italy - Sep 2023
Quick Crossing twice. Worth for the Country-Count
Bosnia - Sep 2023
First time I hit my limit. Bosnia challenged me – and left a mark with its story and land.
Kosovo - Nov 2023
I entered with doubt and left with heart. Kosovo was the biggest surprise so far.
Albania - Nov 2023
Again, but deeper. Albania brought connection – and change. stunning views, raw extremes
Albania - Oct 2023
Albania was wild – dogs everywhere, plans undone, and one illegal border crossing.
North-Macedonia - Nov 2023
Unpredictable and powerful. North Macedonia reminded me: trust the next turn
Greece - Dec 2023
Shared struggle, deep bonds. Greece asked a lot – and gave even more.
Georgia -
March - July 2024
Fate led me here. Georgia gave me time, people, and deep inner work. This wasn’t just a stop. Georgia became a mirror and a turning point
Uzbekistan - July 2024
A new world unfolded. Ancient cities, brutal trains, and the most intense border crossing yet.
Kazahkstan - July 2024
The journey rolled on – Kazakhstan stripped things down. Space, heat, and the first real taste of Asia.
Tadjikistan - Aug 2024
Pamir peaks, Afghan valleys, and a solo ride through the wild. Tajikistan was raw, vast, unforgettable
China - Sep 2024
Short stay, strong shift. China felt like another planet – on the way to Pakistan.
India - Oct - Jan 2024/2025
A world of its own. India challenged all senses – and something deeper. India was intense. and showed me beauty I wasn’t ready for.
Pakistan -
Sep - Oct 2024
Pakistan surprised me deeply. Beauty, kindness, and chaos. Gave me more than I ever expected.
Sri Lanka - Jan - Apr 2025
I stayed longer than planned – because Sri Lanka felt like a gift. And left with memories I’ll carry forever.
India - Apr - June 2025
Ten days in silence. Endless heat. And a new layer of India I won’t forget. India showed me contrast – and I’m grateful for both.
Vietnam - Sep 2025
Coming soon - very excited for South-East-Asia
Nepal - July - Now 2025
Mountains, rain, and warm hearts. Nepal invites me to slow down and walk.
story is not over yet