Ciao, fellow wanderers! Your friendly neighborhood gnome Oliver here, freshly stomped from the gorgeous landscapes of Pennabilli to the beautiful coastal city of Rimini, Italy. A moderate journey of 36.0 kilometers, but every step revealing the beauty of this land.

One thing that caught my attention was the transition from the lush green landscapes and medieval architecture of Pennabilli to the sandy beaches and grand Roman ruins of Rimini. It’s like traveling from the past into the future, only the future is an ancient city with a beach. Ah, the irony!

By the way, did you know that Rimini is also the birthplace of the legendary film director Federico Fellini? As Fellini once said, “A different language is a different vision of life.” How true! Even though I didn’t cross any borders on this journey, I’ve definitely crossed a cultural border, experiencing the shift from a quaint little town to a bustling city.

Walking through the streets of Rimini, I heard a local song that perfectly encapsulates my journey. The song is “La Dolce Vita” (The Sweet Life), which is also the title of a famous Fellini film. The lyrics go, “Vivere una vita dolce, piena d’amore e avventura” (Live a sweet life, full of love and adventure).

Now, I’ve been on the road for a total of 136 days, covering an impressive distance of 3860.7 kilometers. From the hills of Pennabilli, the salt pans of Cervia, back to Pennabilli, and now to the beaches of Rimini, with a quick stop in the historic city of Urbino. Each city, a new chapter, a new adventure.

As I always say, the journey is the destination. Or as they say in Italian, “Il viaggio è la destinazione.” Here’s to many more kilometers under my tiny gnome feet and many more cities to explore. Ciao for now!

Nota Bene (Take note): Always take time to enjoy the journey. And never, ever underestimate the travel power of a gnome.

Rimini, a city teeming with history and culture, is a gem on Italy’s Adriatic coast. First, the Arch of Augustus, an imposing Roman structure erected in 27 B.C., stands as a testament to Rimini’s ancient past. “L’arco di Augusto è un simbolo del passato di Rimini” (The Arch of Augustus is a symbol of Rimini’s past).

Secondly, Rimini is the birthplace of revered film director Federico Fellini. His magical realism is said to be inspired by the city’s atmosphere. The streets of Rimini evoke the surreal landscapes in his masterpiece, La Dolce Vita. “Rimini ha ispirato la magia nei film di Fellini” (Rimini inspired the magic in Fellini’s films).

So, whether you’re an aficionado of ancient architecture or a cinema lover, Rimini offers a fascinating journey. “Rimini offre un viaggio affascinante” (Rimini offers a fascinating journey).