A tour for Dick Lovett BMW Motorrad customers (mainly) – the group at the end of the B500 with grins all round! A really great group & lots of sunshine made for a fabulous tour.
We meet everyone at Eurotunnel
After a briefing – we’re off
The first night is in Calais
Rob & Kev with huge beers!
Always a morning briefing
On the way to our first stop
Coffee stop
“What an amazing holiday this was! John & Jen are hugely experienced tour operators and it shows. Amazing roads & quality hotels with buckets of character. The world’s biggest cuckoo clock, Europe’s largest waterfalls, a WW1 museum and the B500; it had it all! I will definitely be travelling with them again” [Olly’s 5* Google review – thanks! – J&J]
Olly Powers, 1st tour, BMW R1250 GSA, Somerset
We ALWAYS regroup for any motorway
Where Nasher knocks off Vince’s mirror!
Pavement parking at lunch stop
No mistaking which is which!
“Our first time with John & Jen of BN European Tours on their Black Forest Tour, unsure of what to expect as you cannot always believe the hype – but the hype was true. From the moment we were met off the Eurotunnel, we were greeted like friends and everyone was quickly introduced, then off to the first night’s hotel, nice secure parking and the rooms given out quickly, without the hassle of queuing up to check in, this became the norm for every night’s accommodation, which was very good. Even though we had travelled a lot in Europe, we were taken to roads that were amazing and very quiet, this was repeated every day, we had the mixture as they had promised, lots and lots of fun twisty roads with amazing views to keep our pillions happy. The hotels were perfect and it was great to ride and socialise with such a great bunch of people; the second man drop off system worked a treat and even though it seemed like a big gap between riders, you were only stopped a couple of minutes. John and Jen have every detail covered, from great routes, to hosting the arranged evening meals that were included, no-one was left out. Superb organisation allowed us to arrive each night knowing we did not have to plan the next – we could simply relax and reflect on the days riding. Cannot recommend this company enough, thanks for a great tour.”
Ian & Jo Street, BMW R1250 RT, Bristol
Ride down the Circuit Chimay
Afternoon coffee stop
Ride alongside the River Semois
Our 4* hotel
“A fantastic week of riding through France and down into the Black Forest in Germany. The guided tour that BN European Tours provide is excellent and I would thoroughly recommend to anyone who wants to go on a stress free bike tour.
The hotels are great and the luggage van is a brilliant addition and the routes are 5*. Will definitely be booking on another trip in the future” [Kev’s 5* Google review – thanks! – J&J]
Kev Powell, BMW R1250 GS Trophy, Bristol
Drinks before dinner
Dinner is included tonight
A lovely Rose wine
Rich & Heidi
John starts the jokes…
Another guest joins in…
It’s just for Heidi !!!
“We just got back from the Black Forest tour and had a fantastic trip. John & Jen really looked after us and the planning was faultless. The roads they chose were amazing. I know that everyone on the trip had a great time and I think most of us are looking to see which trip we book next with BN. Thank you both for a great experience” [Scott’s 5* Google review – thanks! J&J]
Scott Martin, BMW F850 GSA, Somerset
A lovely sunrise
Morning briefing
Coffee stop
Parking at lunch stop
It’s scorching hot!
No ice-creams – the shop’s closed !
“This was my third time doing the Black Forest trip with John and Jen, and once again, it was absolutely incredible. The attention to detail they put into every part of the journey is truly astonishing. From the perfectly planned routes along breathtaking roads to the stunning scenery and hand-picked hotels—everything was top-notch. Add in the amazing company, and it becomes an unforgettable experience. You’ve done it again, John and Jen! We already can’t wait for September.”
Rich (6 trips) & Heidi (3 trips) Ward, KTM 1290 Adventure, Gloucestershire
Welcome beers at Baden-Baden…
With John – who’s been in the air-conditioned van!!
Our next hotel
John has a bib with his ribs!
As does Andy N
“I had the most fantastic time during the Black Forest tour last week. My first long distance European road trip and it was faultless with great organisation and attention to detail. The route, roads and stop off destinations were varied and delivered the most amazing experience. Wonderful hotels, food, drink…and together with a great group. Hats off to John and Jen for a super tour. I can hardly wait for the next one…”
Andy Newbery, BMW F850 GSA, Bristol
It’s a lovely town
Breakfast in the cafe opposite
Morning briefing
We ride the B500 – mind the bends!
It’s a brilliant road
Jen’s hiding to take photos…
Vince – BMW R1250 RS
“Many years and motorcycling miles ago I coined the phrase in John & Jen’s visitors’ book “Fanmotorcyclingtastic” – this is as true today as then – in fact even better, but I can’t think of a better superlative! So it’s “Fanmotorcyclingtastic and more” – and that’s down to John & Jen. If you are thinking about a tour do it NOW with BN Tours”
Vince Braint, 12 trips, BMW R1250 RS, East Sussex
Kev – BMW R1250 GS Trophy
Kev again
Rob – BMW R1250 RS
Chris “Nasher” – BMW 1000XR
Rich & Heidi – KTM 1290 Adventure
Olly – BMW R1250 GSA
Huw – BMW R1300 GS
Ian & Jo – BMW R1250 RT
Scott – BMW F850 GSA
Andy N – BMW F850 GSA followed by…
Mike – KTM 1290 Adventure
Steve & Por – Triumph Tiger 1050 Sport
Dave – BMW R Nine T followed by…
Andy R – Triumph 1200 Speedmaster
John on our Suzuki GSXS1000
Fab riding
We re-group at the end
Vince was still having fun!
The group at the end of the B500
Freudenstadt for coffee
So pretty
Heidi & Rich have cakes…
As do Jo & Ian
And Kev & others
We continue on more fab roads
Jen was following this car in the van…
Unbelievable!
Next stop – the anticipation is unbearable!!
For the cuckoo to strike !!!
So many cuckoo clocks
Get ready…
For a waltz – Us! (thanks Jo!)
Lunch stop
Our next hotel for two nights
Is in the Southern Black Forest
With flower displays
And right near the lake
Heidi loves their room!
Drinks before dinner
Dinner is included again
There has to be…
Black Forest Gateau !!
The next day many go for a ride-out
Dave in the lead
Brilliant roads
Vince
Andy R
Coffee stop
Heidi & Rich enjoy ice-creams
Scott, Olly & Andy N have cakes
The Basilica
Olly
Scott & Andy N
Andy N
En-route
Steve & Por
Ian & Jo
Amazing roads
Vince again!
Fields of sunflowers
Ride through vineyards
All in the shade it’s so hot (missing Ian & Jo)
Those who rode to the High Rhine Waterfalls
Take a boat trip
So many fish
Steve & Por
Olly
Drinks back at the hotel
Kev & Rob took kayaks out on the lake
Then enjoyed a beer!
Superb food in our hotel restaurant
A briefing before we depart
Stop at a viewing area – after a downpour!
Waterproofs as we leave the Black Forest!
Jen’s leading on our GSXS1000
Scott
Huw
Mike
Chris “Nasher”
Steve & Por
Dave
Andy R
Rob
Ian & Jo
Rob & Kev
Andy N
Vince
Rich & Heidi
At coffee stop the sun’s out again
Heidi needs to cool down!
So many cakes!
At lunch stop there’s a new ride – Vince
Steve
& Jen have a go (plus many others)
Jen’s back…
John
Steve
& Vince
We stop at a viewing area…
In the Vosges Mountains
All the “Dick Lovett” customers
Plus us!
Afternoon coffee stop
Then a free night in Epinal
Briefing in the hotel garage
Coffee stop
Lunch stop
Leaving lunch
It’s hot again!
Ice lollies at fuel stop
Our final hotel…
Is opposite “Merlin’s” Castle
Drinks before dinner
Dinner is included again tonight
Cheers! (Andy N)
There’s a hot air balloon
The t-shirt shop is open!
So what size is Scott?!
New recruits – Olly, Andy N & Scott
And Steve
Getting ready to leave
Final briefing…
Rich’s KTM won’t start – jump leads sorted…
A gorgeous GSD puppy was watching!
Lunch stop at Albert…
With time to visit the 1916 Museum
All back to Eurotunnel
Where Jen finds another puppy!
And that’s all folks! Huge thanks to Rich Ward for arranging for us to run this tour for Dick Lovett’s customers – plus a few extras! It was great to meet all the newbies! Thanks also to Rich & Heidi for riding as “Back-markers” on the tour. We look forward to seeing many of you again in the future. Ride safe – John & Jen.
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