![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/20261014_111606-1038x576.jpg "View of eastern Favignana")
Today, the excursion to the Aegadian Islands – originally planned for the day before – finally took place: I spent the day on Favignana, the largest of the Aegadian Islands. Continue reading Island off the island
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![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/20261013_102607-1038x576.jpg "View over Zingaro Nature Reserve towards the north")
What a coastline!
I had actually planned to take a trip to one of the Egadi Islands today: However, I had not reckoned with the ferry company – or rather, its enthusiastic customers: All the return trips for the afternoon were already fully booked (at least online). So, I headed in the opposite direction instead, and explored the Zingaro Nature Reserve. Continue reading What a coastline!
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/20261012_145648-1038x576.jpg "View over Erice")
(Small) towns in western Sicily
The dark clouds have not quite cleared away yet. That is why I played it safe today and put outdoor activities on hold, opting instead to stroll through a few charming small (or larger) towns. Continue reading (Small) towns in western Sicily
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/20261009_144736-1038x576.jpg "Cefalù")
Between Rain and Sunshine
At my first “real” stop in Sicily, in Cefalù, I was finally caught by the rains that had already been forecast for Rome. Even so, it could definitely have been worse, and I made the most of the sunshine in between. Continue reading Between Rain and Sunshine
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/20261009_075520-1038x576.jpg "Ferry ride to Sicily")
By train across the Strait of Messina
I generally enjoy traveling by train. However, this particular trip had a very special feature: a ferry crossing on the train. Continue reading By train across the Strait of Messina
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/20250915_133329-1038x576.jpg "View of Monaco")
French Riviera and Provence
In late summer 2025, I enjoyed three weeks at the French Riviera and in Provence, with a side trip to Monaco. On the way there and back, I also travelled through Italy and Switzerland, respectively.
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/20250925_103801-1038x576.jpg "View towards the Viaduct of Calanque du Jonquier")
Niol-oh-well-n
Actually, I have reported that Cassis would be my last stop on the coast. That is also true as far as overnight stays go. However, I had another two hours to fill today on the drive to my next accommodation (further inland). I used these two hours for a short detour to Niolon, just west of Marseille. Continue reading Niol-oh-well-n
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/20250923_122450-1038x576.jpg "View of Calanque d'En-Vau from the viewpoint")
The Calanques of Cassis
The French Riviera may be known for cities like Nice, Cannes, or Saint Tropez in its eastern part, but when it comes to nature, the coast becomes increasingly beautiful towards the west, I think: As mentioned, I already liked the cliffs of Porquerolles, but the Calanques in the national park of the same name between Marseille and Cassis, my westernmost (and last) stop on the French Riviera, are trulyin a class of their own. Continue reading The Calanques of Cassis
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/20250920_101302-1038x576.jpg "Southern coast of Porquerolles")
Peninsula and Island
I spent the last two and a half days in and around Hyères. Most of my (active) time, I spent outside the city limits, though: on the Presqu’île de Giens and the offshore island of Porquerolles. Continue reading Peninsula and Island
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/20250919_111806-1038x576.jpg "View of Cannes")
Can(nes) be recommended?
Originally, Cannes was not on my itinerary. However, since I had at least six hours to fill between check-out and check-in, but only about a three-hour train ride to take, I decided to spend about four and a half hours in glamorous Cannes. Continue reading Can(nes) be recommended?