So I made it back last week. I spent just short of six weeks on the road and did 13,450km, 20 different countries 26 countries in total. I left Ireland intending to go north but after delaying a day due to heavy downpours in U.K. And then riding through heavy rain all the way to Bremen I decided based on the next weeks shite forecast to head south and look for some sun. I had to be in Helsinki in 2 weeks time so I spent the fortnight touring Southern Europe all the way down to Croatia. Did the grossglockner, visited Hitler's summer pad and went to the church of bones in Kutna Hora. Arrived in Finland on august 25th. Made my way up around the coast road and down to Sundsvall. Took a right turn there and headed straight to Trondheim. Agree completely with your assessment of the Atlantic road. Only head there if your passing through. I did go to Hell just for the photo ! I also climbed to Lysebolton for the photo on the rock ! I enjoyed Scandinavia I really enjoyed the fact that everyone spoke English and had some great conversations with the locals. Essential for the lone traveller. Never had any issues with the authorities or on the road. I would recommend the route I took for anybody who wants to extend their travelling experience to the next level beyond France and Austria if you know what I mean. Enjoy.