TysklandRheinland-PfalzBacharachMünz-Bach50°3’24” N 7°45’46” E
4. oktober 2023, Tyskland ⋅ ☁️ 63 °F
Hike including views of vineyards, famous chapel ruins, an old castle fortress that's been converted into a really neat hostel, and some little donkey-paths (several a bit steep) my hiking route tookLæs mere
TysklandBavariaRothenburg ob der TauberRothenburg ob der Tauber-WildbadGebsattler Gate49°22’28” N 10°10’48” E
5. oktober 2023, Tyskland ⋅ ☁️ 59 °F
I'll be exploring more in depth tomorrow, but here are a few preliminary pics of neat, medieval Rothenburg (including views from my room 🥰)
TysklandBavariaRothenburg ob der TauberFuchsmühleKlingentorbastei Barbican49°22’52” N 10°10’36” E
6. oktober 2023, Tyskland ⋅ ☀️ 54 °F
This place might be one of my favorites so far. Really fun atmosphere (they're not afraid to capitalize on their medieval vibe) and interesting history (this was the main ruling and trade center ofLæs mere
TysklandBavariaRothenburg ob der Tauber49°22’35” N 10°10’47” E
6. oktober 2023, Tyskland ⋅ ☁️ 64 °F
Housed in an old monastery, the building was as interesting as the exhibits (which were surprisingly varied and included a hell of a weaponry collection). Note the painting with my door from earlierLæs mere
6. oktober 2023, Tyskland ⋅ ⛅ 66 °F
Follows the old medieval town walls (large parts of it are walkable and even covered, which would have been nice all the times it rained on me for other town and wall walks 😭🤣). Part of it goesLæs mere
TysklandBavariaFüssenBad FaulenbachHohes Schloss Füssen47°34’2” N 10°41’53” E
TysklandBavariaSchwangauHohenschwangauAlpsee47°33’14” N 10°43’57” E 8. oktober 2023, Tyskland ⋅ ☁️ 64 °F
Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein, "Mad" King Ludwig's famous castles. The first is actually the older one, where he actually grew up. The second is his more famous "fairytale castle project," and wasLæs mere
TysklandBavariaMünchen, LandeshauptstadtAngerviertel48°8’6” N 11°34’11” E
9. oktober 2023, Tyskland ⋅ ☁️ 73 °F
Once you get into the Old Town city center, Munich is pretty neat. Lots of interesting history (and biergartens), so you know I'm happy. Part two of the walk will commence tomorrow. Today's partLæs mere
TysklandBavariaMünchen, LandeshauptstadtGraggenauField Marshals' Hall48°8’28” N 11°34’40” E 10. oktober 2023, Tyskland ⋅ ⛅ 72 °F
The original residence of the Wittelsbach rulers of Bavaria, this complex is HUGE. Many parts were demolished during WWII, but were faithfully restored. The model shows how massive the complex is.Læs mere
TysklandBavariaMunichMarienplatz48°8’16” N 11°34’47” E 10. oktober 2023, Tyskland ⋅ ☁️ 73 °F
More pics of Munich, including gorgeous English Gardens (yes, Engliah gardens in Munich lol), and the original Hofbrauhaus (where I absolutely got a beer -- and met a tour guide that I then hung outLæs mere
Beautiful old castle and grounds. Aunt Wendy [A. Wendy]