GermaniaRheinland-PfalzBacharachMünz-Bach50°3’24” N 7°45’46” E
4 ottobre 2023, Germania ⋅ ☁️ 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 tookLeggi altro
5 ottobre 2023, Germania ⋅ ☁️ 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 🥰)
Viaggiatore They sure have interesting architecture there. Quite interesting to view all the historical features and views. October fest too
6 ottobre 2023, Germania ⋅ ☀️ 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 ofLeggi altro
GermaniaBavariaRothenburg ob der Tauber49°22’35” N 10°10’47” E
6 ottobre 2023, Germania ⋅ ☁️ 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 earlierLeggi altro
6 ottobre 2023, Germania ⋅ ⛅ 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 goesLeggi altro
GermaniaBavariaFüssenBad FaulenbachHohes Schloss Füssen47°34’2” N 10°41’53” E
7 ottobre 2023, Germania ⋅ ☁️ 63 °F
Touristy, but kind of neat once you get away from the main commercial drag. The town has a thousand year history, so there are some hidden gems around. The river has its unique milky color due toLeggi altro
GermaniaBavariaSchwangauHohenschwangauAlpsee47°33’14” N 10°43’57” E 8 ottobre 2023, Germania ⋅ ☁️ 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 wasLeggi altro
GermaniaBavariaMünchen, LandeshauptstadtAngerviertel48°8’6” N 11°34’11” E
9 ottobre 2023, Germania ⋅ ☁️ 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 partLeggi altro
GermaniaBavariaMünchen, LandeshauptstadtGraggenauField Marshals' Hall48°8’28” N 11°34’40” E 10 ottobre 2023, Germania ⋅ ⛅ 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.Leggi altro
GermaniaBavariaMunichMarienplatz48°8’16” N 11°34’47” E 10 ottobre 2023, Germania ⋅ ☁️ 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 outLeggi altro
Beautiful old castle and grounds. Aunt Wendy [A. Wendy]