Well, just as I was thinking everything had gone so smoothly and as planned... I had even avoided France due to planned industrial action on the railways (apart from passing through Gare du Nord to Gare du Lyon at the start of my trip). I awoke however to hear of a strike affecting most of the trains in Belgium. Luxembourg Station was in great confusion as train after train to Brussels was cancelled. Eventually I took the bull by the horns and managed to get a bus there. The indignity of it all - a First Class Inter Rail Pass Holder having to go by bus! In fairness, it was a clean, comfortable luxury coach, and it made it up the motorway in 3 hours - the same time as the train would have taken.
I had decided to check in at the new Radisson Red Hotel in Brussels for my last night. It was a good choice, right next to Brussels-Luxembourg Station, with a lovely big comfortable bed. I see they now have one in Glasgow and can recommend it - a bit trendy and pop-arty but very friendly.
Had a walk round the magnificent Grand Place - packed with folk eating frites and mayonnaise, waffles with a variety of toppings, Belgian chocolates and drinking beer. I didn’t want to offend by not joining in. A visit to the Mannekin Pis statue was a must - what a lot of fuss over a tiny wee statue of a boy peeing. Clearly there was no sign saying ‘Pee not here’.
Well, let’s hope the Belgian train strike does not affect Eurostar tomorrow or I’m really stuck!Baca lagi
PengembaraLUV the stained glass in the Station. So sad your travels are nearing the end it has been fasinating, entertaining and educational. Will miss them terribly. Dont you fancy doing a lap of honour!!
Robert FyfePamela, I have loved every minute and have been lucky to see many beautiful places, but I think I’m ready for home now. Fingers crossed the Eurostar is on!
Pengembara LUV the stained glass in the Station. So sad your travels are nearing the end it has been fasinating, entertaining and educational. Will miss them terribly. Dont you fancy doing a lap of honour!!
Sarah Sneddon I meant to ask, did you listen to any radio while in Luxembourg?
Robert Fyfe Ha ha, that takes me back 😎
Robert Fyfe Pamela, I have loved every minute and have been lucky to see many beautiful places, but I think I’m ready for home now. Fingers crossed the Eurostar is on!