🏡Leaving Home
August 1, 2014 in Germany ⋅ ☁️ 14 °C
Early in the morning, we depart from Hüfingen, leaving everyday life behind. Let's go to our hometown!
🚗Austria
August 1, 2014 in Austria ⋅ ☁️ 19 °C
Arrival in Austria! Still 1.500 km to the Turkish border. The drive was smooth and the scenery beautiful.
🚗Slovenia
August 1, 2014 in Slovenia ⋅ 🌧 19 °C
Continuing into Slovenia – still 1.300 km to Turkey. The sun was shining and spirits were high.
🚗Croatia
August 1, 2014 in Croatia ⋅ 🌙 27 °C
Welcome to Croatia! Still 1.115 km to Turkey. Another major part of the trip completed.
🚗Serbia
August 1, 2014 in Serbia ⋅ ☁️ 21 °C
Night is falling – we have reached Serbia! Still 805 km to Turkey. Time to prepare for another long stretch of driving.
🚗Bulgaria
August 2, 2014 in Bulgaria ⋅ ☁️ 23 °C
Good morning from Bulgaria! Only 360 km left to Turkey. The journey is nearing its destination.
🇹🇷Kapıkule♥️
August 2, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ 🌧 27 °C
At the Turkish border in Kapikule. A small traffic jam, but the excitement for Turkey makes it all quickly forgotten.
🛳️Istanbul Iskele
August 2, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ 🌧 27 °C
We arrive in Istanbul and take the ferry. The sparkling water and city lights are simply magical.
🛳️Yalova Iskele
August 2, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ 🌧 27 °C
Finally arrived in Yalova! After a long day full of experiences, we enjoy the calm by the water.
🏡🇹🇷
Aug 3–14, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
Early in the morning, we arrive in Eskişehir. After the long journey, we enjoy the first quiet moments at home.
🐠Eti Su Altı Dünyası
August 14, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ ☀️ 34 °C
Dive into the marvelous underwater world of ETİ Su Altı Dünyası: On over 3,000 m² of space, hundreds of aquatic and marine creatures from regions like the Atlantic, Red Sea, Amazon andRead more
🏰 Sazova Bilim Kültür ve Sanat Parkı
August 14, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ 🌙 34 °C
Sazova Park covers about 400,000 m² and is one of Turkey’s largest leisure and adventure parks. Here you'll find themed areas such as a fairy‑tale castle, a pirate ship on an artificial lake,Read more
🏡🇹🇷
Aug 14–15, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
Arrival home in Eskişehir – after an event‐filled day, time to unwind.
🚉Eskişehir Gar
August 15, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ 🌙 28 °C
At Eskişehir train station, ready for the next leg of the journey.
🚉Istanbul Gar
August 15, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
Arrival in Istanbul – the big city welcomes us with life and lights.
🏡Istanbul Fatih
August 15, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ ☀️ 28 °C
Arrival at our accommodation in the heart of Fatih. The area is lively, central, and full of history – perfect for exploring Istanbul and experiencing the atmosphere of the old city.
🏔️Pierre Loti Tepesi
August 15, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
This hill in the Eyüp district offers a breathtaking view of the Golden Horn. Named after the French writer Pierre Loti (real name Julien Viaud), who frequently visited the café here in theRead more
🏡Istanbul Fatih
Aug 16–17, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ ☀️ 28 °C
Back at the apartment.
🏛️Fatih Sultan Mehmet Han Türbesi
August 16, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ 🌙 32 °C
This mausoleum in the Fatih district houses the tomb of Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror, famed for capturing Istanbul in 1453. The structure sits within the grounds of Fatih Mosque complex andRead more
🏡Istanbul Fatih
Aug 16–17, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ ☀️ 28 °C
Back at the apartment.
🚉Marmaray Kazlıçeşme Istasyonu
August 17, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ ☁️ 28 °C
On the Marmaray from Europe to Asia.
🚉Marmaray Üsküdar Istasyonu
August 17, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ ☁️ 29 °C
Arrival in Üsküdar – the Asian side of Istanbul welcomes us with waterfront views.
🛳️Kız Kulesi Iskele
August 17, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ 🌧 29 °C
At the pier of Kız Kulesi – just before boarding the little ferry to the islet.
🏰Kızkulesi
August 17, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ 🌧 26 °C
Kız Kulesi stands on a tiny rock just off the coast of Üsküdar at the entrance to the Bosphorus. The origin goes back to antiquity — initially a watch station, later used as a lighthouse andRead more
🛳️Kız Kulesi Iskele
August 17, 2014 in Turkey ⋅ 🌧 26 °C
Back at the pier – the little excursion to the islet ends and we head back.


































