Tuesday, 31 May.
When we got back to the ship, the staff was in traditional German costume, and we were served a German banquet, complete with music. A fun evening! We also got a tour of the galley.
Saturday, June 4, 2016
HEIDELBERG CONTINUED with pics
Tuesday, 31 May.
When we got back to the ship, the staff was in traditional German costume, and we were served a German banquet, complete with music. A fun evening! We also got a tour of the galley.
Thursday, June 2, 2016
HEIDELBERG, GERMANY with pics
Tuesday, 31 May.
Heidelberg is a charming university (since the 14th century) town. The ruins of a partially restored Heidelberg Castle stands high on Konigstuhl Hill, with sweeping views of the Neckar River. Heidelberg Library is the oldest in Germany, founded in 1421. Frederick III commissioned the Heidelberg Cathechism, whose aim was to counteract the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
A Shakespeare play was being rehearsed while we were on our tour; they are presented throughout the summer.
After the castle visit, we took the Funicular (vertical tram) to the old town. A lot of shops, cafes, the university, etc. are located there, and it is a beautiful place to walk and absorb the culture.
For those of you who have not been educated by Jim Huffstutler, during the Reformation many Protestant churches removed their steeple crosses and replaced them with roosters to proclaim a new day in religious freedom. We are seeing many of them!
Heidelberg is a charming university (since the 14th century) town. The ruins of a partially restored Heidelberg Castle stands high on Konigstuhl Hill, with sweeping views of the Neckar River. Heidelberg Library is the oldest in Germany, founded in 1421. Frederick III commissioned the Heidelberg Cathechism, whose aim was to counteract the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
A Shakespeare play was being rehearsed while we were on our tour; they are presented throughout the summer.
After the castle visit, we took the Funicular (vertical tram) to the old town. A lot of shops, cafes, the university, etc. are located there, and it is a beautiful place to walk and absorb the culture.
For those of you who have not been educated by Jim Huffstutler, during the Reformation many Protestant churches removed their steeple crosses and replaced them with roosters to proclaim a new day in religious freedom. We are seeing many of them!
KOBLENZ, GERMANY with pics
Monday, 30 May.
I am getting a little behind in my posts, as the loading of the pictures is tres lento on the ship. We shall see if it improves in any of our future wifi spots.
We traveled a short distance by coach after docking in Koblenz to Marksburg Castle, which is 700 years old. It was quite demanding to walk on very steep and very rocky roads, some of which are original. This castle was basically used as a fortress, and has been restored to give a glimpse into its history.
We saw a beautiful garden, the armory, the torture chamber, the kitchen and dining chambers, a lady's bed chamber, chapel and more. The views of the Rhine far below were tremendous.
On our return, we were handed a Tequila Sunrise as we walked onto the ship. Not sure of the connection there, but it was welcomed!
We then traveled to Rudesheim, a small town where we walked around, and when it started to pour rain, we stepped inside a small cafe for a drink. This town was very picturesque, and had a wine museum. Rudesheim is located near Bingen, of Hildegard fame, and saw references to her here.
In the afternoon, we learned to make Rudesheim coffee (flaming brandy, coffee, whipped cream) and then were served German sweets --- Black Forest cake, apple tart, etc.
I am getting a little behind in my posts, as the loading of the pictures is tres lento on the ship. We shall see if it improves in any of our future wifi spots.
We traveled a short distance by coach after docking in Koblenz to Marksburg Castle, which is 700 years old. It was quite demanding to walk on very steep and very rocky roads, some of which are original. This castle was basically used as a fortress, and has been restored to give a glimpse into its history.
We saw a beautiful garden, the armory, the torture chamber, the kitchen and dining chambers, a lady's bed chamber, chapel and more. The views of the Rhine far below were tremendous.
On our return, we were handed a Tequila Sunrise as we walked onto the ship. Not sure of the connection there, but it was welcomed!
We then traveled to Rudesheim, a small town where we walked around, and when it started to pour rain, we stepped inside a small cafe for a drink. This town was very picturesque, and had a wine museum. Rudesheim is located near Bingen, of Hildegard fame, and saw references to her here.
In the afternoon, we learned to make Rudesheim coffee (flaming brandy, coffee, whipped cream) and then were served German sweets --- Black Forest cake, apple tart, etc.
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