Germany
On our inaugural year long trip round Europe we drove into Bavaria to see the area where Hitler had his summer hideaway; Obersalzburg, Berchtesgarden and Königssee. In our third year we took two weeks to cross over northern Germany from The Netherlands heading for Poland taking in the sights such as Winterberg, a ski resort in the west to Colditz, Meissen and Bad Muskau in the east.
2 weeks crossing Germany
2 weeks in Germany is surely not enough to absorb a country’s culture let alone navigate its compass points sufficient well. In truth though we were only passing through en route to Poland, so we knew that it would be 'short and sweet'. Although now into...
Escaping from Colditz
The day that Colditz suddenly appeared on my radar was a delight and a surprise given that I had no idea where it was in Germany let alone the intriguing history that it would surely reveal to us. One of the things I have come to enjoy most about travel,...
Humbled by Obersalzberg’s History
When it comes to remembering my lessons at school, I have to be honest and say that History wasn't my favourite - I was more interested in English and Geography. Although I do remember that the two Great World Wars of the last century most certainly made it onto...
Berchtesgaden, Bavaria, Germany
Berchtesgaden, A small town nestled amongst the mountains of southern Bavaria in Germany, due south of Salzburg will charm your senses. With Obersalzburg, Hitler's summer retreat to one side , Kehlsteinhaus ( the eagle's nest) looking down and Königssee to the other...
Königssee, Bavaria, Germany
Ah, Königssee in Bavaria is an absolute must see especially when the Oompah bands strikes up a tune or two on you return from a days outing on the lake. From Echo wall to Obersee, you'll have a great day out... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZkOvvyEzE9M
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