Aug 1, 2020• by compassmisrouted
A Day in Bamberg - Things to Do from Dawn to Dusk
As someone who is still learning the German language, I was quick to assume that an S-Bahn was short for Straßenbahn (or Tram)!! But to my big surprise, the Germans call a tram, well... a tram ...
Jun 26, 2020• by wasatch
Unfortunate Schwäbisch Hall, Germany
Schwabisch Hall is one of my favorite quaint, little touristed villages in Germany. Its off the beaten path, and that is all to its advantage, but not so much to yours. You have to find a way to get...
Jun 24, 2020• by wasatch
Visiting Lake Constance (Bodensee)
The Bodensee is a wide spot in the Rhine River about 40 miles long and seven miles wide. Our 3-4 visits to the Bodensee were in the 1980s, and our impression was that it was a popular vacation spot...
Jun 19, 2020• by Wanderwoman_789
What to Do in A Day at Heidelberg?
If you love walking, you will love Heidelberg! The size of this town is perfect for walks along the river, old market and the castle even without sufficient planning! Here's everything we did in a...
Jun 9, 2020• by wasatch
Germany's Official Scenic Roads
Germany has thoughtfully laid out several tourist routes that simplify trip planning, especially for rental car road trips. Then, when you get to Germany and head out, it really simplifies driving to...
Mar 26, 2020• by BeatrixPotter
Leipzig: Where Populism Has No Place
Leipzig, located in the German state of Saxony, is famous as a city of protest, and a city which stands up for itself. As an urban shelter for left-wingers as well as a stronghold for the Refugees...