Germany

Hiking to Kampenwand – the German Alps

Hiking to Kampenwand – the German Alps

With all my previous hiking in the French and Swiss Alps, I thought it was once again time to hike the German Alps. After all, I haven’t done it since my Kehlsteinhaus hike almost two years ago (read here). So, how about hiking to Kampenwand…

My Summer in Bavaria… best of the best

My Summer in Bavaria… best of the best

From canoeing in Almuehltal to visiting Munich and cycling around the Starnberger See, summer in Bavaria has been fun for me. And definitely not boring. Although, the weather can be quite unpredictable, but when the sun is shining, the days are great. I spent my…

Hiking in Saxony National Park (Sächsische Schweiz)

Hiking in Saxony National Park (Sächsische Schweiz)

I decided it was time to give my bike (or maybe my bum) a break from cycling and made my way to Saxony Switzerland National Park. Despite the name, this breathtaking park sits near Dresden, straddling the border between Germany and the Czech Republic. Known…

From must see Lueneburg to Bremen and Hannover

From must see Lueneburg to Bremen and Hannover

And so my trip along the most beautiful Hanseatic League Towns continues. Rostock and Wismar impressed me very much and were so far my favourites. Read: The Hanseatic League Towns Rostock, Wismar and Lübeck. That was, until I found the prettiest town of them all.…

The Hanseatic League Towns Rostock, Wismar and Lübeck

The Hanseatic League Towns Rostock, Wismar and Lübeck

As my journey continued through northwest Germany after leaving Berlin, I found myself following the route of the Hanseatic League towns. Rostock, Wismar, and Lübeck were the first stops, with many more to follow. I had no idea there were so many. It also made me wonder: which are the…

Potsdam, the Lakes and the Tempelhof Airport Berlin

Potsdam, the Lakes and the Tempelhof Airport Berlin

It was time for another road trip. However, because the borders were still closed in early June, I decided to explore more of Germany instead. My first stop was Potsdam and the lakes. There, I was looking forward to cycling past beautiful lakes and impressive palaces.…

Cycling the Altmühltal Radweg – Best of Bavaria

Cycling the Altmühltal Radweg – Best of Bavaria

My 14 day Quarantine, after arriving from Spain, was quick and is now well over! Read: Back to Germany amid Coronavirus. As Germany and Bavaria remain in lockdown throughout May, I’m making the most of my days outdoors. Walking and cycling daily, weather permitting, of…

Back to Germany amid Coronavirus – my escape

Back to Germany amid Coronavirus – my escape

To go back to Germany or not? That was the question I asked myself as I finished week 5 of the spanish lockdown in my Altea apartment. I mean, how many more weeks could I walk the garage? On the other hand, going back to…

The Rhine, Canal du Rhône, Basel and the Eurovelo

The Rhine, Canal du Rhône, Basel and the Eurovelo

After crossing Germany and 700km I finally arrived at the French Border! Time for a french croissant. Following the Rhone au Rhin and the canals as well as the Eurovelo have been great.. besides a few hills here and there everything is pretty flat. Where to next you wonder? Stay tuned..