Neuschwanstein Castle

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Today we visited the Neuschwanstein Castle near Fuessen. We had our first real train ride for about 2 hours each way, then took a few buses up to the castle. The weather was cold and rainy but we loved the change from hot Austin weather. The castle is up on a hill and we got several pictures with fog all around. We had to run to make it to our tour and just missed it, but the staff was kind to us American tourists and let us in after all.

We also got to see lots of people on the subway (U-bahn) going to Oktoberfest at 11 am and coming home very drunk at 9 pm. Tanya's Opa (grandfather) told us at lunch today that 6 million people come for Oktoberfest during its 2 week duration. No pictures of that though, but I did get to see alot of women in Dirndl and men in Lederhosen. You can search google to see what we're talking about =)

We'll blog again in Italy!

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Photos

Bavarian hats
These are only to look at...don't touch! Right after we took this picture the owner yanked them off our heads and said something mean in German....

Today's pouring water
On the mountain up from the castle...this King had an awesome view from his bedroom!

Neuschwanstein castle
I could live here...

Comments

[Jennifer]

Good!
Even being in another country can't stop Joe from being "Joeish." Love the blogs! Keep 'em comin'!!! So jealous, Jenn

[Jessica D.]

I'm so jealous
You guys look like you are having a great adventure. I'm so jealous!!! But, I appreciate you letting us experience what we can through your blog. Keep them coming.

[mary]

jealousy...
Hey Guys! We are all very jealous of your awesome trip so far back here in Tulsa! We wish we were with you! By the way, have a beer for all of us...Cheers!

[Mom and Dad]

Beautiful!
The picture of the castle was beautiful! I'm anxious to see more of your pictures. Enjoy the cool weather. Love you, Mom W.

[Tanya]

Fun!
Keep the blogs coming! Great Pictures!

[Shane]

Is that the castle in Harry Potter?
Thought I would check in to seen how things are going and quite frankly to see if yall are still alive! I see that yall are having an awesome time and I am enjoying reading the posts and seeing the pictures. Tell Wilson and Tanya we said hello! Yall have fun on the remainder of the trip and be safe! See yall soon! Shane