Planes, train und bier

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In that order! From Melbourne, 9 1/2 hours to HK then 12 hours had us arriving in Frankfurt (Main) at around 6 am. Shuttle to terminal 2, easily achieved, found the Reisezentrum (travel centre), purchased tickets for Marburg which is a 1 1/2 hour trip by regional train from Frankfurt Hautbahnhof (main station). So train from Airport station then change to regional train for Marburg. Then a leisurely train ride passing green fields and red poppies and other pretty wild flowers lining the train tracks. We prefer the regional trains, because although slower, they stop at more stations and therefore we see more of the countryside and more locals. Also much cheaper!

Arrived Marburg bleary eyed and dazed we walked about 10 minutes to our hotel which is ideally situated opposite tourist office and lift leading to the old city above. Room not ready so we partook of a snack and Weisbier (Erdinger) 1/2 litre for E2.90 (about $4) followed by ein Pils grosser (Bitburger). Room ready at 1 pm so off to shower and sleep .....

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Photos

Hong Kong Airport
2 hour wait!

Hauptbahnhof Frankfurt
Regional train to Marburg

Comments

[Mary walker]

You are adventurous. I will enjoy following your travels

[Michael]

And so it begins
European trains, german beers, I can feel the relaxation down here, wonderful

[Mick]

"Look! It's a sign in German, in Germany!"

[evangelia]

This is draught beer!
The comparison is to a half litre (pint) of draft beer - in Geelong AUD8.50. A 500ml can here is AUD1.