On the secularization of the Teutonic Order in Prussia in 1525, Bad Mergentheim became the residence of the grand master, and remained so until the final dissolution of the order in 1809 by Napoleon.
Germany: Ludwigsburg - Bad Dürrheim - Schwäbisch Hall - Bad Mergentheim July 5th 2006 This past Fourth of July weekend Kate and I decided to see another area of Germany that we had not seen before and at the same time check out another spa. Germany has lots of spas! We decided to head south toward the area of Stuttgart. I found a great hotel, Schlosshotel Monrepos, just north of Stuttgart in the town of Ludwigsburg. According to the website, it gave us the impression that the Se ... read more
Europe » Germany As Europe's largest economy and most populous nation, Germany remains a key member of the continent's economic, political, and defense organizations. European power struggles immersed Germany in two devastating World Wars in the first half of the 20t... ... read more
Our voyage through life has taken a rather pleasant and unexpected turn. After spending three years in Bavaria in the beautiful town of Ansbach and two more in Landstuhl, near the French and Luxembourg borders, Kate was accepted for a two year extension at the Landstuhl Military Hopsital. So, our journeys will continue for us here in Europe, at least for the next two years. I hope you will enjoy our adventures and stories of our trips. So, please join us. As I have shared with you before what St. Augustine said, “The world is a book, and those who do not travel, read only a page”. I hope... full info