Sunset on a tower gate

The Romantische Strasse

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May 28th 2012
Germany was in full fairy-tale-pretty mode when we arrived in Waldenbuch, near Tubingen, with impossibly green, new spring growth and blossoms everywhere. Our first full day coincided with a public holiday and people were out and about, on wheels ( in leather or in Lycra) or walking. NB we have been here for a month and have encountered 3 public holidays! The Romantische Strasse starts near Swi ... read more

Europe » Germany

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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