May 27th, Wednesday

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Today we went on a cruise down (which runs south to north) the Rhine. Started at Bacharach and ended at Braubach. Saw many castles perched above the river along with the vineyards that produce the excellent Rhine wine which we sampled on the cruise. Also the rock on which the folk tale siren, Lorelei lures sailors to their death, At Braubach, we went up the hill to tour Marksburg. It was the only castle between Bingen and Klobenz that was not destroyed. It dates back to 1137. We then caught the train back to Bacharach.

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Comments

[Diana Young]

Cool Pic's
What is the weather like? Looks chili... Love the castles!!

[Carrs in China]

It's nice if you are out of the wind. In the 60s. The sun was popping in and out and the wind was brisk on the cruise. But wasn't bad enough for me to go inside!

[Diane]

Boys, Boats and Bad Teeth
I remember that cruise from Bacharach! So where are all those boy scouts this time around? Thank goodness you have a much more handsome fella vying for your attention - certainly older than 12 and with good teeth, too. But is he as easily manipulated to do the YMCA dance? Glad to finally have a picture of Jenn! Keep the posts and pics coming!!!!

[Carrs in China]

No boy scouts but the trains around Bacharach were full of children. We wondered what would happen if one got left on the train by mistake. On the cruise, I would say there were more retired people than backpackers! But the area is still as beautiful!