The Berchtesgaden Watzmann Legend
The Watzmann mountain is not only Berchtesgaden’s landmark, it is also shrouded in famous legends and myths. Even today, the peaks of the massif are referred to as a family The Watzmann itself, with its 2713 meters of the middle peak, highest inner-German peak, as well as the Kleine (small) Watzmann known as the Watzmannfrau, and its 2307 meter frame with the smaller peaks, the … Continue reading The Berchtesgaden Watzmann Legend
GI Elvis in Bad Nauheim, Germany
When the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll reported to military duty on 1.Oct.1958 at the Ray Barracks near Bad Nauheim, the local press wrote: “So much noise around this howling Dervish”. A few days after Presley’s arrival, his father Vernon, his grandmother Minnie Mae and the two bodyguards followed. Elvis Presley most popular hits: On the cover of “A Big Hunk o’ Love” Elvis poses … Continue reading GI Elvis in Bad Nauheim, Germany
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Rumtopf, a popular dessert, not only for Christmas
Rumtopf is a German and Austrian dessert made of mixed fruit and Rum traditionally eaten around Christmas. It is made by preserving pieces of fruit that have been soaking in Rum for months, to which other fruits are added in the summer and early fall. In Austria the Rumtopf is often made with a strong, spiced Austrian Rum called Stroh. Each season brings different fruit, … Continue reading Rumtopf, a popular dessert, not only for Christmas
Paella, a traditional Spanish cuisine
It was Fall 2022 and we anticipated a Mediterranean cruise departing from Barcelona. We spent four days in this awesome city and got to taste the Paella, which is a local cuisine in one of the many fine restaurants. Paella is a traditional Spanish dish that originated in the Valencia region. It is a flavorful rice dish typically cooked in a wide, shallow pan called … Continue reading Paella, a traditional Spanish cuisine
Buchteln, a delicious oven yeast dumpling
Buchteln, also known as Rohrnudeln or Ofennudeln, are a type of sweet, yeast-based dumpling that is baked in the oven. This sweet yeast pastry originated in Austria and the Czech Republic. They are a popular treat enjoyed as a dessert. Buchteln are made by taking small portions of sweet yeast dough and filling them with various sweet fillings such as Apricot fruit preserves, Nutella, or … Continue reading Buchteln, a delicious oven yeast dumpling
Pfunds Dairy in Dresden showcases exquisite vibrant tiles
Back in 2010 while visiting the city of Dresden I walked into Pfunds Molkerei. It is a historic dairy shop and known for its beautifully decorated interior. This fancy colorful Dairy features a collection interesting hand-painted tiles. The shop has been in operation since 1880 and is often referred to as the most beautiful Dairy in the world. Visitors can purchase a variety of dairy … Continue reading Pfunds Dairy in Dresden showcases exquisite vibrant tiles
The Roland statue in Bremen has quite a history
There are Roland statues in many German towns and cities, symbolizing freedom and market rights. Bremen’s Roland statue is one of the most beautiful, and, according to UNESCO experts, the most representative and one of the oldest examples. As an Amazon Affiliate I earn a small commission if you click through and make qualifying purchases with no additional cost to you. As the legendary knight … Continue reading The Roland statue in Bremen has quite a history
The romantic picturesque Mespelbrunn Castle
Sometimes, when arriving at the Frankfurt Airport and driving on the Autobahn to Würzburg, I stop by the Mespelbrunn palace built in 1569. The moated castle, also called Wasserschloss, is located in north Bavaria between Aschaffenburg and my hometown Würzburg The castle has gained worldwide fame due to its picturesque appearance and romantic location. In May 1, 1412, the Archbishop Johann von Mainz gave the … Continue reading The romantic picturesque Mespelbrunn Castle
