The Asam Church; magnificent is an understatement
The Asam church in Munich is considered one of the most important buildings of southern Germany’s late Baroque and early Rococo. Continue reading The Asam Church; magnificent is an understatement
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King Ludwig II rests in a crypt in Munich
The most famous ruler of Bavaria, King Ludwig ll (1845 to 1886) rests in the Munich, St. Michael church. The crypt in the cellar was designed as the burial site for the House of Wittelsbach Continue reading King Ludwig II rests in a crypt in Munich
The stunning Freising Cathedral
Spending some time in the Munich area in late 2020, I was inclined to stop in Freising to see the Cathedral I have read so much about. When entering this amazing structure, I was greeted by an arched portal at the entrance that bears witness to the Romanesque origins of this church Continue reading The stunning Freising Cathedral
Easy Recipe for traditional German Potato Dumplings
In the Bavaria of my childhood, Sundays felt ceremonial. The day began with church bells echoing across the village, followed by kitchens bustling to life. By late morning, the aroma of Schweinebraten — Pork Roast with crackling skin — mingled with simmering red cabbage and always included Potato Dumplings. Potato Dumplings – A Taste of Home, Tradition, and Sunday Comfort “Halb und halb,” meaning “half … Continue reading Easy Recipe for traditional German Potato Dumplings
The”Giant” in Miltenberg
The „Zum Riesen” was documented as a Medieval Hostel, and is now operated as a Hotel. The “Giant” can justifiably be called The Oldest Royal Hostel in Germany. Dr. Ph. Madler mentions in his 1865 historical memorabilia of the Inn “Zum Riesen”, that Charles IV took quarters there for eight days in February 1368. Continue reading The”Giant” in Miltenberg
Füssen and it’s amazing Castles and Mountains
After four exciting days in Munich, I drove about 90 minutes southwest towards Füssen with a short stop in Murnau (Staffelsee). It has been about 25 years and I was anxious to visit Füssen, which is nestled near a cluster of majestic Bavarian mountains and a view to several castles where King Ludwig II had lived. Continue reading Füssen and it’s amazing Castles and Mountains
An empty Bocksbeutel wine bottle from 1905 was found in NY City
An exciting day for the people of Würzburg. The Bocksbeutel wine bottle that was found in NY City carried the Coat of Arms of the Bürgerspital in Würzburg Some well known Vintners of Würzburg researched the archives and found something interesting. An old price list from 1910 had with all probability the wine listed that was found from the year 1904. A “Würzburger Stein” from … Continue reading An empty Bocksbeutel wine bottle from 1905 was found in NY City
Oberammergau, famously known for its Passion Plays since 1634
The history goes back to almost 400 years ago. The bubonic plague (black death) raged in many parts of Europe and did not stop at Oberammergau. To put an end to the misery, the people of Oberammergau decided to take a vow. Continue reading Oberammergau, famously known for its Passion Plays since 1634
