Tag: Rhineland

Geysir Andernach
European Travel, General, Germany, Western Europe

The highest cold water Geysir is in Andernach

Our exciting day began with an exploration at the Geysir Museum in Andernach. Prior to embarking on a boat ride to witness the geyser itself, we experienced a comprehensive presentation about this natural marvel in a captivating exhibition. The adventure at the Geysir Museum guided us through six distinct areas, where we discovered how this incredible phenomenon operates. The highest cold water Geysir is in … Continue reading The highest cold water Geysir is in Andernach

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Römerwelt Rheinbrohl, Limes
European History, European Travel, General, Germany, Italy, Northern Europe

The rich Roman history of the Rhineland

A day after I visited Cologne and saw the monuments and Roman history there, I discovered that there was a museum called RömerWelt in Rheinbrohl near my river cottage. That morning I set my alarm for 7.30, made some coffee and got ready for a new adventure. That day exceeded my expectations learning more about the ancient Romans in my area Continue reading The rich Roman history of the Rhineland

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Halsbandsittich or Rose-Ringed Parakeet 
European Travel, General, Germany, Northern Europe

A strange sight, Parakeets make their home in German trees!

An unusual sight indeed, and that in Germany! The mild climate makes it possible that you will see little Parrots/Parakeets sitting on trees in Northern Rhineland. On the Königsallee in Düsseldorf, for example, the “Halsbandsittich” or Rose-Ringed Parakeet (Psittacula krameri) has now become a part of everyday life. Continue reading A strange sight, Parakeets make their home in German trees!

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