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Category: HIKING TOURS

Palatinate Forest: Foggy Forest, Snowy Trees

When I visited a friend of mine in southwestern Germany, we went her dog for a walk. Near Wachenheim an der Weinstraße, we entered the Palatinate Forest, or Pfälzer Wald. The snow covering the trees and the wafts of mist creeping through the forest created … Continue readingPalatinate Forest: Foggy Forest, Snowy Trees

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Above the Kuhflucht Waterfalls

The Kuhflucht Wasserfälle is a series of waterfalls in the river Kuhfluchtgraben near Farchant. With 3 major drops, they have an impressive height of 270 meters (886 ft). Therefore, they are one of the highest waterfalls in Germany. But I didn’t only go to the waterfalls, I … Continue readingAbove the Kuhflucht Waterfalls

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Mount Brauneck in Autumn

Brauneck is a popular area for hiking tours, not only for trained hikers, but also for families or elderly people. You can use the cable car to get to the top, walk around as much as you like, and when you are tired and hungry, … Continue readingMount Brauneck in Autumn

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Lake Kochel – Photo Collection

Lake Kochel – I go  there as often that I know it like the back of my hand. Like Starnberger See, it’s one of the lakes I visit when I just want to go for a walk and get some fresh air. But no matter … Continue readingLake Kochel – Photo Collection

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Lake Starnberg – Photo Collection

Lake Starnberg, or Starnberger See, is the fifth largest lake of Germany and a popular recreation area, not only for the people living near Lake Starnberg, but also for the citizens of Munich. There are always a lot of people there. In summer, you can … Continue readingLake Starnberg – Photo Collection

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Lake Walchen: Blue is for Rainy Days

It’s weekend and of course, it’s raining cats and dogs. Bored and frustrated, you stare out of the window. You’ve already watched three movies, your friends don’t want to leave the house neither – everything sucks… So what could you possible do on a rainy day … Continue readingLake Walchen: Blue is for Rainy Days

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Japanese Garden of Kaiserslautern

During my trip to Western Germany, I visited the Japanese Garden of Kaiserslautern. Truth is, I even walked through the park twice the same day! The reason for going there twice was because I always found something new to take photos of: Stones leading the … Continue readingJapanese Garden of Kaiserslautern

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Schwansee, Alpsee and a Snake

You know Neuschwanstein Castle, don’t you? Everybody who travels to Germany will probably visit this famous Bavarian castle. If you haven’t been there, you will still know it – I mean, it even served as the inspiration for Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty Castle! But… do you … Continue readingSchwansee, Alpsee and a Snake

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Heiterwanger See: Melting the Ice

Heiterwanger See is a beautiful mountain lake in Tyrol, Austria. I’ve been there twice, in spring 2017 and in winter 2018. This blog article shows the photos taken in spring, when the ice melt in the sun and spring was in the air.     … Continue readingHeiterwanger See: Melting the Ice

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Winter Wonderland near Lake Kochel

Winter is great for taking nature photos. Everything is covered in snow, a fairytale world made of icing sugar. Lonely trees in the white. Snowy fields. Frozen lakes and waterfalls. Snow is kind of romantic to look at. I mean, it’s “Winter Wonderland”, not any other … Continue readingWinter Wonderland near Lake Kochel

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Partnach Gorge: Monochromatic Impressions

Near the south German town of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, the Partnach stream cut a gorge into the mountains and created the Partnach Gorge (German: Partnachklamm). This was millions of years ago. Yet, the gorge is still here and can be visited against a small entrance fee. The … Continue readingPartnach Gorge: Monochromatic Impressions

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Königssee: The King’s Fjord

Have you heard of Königssee? This lake is quite popular with tourists. You can cross the lake by boat while listening to the trumpet’s echo… The Königssee is situated south of Berchtesgaden which belongs to the German state of Bavaria. It was formed by glaciers during the last ice … Continue readingKönigssee: The King’s Fjord

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Lake Walchen: Creeping Clouds, Foggy Lake

Walchensee, or Lake Walchen, is one of the deepest and largest alpine lakes in the Bavarian alps of Germany. It’s one of my favorite lakes for a walk – no matter if it’s summer or winter, if there is sun or rain. Walchensee always has an … Continue readingLake Walchen: Creeping Clouds, Foggy Lake

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Mountain Sunset in the Mieming Range

Have you ever been hiking in the alps? Did you get the chance to stay until dusk and watch a mountain sunset?   Up and Down the Mountains A wonderful scenery, clear mountain lakes and an amazing view – this is the reward for walking … Continue readingMountain Sunset in the Mieming Range

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The Gorge of Hell Valley: “Höllentalklamm”

You all know Mount Zugspitze, do you? But have you heard about the beautiful gorges of Bavaria in the southern part of Germany? The gorge of Hell Valley is one of them. Living near Munich has a great advantage: I can visit all of them! … Continue readingThe Gorge of Hell Valley: “Höllentalklamm”

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