We spent a lot of time on the bus the last few days. So I've been a little stir crazy. The steps on my fitbit were looking pretty bleak. ;)
We drove to Garmisch, Germany which is a cute town filled with lots of character! The homes are actually painted with small designs and it seems to rain every day! We have had nothing but rain the last few days. Don't get me wrong, I love the rain, but sometimes I really miss the sun! Especially when we are outside walking around all day! I digress. The country is beautiful! The grass is green and the mountains are a pretty blue. As we were driving here I was thinking about the fact that my ancestors are from Germany. It's humbling to think what they gave up. Here in order to go to America. I appreciate their sacrifice that enabled me to have the blessings I have and know the people I know.
The first night in Garmisch I went to dinner with some friends to a small restaurant (we had to sit at the bar because there were no tables open). I had Schnitzel (not with noodles, unfortunately; sorry Julie Andrews) and enjoyed the company of my friends. We walked around the quaint little town before heading back to the hotel for the night.
The next day was pretty busy. We woke up really early so we could drive to Neuschwanstein Castle for our tour. When driving up to the castle, it looks like a scene in a movie. The fog was surrounding the castle up on the hill. I've been told Walt Disney used this castle as the inspiration for Sleeping Beauty's castle in Disneyland. I didn't really see that before I actually got up close and looked at the details. The walk up to the castle was long and all uphill (kill me) so naturally the walk down was much easier. The castle was beautiful! We had a short tour inside. The owner, King Ludwig, died before it was completed so there are still rooms in the castle that were never completed. The wall paintings were quite impressive! He wanted to bring theater to life in the castle and he definitely succeeded. We were not allowed to take any pictures on the inside so I apologize I have no pictures, but it was a truly beautiful castle. King Ludwig had great taste. ;)
The drive back to the hotel was long and by the time I got back I was incredibly tired. I was ready for a nap but knew we only had the rest of the day to experience Garmisch. I went with a small group to hike The Gorge, which is a beautiful area and not to be missed. We actually walked right by the Olympic Park with the ski jump. I believe I was too young to remember these Olympics but it was cool to walk around the area. The walk to the gorge was long but beautiful! We paid 3.50 euros to get in and the hike was mostly in caves and water was rushing below us and falling from above (good thing I had my rain coat). We made it through, took lots of pictures, and I was just amazed that so many people will never have the chance to see these beautiful places! I am so blessed to be on this trip and have family and friends that support me in my dreams.
We are headed to Salzburg next. Luckily, my friend Dallon told me to watch The Sound of Music before I left so I could appreciate it more! :)
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