Germany - July 13 to 16, 2006


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In July 2006 we spent 4 days in Southern Germany. The reason of our visit was the wedding of Franzi and Rick, two friends I got to know in Delhi, back in 2001.
The wedding took place in Stuttgart (located in the federal state of Baden-Württemberg), but we also paid some other places a visit. First of all, we went to Heidelberg (Baden-Württemberg), which is quite close to Stuttgart and also toured through Bavaria visiting Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Dinkelsbühl and Nördlingen.
It was a wonderful trip to Germany! We discovered once more the beauty of our neighbouring country.

Please see the pictures below!


Stuttgart

Stuttgart, the capital of Baden-Württemberg, is quite a nice city… we wandered through the city, discovered all kinds of places and streets, relaxed on the Schlossplatz, visited some markets and found out that the people here are really crazy about soccer (we were there one week after the world-soccer-championship-final). Please see my pictures below!

Welcome to Stuttgart Main Railway Station Fountain 4 times Oli
New Palace Opera House Schlossplatz Fountain at Schlossplatz
Collegiate Church Königstrasse Leonhards' Church Old Palace
Market Hall Flea Market Collegiate Church Old Chancellery and Schillerplatz
New Palace Market Market Oli

Heidelberg

Heidelberg, well-known for its university, is brimming with history everywhere you look. You'll find lots of museums or the Heidelberg castle but if history is not your thing, go shopping in one of the most pedestrian precincts.
I especially loved the Philosophers' Way - the walk offers beautiful views of the castle, the river Neckar and the Old Town.

View down to Heidelberg from the Philosophers' Way View down to Heidelberg from the Philosophers' Way Oli and Dani Way down to the Neckar
View down to Heidelberg View down to Heidelberg Old Bridge Tower
Narrow street University with Lion Fountain In the streets of Heidelberg University library
Charles' Gate Church of the Holy Spirit Soccer fanshop Bicycles

Rothenburg ob der Tauber

For many people, Rothenburg ob der Tauber is the epitome of a medieval German city. Its inner part is nearly unchanged since the Thirty Years' War. Narrow cobblestone streets, carcass houses, churches, etc… all surrounded by a city wall. A trip to Rothenburg is a trip to the past. We loved it!

Roeder Gate Roeder Gate In the streets of Rothenburg Town Hall
Tourists Market Square St. Jacobs' Church In the streets of Rothenburg
In the streets of Rothenburg Klingen Bastion City wall City wall
In the streets of Rothenburg Oli In the streets of Rothenburg Snowballs - Rothenburg's specialty

Dinkelsbühl

Dinkelsbühl is, like Rothenburg, also a medieval city that is surrounded by a city wall. The atmosphere here is laid-back and there are not too many tourists. We strolled aimlessly around the city and enjoyed the beautiful houses.

Segringer Gate City wall In the streets of Dinkelsbühl St. Georg's Minster
New Town Hall Horses Carcass house Houses on Wine Market

Nördlingen

Nördlingen, was probably the biggest surprise on this trip… such a cute little city, where you can easily spend a day. We strolled through the city, visited the St.-Georg's-church, discovered lonesome streets, medieval houses, etc. Nördlingen is definitely a gem in Southern Germany!

Loepsinger Gate St.-Georg's-church Town Hall Gate
Water Mill In the streets of Nördlingen Carcass house Old letter box


Stuttgart Information
City of Heidelberg
Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Dinkelsbühl
Nördlingen

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