Category: Road Trip: Black Forest & Switzerland
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Freiburg 🇩🇪
Last Stop! Visiting Freiburg 🇩🇪 was a delight, with its charming medieval old town and colorful cobblestone streets. Ironically, it’s known as Germany’s sunniest city! Unique features like the Bächle—tiny water canals running through the streets—and the vibrant market in the cathedral square make it a truly special place.
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Weihnachtsmarkt Ravennaschlucht 🇩🇪
This market has been on my bucket list!
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Bern, the Capital of Switzerland 🇨🇭
Au revoir Bern, the capital of Switzerland . It was like stepping back in time with its charming old town, medieval architecture, and cobblestone streets. Built on a peninsula surrounded by the Aare River, the city was originally fortified for protection in the 12th century. After a devastating fire in 1405, much of Bern was…
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Glacier Garden of Lucerne 🇨🇭
Visiting the Glacier Garden of Lucerne was like traveling through time, with its fascinating glacial potholes formed during the Ice Age and relics of an ancient tropical sea. The highlight was the Mirror Maze!
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Exploring Lucerne🇨🇭
Exploring Lucerne🇨🇭was like stepping into a postcard, with its stunning lake views, historic old town, and the iconic Chapel Bridge, which dates back to the 14th century. The city is also home to the Lion Monument, a moving tribute to Swiss Guards who died during the French Revolution, making Lucerne a perfect blend of natural…
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Stein am Rhein🇨🇭
Visited the charming town of Stein am Rhein🇨🇭 as they were setting up their winter decorations. It’s easy to imagine a picturesque Christmas market here, with its fairy-tale streets and charm!
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Rhein Falls & Water Park 🇨🇭
🍁 The leaves aren’t the only thing dropping this season—nature’s power and beauty are in full flow here. Happy Thanksgiving 🦃 For the kids of all ages on this trip, Alpamare water park was a splash hit! 🌊 Plus, we celebrated visiting our 24th European country—Switzerland🇨🇭! It’s Switzerlands largest indoor water park.
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Christmas Garden on Island Mainau 🇩🇪
Just visited the magical Christmas Garden on Island Mainau, and it set the stage for the holiday season! The sparkling lights, festive music, and unique experiences made it the perfect way to end the evening.
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Hohenzollern Castle Winter Magic 🇩🇪
Hohenzollern Castle, sitting high on the mountain, is about 1,000 years old and was the ancestral home of the Hohenzollern family, who helped shape German history. With its breathtaking views and fairy-tale design, it’s a must-see for history buffs and travelers alike. We were fortunate to catch the Christmas festivities 👑 🎄