So a couple of weekends ago, we were able to go for a little exploration near by! We got our house and our car and decided, "what a better time to explore". Thankfully, I also have a cousin (Aaron) and his family (Kim, Kaylee, and Keldon) that just happen to be stationed in Stuttgart, Germany and so they drove up to Vilseck to show us around a little bit for a couple days. We started our voyage, on Friday, driving towards Amberg, Germany!
On our way to Amberg, Aaron and Kim showed us some of the German equivalent stores to Walmart, Lowes, Ace hardware, furniture stores, grocery stores, pet stores, liquor stores, etc. Then we went into Market Square in Amberg. We got to see the beautiful buildings, churches, fountain, and bridge. We even got to try the ice cream! Can I say, the Germans do some AMAZING ice cream! After walking around Market Square checking out all the stores and enjoying our ice cream, we headed back home.
The next day, Saturday, Aaron and Kim picked us up again and we were on our way exploring. Aaron was in charge of where we were going and what we were seeing/doing. So he took us to Flossenburg, Germany. Flossenburg is beautiful. Our first stop was the Flossenburg concentration camp. Talk about an emotional visit. The amount of deaths and torture that was experienced on those grounds makes you think twice about how good we have it now.
After the concentration camp, we walked up to the Flossenburg Castle Ruins. The ruins were full of history and destruction but oddly enough it was gorgeous! We climbed to the top of the tower and the view from up there was breathtaking! We had so much fun exploring the ruins and taking in the views. Aaron and Kim needed to head home so we headed back towards home. (Thank you again to Aaron and Kim for taking time out of their lives to take us around and spend time with us! Can't wait to do it again.)
On Sunday, we decided to explore on our own as a family! Mike, the kids, and I all drove up to Walhalla. Walhalla is a type of 'hall of fame' for influential people in German history. It contains busts of these people. The building is amazing and inside is even more detailed. Also, just like most places in Germany, the view is remarkable!
We had fun at Walhalla and then we headed back home to catch Alice in Wonderland: Through the Looking Glass at the theater here on post! Needless to say, our first 3-day weekend was so much fun and quite the adventure. Can't wait for the next one!
Check back soon for more detailed posts on each of the places we went during this weekends exploration! Get out and explore!
On our way to Amberg, Aaron and Kim showed us some of the German equivalent stores to Walmart, Lowes, Ace hardware, furniture stores, grocery stores, pet stores, liquor stores, etc. Then we went into Market Square in Amberg. We got to see the beautiful buildings, churches, fountain, and bridge. We even got to try the ice cream! Can I say, the Germans do some AMAZING ice cream! After walking around Market Square checking out all the stores and enjoying our ice cream, we headed back home.
The next day, Saturday, Aaron and Kim picked us up again and we were on our way exploring. Aaron was in charge of where we were going and what we were seeing/doing. So he took us to Flossenburg, Germany. Flossenburg is beautiful. Our first stop was the Flossenburg concentration camp. Talk about an emotional visit. The amount of deaths and torture that was experienced on those grounds makes you think twice about how good we have it now.
After the concentration camp, we walked up to the Flossenburg Castle Ruins. The ruins were full of history and destruction but oddly enough it was gorgeous! We climbed to the top of the tower and the view from up there was breathtaking! We had so much fun exploring the ruins and taking in the views. Aaron and Kim needed to head home so we headed back towards home. (Thank you again to Aaron and Kim for taking time out of their lives to take us around and spend time with us! Can't wait to do it again.)
On Sunday, we decided to explore on our own as a family! Mike, the kids, and I all drove up to Walhalla. Walhalla is a type of 'hall of fame' for influential people in German history. It contains busts of these people. The building is amazing and inside is even more detailed. Also, just like most places in Germany, the view is remarkable!
We had fun at Walhalla and then we headed back home to catch Alice in Wonderland: Through the Looking Glass at the theater here on post! Needless to say, our first 3-day weekend was so much fun and quite the adventure. Can't wait for the next one!
Check back soon for more detailed posts on each of the places we went during this weekends exploration! Get out and explore!
So much history and so much fun!! Add getting reacquainted with a cousin...what could be better!! Love you all!!
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DeleteJust love seeing all of these pictures.
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ReplyDeleteAmazing... What a great thing for the kids to learn about and enjoy
ReplyDeleteAnd they actually love it!
DeleteYour blog is a great idea. Keep the pictures and narrative coming. I am enjoying seeing what you do. Looks like you all are having a great time!
ReplyDeleteThank you! We are having the time of our lives!
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