The stone bridge of Regensburg built across the
Danube in the 12th century is Germany's oldest.
On this visit repair
scaffolding obscured the view from this side. |
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The view from the other side
was perfect |
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The Cathedral |
and Christmas Market (Christkindlmarkt) |
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Scenes of the city include this statue of Don
Juan, the son of the emperor after a liason with a local girl.
At left a recognizable Biblical scene painted on a building and
a memorial to local victims of the Holocaust
in front of the building where they once lived
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Each town has its own version
of Gluehwien (traditional hot & spicy wine) in a collectable mug.
Joe collected them all.
Of course you need pastry to go with that
wine. |
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Chocolate treats were everywhere.
A carpenter would appreciate these |
More Gluehwein! |
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Stalls displayed unique
handmade crafts |
The Basilica of St Emmeram |
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Walking from one Christmas
Market to another |
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The estate of the Von Taxis
family is the setting for a special Christmas Market.
The family
business of transporting goods and people, begun hundreds of years
ago, is the origin of the word "taxi" |
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We didn't have time for the
tour of the house. Maybe next visit? |
This seller of Gluehwein looked like Joe's
sister. |
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In the evening we attend a
concert of a Boys' Choir. Photos of the children and their performance
were not allowed.
They were amazing and we bought 2 of their CDs. |
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We last visited Regensburg during the Easter Markets in 2012.
Pictures of that trip are HERE
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