We spent our last day in Germany between the towns of Bernkastel and Trier. Starting in Bernkastel, we were walking around long before the town was really awake, which was kind of cool--we got to see everyone wake up, open the shops, and start the day. It kind of reminded me of the beginning of Beauty and the Beast, when Belle goes around and sees all the townspeople waking up! We declined the included city tour of Bernkastel to do some of our own sightseeing, and we came across some unique sights!
A vine-covered building around the city center.
No optical illusion here... the house really is at an angle!
Drinking beer in a bathtub--what more does one need in life?!
I'm guessing this is a passageway to something related to the vineyard above, perhaps a wine cellar? Regardless, the detail is amazing!
In the afternoon, we made our way to Trier, a city known for it's abundance of Roman ruins! The Roman Empire is so frequently discussed in all aspects of life: government, art, architecture, and thinking, so it was truly amazing to see these ruins in person. I can only imagine what it would have been like to be at the large bath house or coming into town through their fortress bridge...
Part of the bath house that is still standing today.
One of many underground walkways under the bath house complex.
The impressive bridge tower on the edge of then-Roman territory.
The day spent between these two cities was a great way to end my time in Germany. I wish we could have had more time in Trier--I got the impression it had so much more to offer than what we had time to see. Good to know for my next trip!
Have a great Thursday!
--Caroline
