Bremen was strongly influenced by the Weser River and the shipping trade associated with it. In 787, Emperor Charlemagne elevated Bremen to a bishopric. Emperor Frederick Barbarossa granted the city its charter in 1186, thereby placing Bremen under imperial law. In 1260, Bremen joined the Hanseatic League and experienced an economic boom thanks to free […]
Bremen City Walk
Bremen’s history is strongly influenced by trade, which was dominated by merchant communities. The Hanseatic League, an association of northern German and Baltic cities, played an important role in Bremen’s history. The Hanseatic League was first founded in Lübeck. Bremen joined the Hanseatic League several times but also left or was expelled several times. Wikipedia […]
From Lübeck via Hamburg to Bremen
We leave Lübeck by train, continuing our journey towards Hamburg and Bremen. There is a regional train that runs between Lübeck and Hamburg. After a brief stop at Hamburg Central Station, we board an Intercity train for the rest of the journey. The entire route passes you through the North German lowlands, which are crossed […]
City Walk in Lübeck – Day 3
There are many interesting alleys and courtyards, especially in the western part of the old town. These include the Haasenhof, the Von Höveln Gang in the Hundestraße, the Kalandsgang, the Füchtingshof, the Glansdorps Gang, and many others. Many of these places are foundations or projects sponsored by social services for low-income people. Especially in spring […]
Last day in Budapest, back to Vienna
At the end of our stay in Budapest, we visit Margaret Island in the middle of the Danube. Today, it is a popular excursion and recreation area with several swimming pools, thermal baths, sports facilities, large parks, and meadows. Historically significant sites can also be found here. The ruins of a Dominican convent, where St. […]
Walk through the city of Budapest – day2
The Great Market Hall was opened in 1897 and was the main market in Budapest until 1932. The afternoon is the busiest time, so we returned the next morning to get better shots. On the ground floor, you’ll find fruit, vegetables, sausages, meat, bread, and spices. Of particular note is the Hungarian saffron, which is […]