Culture done, back to the market to say hi to sis & munch some random treats. Dampfnudeln the clear winner! Yum!
Salzburg cathedral organ recital. Some interesting art, esp. in the crypt, but not super impressed with the music
Morning stroll into central Salzburg... lucky we already had that hotel breakfast... erm... feast?
Hotel room breakfast... at least they left us fresh raisin bread so there's something vaguely nutritious?
In a strange twist of fate turns out our hotel this eve is right next to a highly rated Indian restaurant Nom!
Cheers! But... erm... why are we drinking from what appear to be tiny vases??
More xmas markets & sparkly lights, this time in Salzburg. Then a short walk across the river & back to our digs.
Rest stop & a chance to walk through this very cool little gorge (Innersbachklamm). Gem of a find!
Today's random views from the road: Sankt Jakob in Haus, Pillersee & a small gorge near Schottl.
Beer & pizza at Memory Cafe, Ellmau. Delicious! Place seems to be frequented by stars, so got a selfie with Arnie!
Little jolly to look at Hintersteiner See. There are llamas at home too, but somehow more exciting here
Apres... erm... well, not ski, but playing in the snow. Cheers!
Playing in the snow with little people...
Awesome sunset up top (Hartkaiserbahn) before taking the last run home. Beautiful!
Ski day, but not the Pyrenees: at SkiWelt, Austria! Cloudy start but sunshine in the arvo Wait for it though...
Not a bad breakie spot! Pls excuse empty plates: we were too quick. So included a shot of sweet stuff eaten later
After dinner stroll home in the snow... someone loves it!
Delicious roast pork & crispy chicken. Some of the best Asian food I've ever had! + a cheeky beer or two. Cheers!
Seefeld snowshoe... without much deep snow, so just a beautiful hike in the end. Met some fury friends which was fun.
When you fancy a burger... lucky they have Indonesian chicken curry on the menu for someone else! Nom, nom, nom!
Seefeld stroll. Dusk turns to night & lights come into their own. Obligatory mulled wine & a fruit covered bun thing.
Arrived in Seefeld (in Tirol) to this very pleasant view from our balcony. That'll do! Now, time to go explore...
Today's views from the road: snow, snow & a little more snow... oh, and a frozen lake Germany then into Austria.
Breakie at traditional German digs. Boiled eggs, cold cuts, etc. Prolly lucky I didn't see schnapps until leaving!
Misty walk home (erm... back to our hotel) after dinner in Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Spoooooky! OK, only slightly
Few beers & dinner with the family @ Alter Keller. Delicious food & good times. Definitely worth the 4,000km drive!
Happy snaps with the fam in a very Christmassy Rothenburg ob der Tauber.
Unexpectedly asked to share some afternoon tea. Nom, nom, nom! Hope we aren't having a big dinner (preempting)!
Little stroll in Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Cold & grey, so good excuse to visit a local tavern! Cheers!
Xmas markets in Basel. Lots of things to see... & eat! Lots of people here too but a very nice atmosphere
Evening walk from Germany to Switzerland... via France... as you do Lights on the Rhine looking nice at dusk
Le Taj Mahal, Besancon. Asked if I'd like it "very, very hot", was sceptical (it's France) but wow, had a kick! Yum!
Wondering around Besancon... nibbling churros & enjoying more sparkly lights. It's a beautiful place!
Random rest stop in the French countryside. Parked next to Chateau d'Effiat so quick, nippy stroll for a closer look.
Eats at Pitaya Thai, Clermont-Ferrand. Good size & kinda tasty, but overall bit disappointing. Can't win them all
Xmas lights in Clermont-Ferrand. Ooooh... sparkly!
Driving in a winter wonderland Col des Issartets high point today @ 1123m. Hence the car: snail has no snow shoes.
Only 2 hours in & first bakery craving shot of the trip! Quick stop for snack of quiche & gateau basque. Nom!
Road trip! But why the car? Sure, some of this could go on roof, but don't fancy 4000km drive with that wind noise
December Tourmalet. But crazy weather means on bike, not skis! Little snow on the road but no probs. Stunning day!
Col du Tourmalet. In shorts. On 29 Nov. Beautiful, crazy warm day!
When it's grey down low... ride the Tourmalet! Warm & sunny from La Mongie & above. Crazy temps up here for mid Nov!
Foggy morning with first dusting of snow on the peaks this winter. Looked amazing as the sun broke through!
Neighbour hasn't cut their grass all summer... about time they got round to it!
Been fun having this guy around but time to move on so... farewell dinner with mates from Sydney. Happy travels, Loz!
Those paying attention will realise after a hike there's only one thing to do... Dinner feast at Nhu Y. Nom!
Hike to Lac de Greziolles via reservoir des Laquets. Shadows, sun & a few drops of rain. Beautiful up there though!
When your visiting buddy keeps insisting on taking you out for food. Lunch at L'Assiette de Juliette. Cheers Loz!
Sunday lunch at Chez Loulou. Mountains of great food as usual. Can't believe Pratiwi & Loz finished all that garbure!
Little autumnal stroll at the Col des Palomieres.