Day 6.  Ron rant #2….

Do not travel on German Railways. Following last night’s problem went to catch 0916 to Koblenz only to find it running 50-55 late so had to wait for 0954. Now in Koblenz and train to Cochem is running 10 late. Hope I can get back to Remagen for group meal at 1930.

Still hot and sunny.  A 2nd free day so went to Cochem to make up for lost day earlier in the week. Following recommendations from group members who went yesterday took 1 hour round trip on the Moselle, which helped with the heat. Last blog of this holiday as returning home tomorrow. Off on walking holiday to Isle of Man on Saturday so keep an eye on your inbox.

Kolenz to Cochem

Cochem

Moselle cruise

Koblenz Hbf

Cochem Hbf

Imagine trying to use these stairs if you are inebriated.

After all that wine tasting, you should know, Ron!!

And finally, Day 8.  Ron rant #3

DB strikes again! Learnt this morning that our 1342 ICE from Cologne to Brussels Midi had been cancelled. Luckily we were allowed to use late running 1142 which left Cologne almost an hour late. Due to late running this train terminated at Brussels Nord and we had to take a local train across Brussels. Still had plenty time to enjoy following meal outside Midi station.

Pasta carbonara with a large draught Trappist beer, then crepes with cream, ice cream and chocolate sauce with a coffee.  

Will probably sleep all the way to London.