Nuremberg

Near our flat is a highway. If you get on this highway and head west for about 300 kilometers you will find yourself in the delightful little town of Nuremberg, Germany.

The name might strike the scholar of WWII history as having a precarious past but today the medieval town has so much more to offer.

H. and I decided to do a day trip a few weekends ago. The destination wasn't as important as the journey, as my reason for wanting to take the day trip was to see what our VW Passat could do on the German autobahn with no official speed limit. All I'll say about that drive is "WOOHOO"!

Nuremberg has a delightful old town with a lively central square, castle and strong city walls. Nuremberg's attraction is its atmosphere. There are small open markets scattered throughout the old town. People walk slowly and enjoy the colors, smells and music of street musicians.

A must for any visitor to Nuremberg are its famed sausages (Nürnberger Bratwürste). They are small white spicy sausages served three to a bun at the outdoor stands or a plate of six to eight served with sauerkraut if you prefer to sit in a local pub with a pint of local beer.

We couldn't have spent a better day than one filled with fast driving, good food and smooth beer. Maybe we'll journey down that highway near our flat again in the not too distant future...