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Benelux (Plus) Vacation Recap
For anyone tuning in for the first time, this blog series catalogs a month-long trip, primarily through Belgium and the Netherlands, with a few days spent in Switzerland, Luxemburg, and a smidgen of Germany. Each entry offers photos, observations, and reflections from one traveler after a limited time in each location. Experiences and opinions may…
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Luxembourg City In Brief
Thursday 13 Oct Schedule in the city of Luxembourg:Arrival @ 9:38; Departure @ 14:10There are plenty of good photo opportunities, especially around the valley that runs through the city, but no regrets over such a hasty departure. Diekirch Before moving on to the capital, it’s worth mentioning Diekirch, even if it was mostly just a…
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Mullerthal Trail
The trip to Mullerthal was a bit of a mixed bag, but ultimately very rewarding. The first reaction was disappointment in just how built up the area is. Such a trail system elicits images of remote forests and a sense of accomplishment for those who complete the trek. The reality was passing by a busload…
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Luxembourg Beyond the City
It’s not so small as a city-state, but Luxembourg is a tiny country. It’s only around 65 miles (104 km) to drive from north to south, and it’s shorter from east to west. Despite its size, it’s got more than 70 castles to visit, and the capital, which shares a name with the country, is…
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Hiking Vallée de la Warche
The trip started out at the hotel in the east, crossed the dam, then descended into the valley in front of Reinhardstein Castle (14th-century). This portion of the trail was slightly rough, with the path being covered in roots and mud, and often disappearing into the rest of the forest. Thanks to GPS and a…