I agree. They are so dramatic with the contrast.

The cake with whipped cream looks delicious. I do enjoy hot drinks and German cakes. :)

Great photos and videos. Brought back great memories of our fall cycling through Germany.

Kurbis, ( I am not sure how to get the dots when on the computer) One of the few German words I know as they eat a lot of it in the fall.

That is such a practical thing. I like that the pharmacists in France can identify mushrooms for you. Or at least they used to.

I am really enjoying your stunning photos. You have captured fall in Germany beautifully.

It was such a great way to finish the season, which had already included many fine tours.

Welcome back home! So glad you found some nourishing food to warm you up and dry gear/ puffy jacket to keep you that way. Completing the circle by “conquering” the rain does offer a special sense of accomplishment.
Wonderful little tour, thanks.

And thank you for your observant and interested comments! I need you as a proof reader! I look forward to riding and publishing again.

It was kind of perfect, except that it was the last tour of the season.. I want more. Maybe two days with the warm Föhn blowing in January? I can dream, can't I?

Thanks, Rich! Starting from home is such a relaxed approach to touring. Just getting on your bikes is so easy. We all know what train travel involves, and even a car requires a lot more logistics. There is something comfortable and cozy about touring in familiar terrain.

Stopping for refreshment is never a bad idea, right? Thanks for the coffeeneuring reminder. Otherwise I never would have treated myself to so much cake - except you don't have to eat cake with your beverage. My interpretation of the challenge!

Thanks! Nothing sensational along the route but somehow a very satisfying tour.

Thank you for sharing it with all of us! Will miss your journals and photos until…next time! :)

Gorgeous!

Still a very pretty setting and not raining at the moment!