We have really enjoyed staying at Landhauskiebel in Erden. We are just steps from the river, but we are enjoying the oasis that has been created here in the garden.
Seavo had a lovely spot to spend the night…under cover of grape vines in the garden.
Our host has created a very welcoming place to stay. Our accomodation was beautifully done with a comfortable sitting area, a private balcony and comfy bed. We loved how quiet it was.
Lots of work happening in the vineyards today. These workers are very high up near the top. Many of these wineries have been family owned for generations.
We love many things about riding in Europe, and the excellent signage for cyclists is top of the list. The stickers on the pole are also markers for different routes.
We were cycling along with no one around…it felt like we were the only people on the route, when along came three velomobiles. Love seeing them. These guys have no need for rain gear, but on a hot sunny day, we imagine that it can become pretty steamy inside.
This guesthouse has a Maibaum…May Tree or Maypole in front. It is a pole with a decorated tree on top with streamers on a ring. These are found all over Germany, however, in Bavaria the Maibaum has interesting traditions. One weird tradition (to us) is Maypole theft. The pole is cut down and left to dry for some time. A neighbouring community can try to steal pole and use it for their community. If they are not caught within the community it is from, they can keep it but the owners must buy it back with beer. If they are caught within the community border, they have to return it.
We usually have something packed for lunch, but not today. We found this bakery on google maps and quickly abandoned the route for break. It may not be a protein lunch, but these pastries and coffee are hitting the spot.
Barry turned on his iPhone and pulled out the Bluetooth speaker. We were listening to classical music and the horses came running. They were grooving and loving it. This also has worked with the deer and cows. Music…is truly a universal language.
Usually the route along the Moselle is pretty flat. But here we got to climb a bit and enjoy wonderful views. Loved this section. Isn’t it good that we are powered by bakery fare and coffee?
It has been an on and off rainy but cool day. We will be glad to get to our destination as we are dirty from mud on the trail and quite wet. This fellow has the right idea.
