Early start, greatly appreciate Bernadette,
and her hospitality. Just over an hours flight to Koln, the rain has set in.
Great to be in Germany, particularly after they beat Brasil 7-1. Everyone in
high spirits. Lovely greeting from Stefanie and Erik who have kindly picked us
up and take us to Kerpen to collect the motorhome. Travel to Mechernich which
is in the Eifel region near the borders of Netherlands and Belgium. The
villages in this part of Germany are something to see.
They have booked Peter and myself into a
hotel.
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| In the care of Mrs Schmitz |
After unloading the baggage we have a quick orientation around the
village. First stop we have been booked into a personal tour of a lead mine.
This forms an intricate part of the regions history. No longer in production
but in it's time produced 15,000 tonnes per one million tonnes of rock. Also
used during the war as a shelter and hospital for the local community.
Extensive range of tunnels. Thanks to Ralf our tour guide also a regular bike
enthusiast, so conversation continually deviated off course. The Germans grasp
of english continues to amaze me, we feel a bit embarrassed by our lack of
language skills. A great family meal with Stefanie, Theo (pronounced tee ho)
kirsten (pronounced key-L-ston) I hope thats okay Kirsten, and Jens, Erik and
Stephan. Stefanie, Erik and Stephan visited Australia in 2008 so it was great
to be with them again.
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| Theo and Stefanie's Home |
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