Ottrott to Ribeauville- Alsace Tour


 Today we began riding along the Route de Vin through vineyards and sunflower fields.  The weather was perfect for cycling... not too sunny but just enough heat.  We rolled along through the vines over a few “wee bumps” (which were not very “wee” ) but “wee” in comparison to what’s in store for us next week in the Alps!  We had a nice picnic under the trees before climbing up  (755 meters) to Chateau du Haut-Koenigsbourg.  Strategically placed on top of Stophanberch mountain for our biking pleasure and to dissuade assailants. It had stunning views out the Grand Bastion artillery windows.  Amazing architecture and lots of history here from the 12th century on as it had been through the Thirty Years War. 

 Listening to the bells ring out in the villages as I lay here summing up the day.  My belly full of Alsatian cheese and potatoes, and looking forward to the new sights we will see tomorrow. P.s. Apologies these phtotos are out of order.  


                    Tonight after dinner..
                   Biking gear in a chateau...but of course! 
                      The beautiful Chateau
               These Chandeliers made me think of Nathaniel.
                         View from the top out of the artillery window.
                   Dad on the drawbridge listening to the electronic tour guide.
             The Chateau in the distance
                 When in Rome
                Our fellow cyclists along the route
                    Happy hour Dad



              Cafe stop with decorative cups and chocolate
The Grand Bastion
               Through the village we are staying in, you can see the Chateau above in the distance.
                   Dad and Stephen from Australia after dinner.
            Love this photo David took of us in the sunflowers
 
Our resting place for the night!

 

Comments

  1. barron.mary@gmail.comJuly 3, 2023 at 3:20 PM

    Nice picture of you and Dad in front of those sunflowers!
    View from the castle is awesome!
    That was quite a hill to get to the castle!
    Love you!

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  2. AnonymousJuly 4, 2023 at 12:23 PM

    Once again, an encyclopedia of the days’ events. Pics are all marvelous. I too love the sunflower pic and your overnight ‘digs’ are not messing around. Sleeping in the chateau. Pretty much sure I have never said that 😂. So happy you are riding/eating/ sleeping well. Look forward to more adventures ahead. Love ya, Grace

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  3. BJuly 4, 2023 at 2:15 PM

    Thanks Grace! Hope you have a wonderful trip in Ca. with the best woman in the world! ❤️ much love

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