Germany part 2
Mespelbrunn Wasser Schloss
We never did make it to the Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany mainly because it was way off the beaten track. We debated and in the end, my step mother suggested a smaller, but very beautiful “wasser schloss” or water castle in Mespelbrunn that was merely an hour away by car. Mespelbrunn is a medieval castel surrounded by a water moat and is gorgeous – and if you can believe it still occupied by descendants of the original family who first built it in 1412.
Ron and Me at Mespelbrunn
The fees paid to tour the castle fund the upkeep and maintenance of the compound which must be astromomical and of course, the wing that is occupied is not accessible to the public. What is so cool about this small castle is that many of the original furnishings are still in the residence including weaponry, living, dining, bedroom, chapel and game room furnishings and accessories. It really is incredibly picturesque – I can’t begin to do the place justice.
On the grounds of Mespelbrunn
Meanwhile, I didn’t get into the studio yesterday and made a trip to the mall instead. It seemed like a good place to stay cool and I actually needed something there that I haven’t seemed to find anywhere else. Today is the day, however, that I intend to make some new work. I dreamt about clay last night and need to work in the garagio in the morning before the day gets too hot.
Looking out from the interior courtyard of the castle
With that, I’m keeping this post short today-
Cynthia
Mespelbrunn Cafe – the day would not have been complete without kaffee und kuchen eaten alfresco
Linda Starr
July 9, 2009 at 9:20 am //
Your photos have me longing for ancient architecture, the castle is so sereen. The first photo is like an old world painting.
Cynthia
July 10, 2009 at 11:18 am //
It was pretty serene and despite being summer, there were only a handful of people visiting while we were there. Sort of off the beaten track.
Mary T.
July 9, 2009 at 2:20 pm //
It is lovely and isn’t it a shame that the photos, even though they seemed very good to me, never catch the essence of a place. They are close, but not quite.
Cynthia
July 10, 2009 at 11:19 am //
Nothing is ever as good as the real thing, imho…
ang
July 9, 2009 at 3:58 pm //
wow looks great, can’t believe some of those old places…amazingly full of atmosphere..glad you’re keeping cool..it’s raining again this morning but at least it’s not 5 deg anymore..hehe enjoy the warm..
Cynthia
July 10, 2009 at 11:19 am //
Forgot that we’re upside down weather wise! Not complaining about the heat – still remember icy studio from winter.
Shawn McCann
July 9, 2009 at 6:38 pm //
This looks absolutely beautiful. If I ever get over there, I will surely have to visit. Thanks for posting!
Cynthia
July 10, 2009 at 11:20 am //
Germany is story book pretty and the people seem to really take an interest in keeping it that way. There are modern cities, but even in these, there are pockets of old fashioned beauty.
waterrose
July 9, 2009 at 8:59 pm //
What a great castle….love how it appears out of the water.
Cynthia
July 10, 2009 at 11:21 am //
Thanks for the visit – the water makes the castle if you ask me. What you can’t see are the huge fish swimming in the very clear water.
jim
July 10, 2009 at 8:05 am //
i want to go to germany… bitte
Cynthia
July 10, 2009 at 11:22 am //
Go – it’s a gorgeous country and the people are friendly too.
LB
July 11, 2009 at 9:28 pm //
Nice pics! I went to Germany to meet a blogger friend 2 years ago! I went to her town of Wetzler, & we also visited Koln. I saw some lovely castles! I would like to go back and visit Berlin!
jafabrit
July 13, 2009 at 6:00 am //
Your photos are gorgeous, as is the place. What a wonderful place to go.
so I thoroughly enjoyed seeing your photos.
I miss seeing castles back home