After yesterday's scorcher, today seems cool at only 14C in the morning, rising to 22C by lunch time.
We plan to leave, tomorrow morning, so, today we have an easy day, a trip into Rudesheim to mix with the tourists, followed by packing away bicycles etc.
We do not plan to move far, only about 20 miles along the Rhine, to Oberwesel. Currently undecided if we should stay at Camping Schonburgblick (N50 06'08" E07 44'11"), or at the Stellplatz nearby (N50.10828, E7.72729),
Tuesday, 17th September 2019
Although the weather forecast was not too promising, it turns our to be another beautiful day, sunny and 20C, but, with a stiff breeze.
An easy drive along the Rhine, entering the section referred to as the "Romantic Rhine".
Our planned destination, Oberwesel, is on the opposite site of the Rhine, so, the Sat-Nav directs us via a small ferry, it may be small, but, it operates very smoothly, and, other than having to make room for a Tourist Coach to get off the ferry, before we could get on, all is well, for 10Euro.
First disappointment, contrary to the reviews on SearchForSites, the Stellplaz (N50.10828, E7.72729), is disappointing, most of the space occupied by parked cars, adjacent to a busy road, and, no visible EHU, it is 8Euro/24hr, not worth it, in our view.
On to Camping Schonburgblick (N50 06'08" E07 44'11"), just a short distance away. This site has a good location, by the Rhine, but, a slightly overcrowded appearance, and, it is full, except for a small area just outside the entrance, which has EHU for Motorhomes. Kathleen is not happy with this, so, off we go.
A few miles further on, we chance upon Campingplatz Loreleyblick (N50 8'37" E7 43'20"). It is again, right on the bank of the Rhine.
Fairly large, and not immediately to Kathleen's liking, but, we decide to stay, for at least one night. After a little explore, Kathleen decides "it is better than she thought", so, we may stay longer, watch this space!
Wednesday, 18th September 2019
Very cool start, compared to what we have been used to, but, sunny, and quickly warming to 20C.
This site, Campingplatz Loreleyblick (N50 8'37" E7 43'20"), is excellent, except for the railway line, running nearby. Trains continue throughout the night, and, they are LOUD. Living, as we do, in an urban area, we are used to some background noise, but, this is definitely in the foreground! Don't think we will stay a third night!
We have new German neighbours, a much younger couple, only 30 something, I would guess, so, significantly younger than the average geriatric Motorhomes They are very friendly, and wave us off on our cycling outing, they are drinking white wine at 10:00 in the morning!
Our lack of German Language skills are adequately demonstrated, Kathleen gets a Chocolate Muffin, despite asking, in her best German, for a Blueberry Muffin.
I manage to get Belgian Waffles, as requested, but, minus the honey!
It would appear this shopkeeper has read my comments about, souvenirs, being made in China!
I am conned, sorry, persuaded into agreeing that Kathleen needs a (smart) backpack, so that she can help carry the shopping, when we visit Lidl Etc.
Needless to say, she does not have her
I very much doubt the backpack will ever contain any groceries, however, it does have a need internal pocket, which I point out, could be used to carry her purse and glasses (so I don't have to read the menu to her), in future. This is not well received.
Just thought I would include a photograph of said backpack in action (empty of course), although we do make a toilet stop at St Gear, which then results in more shopping, (not bad, for someone who does not have her purse with her), and, an item is actually carried in the backpack.
Kathllen's comment, "it is heavier with something in it",,,,, err, yes, that fits with the laws of Physics, I suppose.
I am jealous that you get so many cycling miles in as E is usually very reluctant to use the bikes at all although we sometimes travel in to our towns and cities then leave them and walk about. I think this is mainly due to the traffic, the business and other bikes scooters, cars, pedestrians, dog, and cats getting in out way. If you have level uncrowded cycle paths everywhere then we may have more success. However in an attempt to strngthen up my knee muscles, I now have a (cheap Chines - don't you love them) device to turn the bike into a fixed training bike - time will tell if this can put off the need for surgery for ever!
ReplyDeleteWe went to Rudeshein with Andrew & Maureen using the cable car to get to the "wine caravan" with views over the Rhine but don't recall it being in any way cheap!
I have filled in a recent ACSI survey and emphasised that their ratings (especially for toilet block cleanliness!) are very erratic and must be improved - surely this most bais requirement can be met but it often isn't?
As caravanners, and me living in my White Bread World (meaning beer at 33p per pint - the same as petrol per gallon at that stage) I like the idea of stellplatz which appear to be car parks with water, waste & toilet disposal (no EHU?) unfortunately unsuitable for tuggers.
Battery update... supplier will test it again but if they can't fault it I will have to buy another and if that doesn't work possibly a new mover which would really go against the grain but otherwise we just couldn't rely on it.:
We have noticed that sites which originally appear good can be bad and vice versa.
The language issue always makes for interesting mealtimes.
As E has all of the money, I don't have the purse problem and expect my beer to be bought for me, however, a backpack for €18 also seems very reasonable!
I'm glad the Laws Of Physics are alive and well.
The Germans don't understand the concept of a pre-paid card (as good as cash?)
I am considering an EU wide petition to demand that all Lidls stock your favourite pastry!
Hi Doug. Thanks for reading, I understand the traffic, dogs, pedestrian problems in UK. Here, we cannot get used to the care and space drivers give you as a cyclist. Slightly afraid it is a trick, to get you to “go” so they can knock you down! The Stellplatz we are on now has EHU showers, etc etc, it is just like a site, but, MoHo only and 17euro inclusive. Not all of them are so well equipped, or as expensive..
DeleteOn the use of plastic in Germany, I find it amazing how they use cash for everything. We had one explanation to say it was all about privacy, another to say it was because banks charge 3% on every transaction, and, take 3 weeks to actually pay up. We have a French Euro Account, with debit card, Staling Bank debit card, Nationwide Debit card, Santander debit card, plus a selection of credit cards, but, no joy, cash is king!
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