As part of our Saturday journey into Bavaria - we drove to Garmish and Mittenvald.
Daphne's Grandfather spent time in
Mittenvald learning to make the world's best violins. Daphne's Mom, Mebane spent time there as a teen with her 
Dad.We stopped by the town, had an ice cream, and visited the sites.
The violin is carved out of a huge tree trunk. Violins are important here.
The kids didn't appreciate it - but maybe some of you will.
We also stopped by the fast food place after a long afternoon of shopping. Daph took a picture because she couldn't believe how McD looked bavarian.
She also wants everyone to know that McD offered beer as part of the value meal. Beer was also cheaper than Coke on the regular menu.
Also - we passed the ski jump in Garmisch from the 1936 Olympics. It is incredible. They had to upgrade it for some international event in 2011 and it is an architectural miracle. Do me a favor - look at this site :
http://www.archdaily.com/10969/new-olympic-ski-jump-in-garmisch-partenkirchen-terrain-loenhartmayr/
The new top of the jump extends into the air about 100 yards with nothing supporting it. At night it must be amazing.
Tschuss.
Patty and I went to Garmish-Partenkirchen and visited the ski slope and rode a gondola up into the mountaiins many years ago.
ReplyDeleteIt looks much the same and was also raining a little!