Germany/Austria August/September information sharing.

[PhilandMena]

When the German students do bikes, they do it well.

 

[Chrisvh]

See you around midday, Ill be standing under the cathedral clock with a red rose sticking out of my arse ! Today is going to be very sunny and warm and you have chosen the best day of the week to visit Freiburg.

Sorry to miss you. Just picked up your post. What a gorgeous day in bike heaven. Fantastic bike network and as a result very heavy usage by all age groups. Gorgeous city. Just need to stop at my favourite motorbike gear shop on the way out. Always need more gloves!

 

[jongood]

So envious, we were supposed to be in Germany at the moment instead of waiting for DVLA to get their act together. They really are hopeless, its got so bad we re now being treated as priority but still convinced that they ve lost our paperwork

 

[JockandRita]

So envious, we were supposed to be in Germany at the moment instead of waiting for DVLA to get their act together. They really are hopeless, its got so bad we re now being treated as priority but still convinced that they ve lost our paperwork

I reckon they lost my paperwork too Jon, as they invited me to apply online for a replacement V5, so I sent them an email with photos of all the paperwork, along with tracking proof that they had signed for it, and within minutes, I was advised that a new and updated V5 would be issued immediately.
I think their handling of documents during the pandemic has been atrocious for a Government Department.

Cheers,

Jock.

 

[jongood]

I reckon they lost my paperwork too Jon, as they invited me to apply online for a replacement V5, so I sent them an email with photos of all the paperwork, along with tracking proof that they had signed for it, and within minutes, I was advised that a new and updated V5 would be issued immediately.
I think their handling of documents during the pandemic has been atrocious for a Government Department.

Cheers,

Jock.

They really are shockingly bad Jock. I ve learnt that if you send stuff recorded delivery the local sorting office sign for it and deliver it when they feel like it, not exactly the service I paid RM for
How long did your take?

Seen the posts and really glad you re having a nice time in the Flair
Jon

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[Chrisvh]

So envious, we were supposed to be in Germany at the moment instead of waiting for DVLA to get their act together. They really are hopeless, its got so bad we re now being treated as priority but still convinced that they ve lost our paperwork

Sorry to hear that. It must be incredibly frustrating.

 

[JockandRita]

How long did your take?

I sent it all off mid March, and despite repeated failed efforts to speak with someone, eventually they responded via email. I didn't get my new V5 until July.

Seen the posts and really glad you re having a nice time in the Flair

Yes, we had a great time thanks Jon..........and I'm itching to get away again already.
I'd love to see photos of your latest Clou Liner acquisition if possible please.

Back on topic, I have just received an alert from the FCO, advising that if entering Germany from either Wales or Northern Ireland, Q14 is required, whereupon early release from which, will be dependent upon a Covid test providing negative results.

Cheers,

Jock.

 

[Crazylegs]

Full circle for us as back to one of our favourite haunts

Bernkastle Kues of course. First we got Coco sorted at the ever so nice but slightly racist vet who goes by the name or Christian Marx then we decided a celebratory Reisling was in order. That was pretty much the end of the day as one is never really enough. I do recall the vet collects vintage tractors though.

It’s goodnight from him.......

 

[Roger20]

Most of us seem to have been, or are in south west Germany. If any of you are interested in all things mechanical the Tecknik Museum at Sinsheim is well worth a day out. Have a look at the website https://sinsheim.technik-museum.de/en/ - it's about 20/25 miles south-east of Heidelberg. There's another one at Speyer a bit further west but I haven't been to that one so can't say how it compares with Sinsheim. Quick link to the main highlights https://sinsheim.technik-museum.de/en/highlights

It's a huge place and really interesting. Here's just a flavour

(who said the Germans don't have a sense of humour)

 

[jongood]

Thanks Jock JockandRita

here's the link to the Clou, in hindsight my post title was a bit random

Our new baby is home

Our new baby, On a 12 tonne coach chassis, Full air + air seats, 6 cylinder manual with a telma, its as smooth as silk with enough torque to pull a house down. Alde in the body with heat exchangers both ways, 2 x A/cs plus ice cold cab, Efoy, Gas genny etc etc etc. Needs a bit of TLC but...

www.motorhomefun.co.uk

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[tacr2man]

Most of us seem to have been, or are in south west Germany. If any of you are interested in all things mechanical the Tecknik Museum at Sinsheim is well worth a day out. Have a look at the website https://sinsheim.technik-museum.de/en/ - it's about 20/25 miles south-east of Heidelberg. There's another one at Speyer a bit further west but I haven't been to that one so can't say how it compares with Sinsheim. Quick link to the main highlights https://sinsheim.technik-museum.de/en/highlights

It's a huge place and really interesting. Here's just a flavour

(who said the Germans don't have a sense of humour)

You can get a joint ticket IIRC and Both are well worth a visit . The food in the cafe is good , and reasonable price . There is a stellplatze with full facilities near the Schwimbad at Sinsheim . The Speyer site has a Stellplatze near the Museum Hotel.

 

[Paul Wilkins]

You can get a joint ticket IIRC and Both are well worth a visit . The food in the cafe is good , and reasonable price . There is a stellplatze with full facilities near the Schwimbad at Sinsheim . The Speyer site has a Stellplatze near the Museum Hotel.

Visited the Speyer museum last month, huge place even has a Russian Space Shuttle on display
We also stayed on the Stellplatze however, get in there early as it got rammed later in the day BTW its next to the municipal airport runway, great if you're a plane buff.

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[Ian Bosman]

Where to get info on Austrian/German aires?

Buy the Stellplatz books but they are in German. The less good book in English from the Dutch outfit "Camperstops/ (?) The Stellplatz books have one solely for Germany and one for the rest of Europe which gives you the understanding that Germany has lots and lots around

 

[Paul Wilkins]

Buy the Stellplatz books but they are in German. The less good book in English from the Dutch outfit "Camperstops/ (?) The Stellplatz books have one solely for Germany and one for the rest of Europe which gives you the understanding that Germany has lots and lots around

There is a 'Stellplatz' app available, covers most of Europe, shows what facilities are available and ratings. If reviews are in German, just hold your finger on the text and it automatically routes you to Google Translate.

 

[jongood]

Visited the Speyer museum last month, huge place even has a Russian Space Shuttle on display
We also stayed on the Stellplatze however, get in there early as it got rammed later in the day BTW its next to the municipal airport runway, great if you're a plane buff.

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They re both great albeit slightly different in terms of exhibits, Speyer has locomotives, whereas Sinsheim is more racing vehicles. Sinsheim has the Concorde and Concordski and Speyer has the unbelievable Anatov, which one? Both if SWMBO will let you get away with it IMO

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[PhilandMena]

Be advised, the UK has just been placed on Germany's naughty steps and Visitors entering Germany form the UK will be subject to compliance with their entry rules. The campsite owner here told me if she went to UK and then returned to Germany she would have to provide/take a Negative Covid test at the boarder or isolate for 14 days. So, anyone coming over needs to find out exactly what the entry requirements are before arriving.

 

[suavecarve]

4 days worth of figures

UK 107.9 up by 11.7
Germany 30.8 up by 1.0
Italy 38.1 up by 2.0

UK 112.6 up by 4.7
Germany 31.2 up by 0.4
Italy 38.8 up by 0.7

 

[Bustup15]

Moved on to Leipzig, still chasing the sun while we can!
Some gorgeous buidings here, a mix of old, new made to look old and new (plain ugly).

Bit over the top on photos today

 

[Bustup15]

Thursday night and social distancing is out the window . This was mild compared to just around the corner.

And Jasper is out for the weekend before lockdown with his pizza

 

[bellabee]

At Aachen Campsite tonight. €23 . There were still plenty of places available until late afternoon, when it started to fill up.
Went to look at Aachen Cathedral - absolutely stunning .

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[Crazylegs]

Well sadly after five weeks our little sojourn to Germany is nearly over. Tonight we drink Leffe Braun in the charming town of Monschau Which is close to the border, ready for a run to the tunnel tomorrow.

Till next time enchanting Deutschland, we loved every minute.

it was turning a tad chilly as the sun set mind.

 

[Mr porky]

Well sadly after five weeks our little sojourn to Germany is nearly over. Tonight we drink Leffe Braun in the charming town of Monschau Which is close to the border, ready for a run to the tunnel tomorrow.View attachment 429788
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Till next time enchanting Deutschland, we loved every minute.
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it was turning a tad chilly as the sun set mind.

Looks nice.
why did you choose there instead of Aachen ?

 

[Drum Major]

I think Germany is such an interesting country people who have not visited it are missing out thanks for reminding us how Nice it is until our next visit

 

[Crazylegs]

Looks nice.
why did you choose there instead of Aachen ?

Why not, the Eifel National Park is a great area, lots of walking opportunities, check it out. This holiday though we have avoided larger towns as much as we can for obvious reasons, we prefer rural locations anyway if truth be told.

 

[Mr porky]

Why not, the Eifel National Park is a great area, lots of walking opportunities, check it out. This holiday though we have avoided larger towns as much as we can for obvious reasons, we prefer rural locations anyway if truth be told.

Thanks it does look lovely. Aachen is in the environmental zone so it would be difficult for us unless I get a pdf of our v5 (any day now hopefully)

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[JockandRita]

Thanks it does look lovely. Aachen is in the environmental zone so it would be difficult for us unless I get a pdf of our v5 (any day now hopefully)

Get round it by overnight at the P&R by the Crematorium and Bismarck Tower, and get the bus in. €5 return, for up to 5 x passengers. You are a very short drive off the Autobahn, and close to a 24hr filling station (other side of the Autobahn).

Cheers,

Jock.

 

[Mr porky]

Get round it by overnight at the P&R by the Crematorium and Bismarck Tower, and get the bus in. €5 return, for up to 5 x passengers. You are a very short drive off the Autobahn, and close to a 24hr filling station (other side of the Autobahn).

Cheers,

Jock.

Thanks for the info

 

[JockandRita]

Thanks for the info

Waldfriedhof P&R. Drive in and round to the exit, then turn immediately left before the STOP signs.

Jock.

 

[Northernraider]

Thanks it does look lovely. Aachen is in the environmental zone so it would be difficult for us unless I get a pdf of our v5 (any day now hopefully)

I stopped in Aachen last year with my old hymer ...didn't know anything about environmental zone and certainly haven't heard anything ....

 

[Northernraider]

Be advised, the UK has just been placed on Germany's naughty steps and Visitors entering Germany form the UK will be subject to compliance with their entry rules. The campsite owner here told me if she went to UK and then returned to Germany she would have to provide/take a Negative Covid test at the boarder or isolate for 14 days. So, anyone coming over needs to find out exactly what the entry requirements are before arriving.

AHH ..I'm in Luxembourg planning to enter Germany tomorrow ....this could be interesting

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