Cologne, Germany was a hidden gem. We only stopped in Cologne, because we had Hyatt points, and there happened to be a Hyatt there. We got there in the dark, and it was magnificent. But I think the daylight made it even better. I got up early to run, and when I walked out of the hotel, this was our view.
We were on the other side of one of the few cathedrals that made it unscathed through World War II, because it apparently housed soldiers. That being said, I got up and ran across LoveLock bridge to then run around the cathedral and neighboring streets. And I was in luck, because the neighboring streets were filled with amazing cafes and shops. So basically, I scouted out the best places to return to.
We all spent the day perusing the streets, and this is where Micah found the world’s best grocery store — REWE! We literally went through the whole store aisle by aisle. And after we bought stuff and ate it, we headed back for more! After the grocery store, Nonnie and I parted ways from the troops. We went shopping, and they apparently went to one of the best parks they have ever been to.
We had a lock for LoveLock bridge, but never were together to all put it up.
So Navy and I went on a special date, and she picked the place to solidify our love, before we left Cologne.
On our way out, we got lost (on purpose) in the back country of the German countryside. When we saw this strawberry field…the kids made me stop for “just one little sample”.
Oops.
Then we drove on to a random freeway exit. Like every single exit in Europe, there are treasures everywhere! This exit took us to a rad park, where Dash found his personal #5 (for being 5 years old).
And…
Only the most insane view of the Rhine river we have seen thus far!
Yep…that’s just a castle across the way.
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