Planning my route over the Alps at a campsite at Pfarrwerfen
July 2, 2017
09:43: I treated myself to a lie-in this morning, snug in the sleeping bag and bivvy until 08:40. I was surprised how long I managed to sleep. The
From Kuchl to the campsite at Pfarrwerfen
July 1, 2017
08:17: Slept really well. Up at 07:45 very bleary-eyed. I went to bed at one o’clock this morning after making my excuses.1 I’m about to do my teeth
From a campsite on the northern edge of Salzburg to Kuchl and an invitation to stay with the Menneweger family
June 30, 2017
08:31: I didn’t bother taking a shower this morning as I woke to a steady rain. I brushed my teeth and washed yesterday’s socks (which I’d had to
Failing to be a good tourist in Salzburg
June 29, 2017
08:59: Up and about at about 07:30 and into the shower. It’s another grey and showery day, as forecast. I’m heading into town now to get some
Hunting for maps in Salzburg
June 28, 2017
08:53: Up at about 07:30 and into the shower. I’ve registered — it’s €15.50 per night here in the campsite. I slept reasonably well with the
From a campsite on the south shore of the Waginger See to a campsite north of Salzburg
June 27, 2017
I woke to heavy rain at six or so, and dozed on until 07:20 when the rain abated. I got up and headed to the facilities for a wash. Now it’s 08:24
From a campsite at Seebruck to a campsite beside a lake near Musbach
June 26, 2017
08:22: Washed and dressed (in slightly damp socks) and sitting eating breakfast of little Lidl bread rolls with ham and cheese. It’s another
Sheltering from the rain in Seebruck
June 25, 2017
09:12: The rain has started. It has that quality that makes me think it’s going to rain all day. I’m set up for it, so I don’t mind. I’m glad I
From a barn beyond Schonstett to a campsite at Seebruck
June 24, 2017
07:30: I woke at 06:00 (and several more times during the night — my gravel bed was quite uneven and hard) but decided to lie on until 07:00. I’m
From a field beyond Kirchseeon to a barn beyond Schonstett
June 23, 2017
06:25: I woke at 05:10 and 06:10. By 06:10, the sun was just above the horizon, so I’m rising before the temperature gets like a furnace. I slept
From München to a wild camping spot beyond Kirchseeon
June 22, 2017
08:29: Up at 07:10. I’ve finished breakfast and I’m ready to fold my map and hit the road. I expect to be on the road by 09:30, but I do have to
A morning at the Alte Pinakothek in München, then a lazy afternoon
June 21, 2017
09:50: It’s my last day in Munich. I got up at 07:30, got washed dressed and packed, and changed rooms. I’m now in a four-bed dorm for tonight.
In München, planning my route to Salzburg
June 20, 2017
09:32: I’ve arranged to stay an extra two nights; today I’ll plan my trip to Salzburg and tomorrow I’ll visit the Alte Pinakothek. €66.00 to stay
Shopping, mooching and yoga in München
June 19, 2017
08:10: Up and washed and heading for breakfast. 11:10: Ready to head out for some shopping. I’m inclined to stay one more night! I’m due to check
Visiting München’s Pinakotheken
June 18, 2017
09:45: A day for museum visits! Up at 07:15, washed and breakfasted. I’m heading to the Pinakotheken today. 11:16:14: Gerrit Riedveld chair
A day in München looking at historical computers and listening to free jazz
June 17, 2017
08:14: Up and washed and dressed. I’m thinking of staying an extra two nights, making it five nights in all here. It’s the last major city I’ll get
A day in München buying maps and exploring the city
June 16, 2017
08:04: Up at 07:20. Washed, dressed. Now heading for breakfast. I feel vastly refreshed. 10:03: Chat with Aisling to help her reset her loaner phone
Mammendorf to a youth hostel in München
June 15, 2017
07:58: Up at 07:01, headed for the washing facilities by 07:10. I’m washed now in yesterday’s clothes except for fresh socks. It’s such a chore
From Augsburg to a campsite at Mammendorf
June 14, 2017
Up at 07:09, after saying goodbye to Shahbaz at 06:30. I skipped having a wash. I’m having breakfast now at 08:01. Still need to wash my socks. I
Augsburg
June 13, 2017
08:08: Awake and ready to get in the shower. I slept really well with earplugs in. 09:13: At breakfast. Here’s the origin of that quote, attributed
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