Bernkastel Kues is a small German town located on the Mosel River in Rhineland. It is surrounded by steep vineyards, where the wine that is produced is some of the best and most expensive rieslings in the world. We spent 6 days in the small town, walking the narrow cobblestone streets, taking seats at local cafe's for espresso and German apfel strudels, and of course the occasional glass of riesling. We checked into our room which was located right on the river. I had a gorgeous room and view!
Out my window:
Once we settled in, we went out to explore the little town and it's fairytale-like setting. We saw little German Winestube's all over, sausage shops, wine shops and cafe's serving the worlds most amazing brat, plain with some fresh bread and a little mustard.
German Sausage Shop
One of the most amazing things I've ever tasted - homemade with real whipped cream:
Colorful hard boiled eggs for sale:
Restaurants right on the edge of the vineyards
The next morning we began our hike to to the top of the Landshut Castle. It was built in the 13th century (1277), but was partially burnt down in 1692.
The views from the top of Bernkastel Kues and the Mosel river were spectacular!
After all the wein, desserts and sausage, we headed out for some much needed exercise. We biked about 30km along the Mosel, riding in and out of gorgeous old villages with clock towers, picturesque bridges, tiny town squares continuous views of the abundant vineyards!
One of the most relaxing ways to spend an afternoon in Europe - at an outdoor cafe with a tasty cup of espresso:
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