During the Chamber Music Festival, I developed a severe kidney infection. I was fortunate to receive immediate treatment from the many doctors in attendance at the festival. I am especially grateful to Drs. Gerhardt and Sybille Mueller-Schwefe for their generosity and care. In the days after the festival, I was able to indulge in some much needed rest and renewal, in addition to having time to complete the appendix materials for Carus. Towards the end of the week, I felt much better and enjoyed some lovely afternoon walks and hikes. The following pictures will hopefully allow you to also appreciate some of the incredible beauty and history of the area. Enjoy!
A view of Hohenstaufen from the base of the mountain.
About the mountain...
The path around the mountain...
A quaint stopping place to enjoy coffee and the scenery....
The surrounding woods, quiet and beautiful...
A glimpse through the trees at neighboring villages...
A lone tree...
and another look at the valley below...
Dusk in Hohenstaufen...
The view from Rillings terrace at sunset...
all is calm.
A visit to the Hohenstaufen Castle ruins on the top of the mountain.
The Himmel und Erde Cafe built around the castle ruins...
A sundial with reference points to the towns and cities in view.
The changing colors of fall...
and two lovely ladies on a bench!
Dusk on top of the mountain...
The ruins at sunset...
The summit cross at sunset...
The end of a beautiful week in Hohenstaufen.
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