Bike tour Rheinfelden > Mannheim (335 km)

I always wanted to cycle from the project in Rheinfelden, Switzerland home to Mannheim. It is very simple, just follow the Rhine river downstream passing such nice cities like Basel, Strassburg and Karlsruhe and many more scenic towns and villages.

I started Thursday evening after work with my old travel bike and arrived on Saturday lunch time after 335 km and 17 cycling hours.



I followed the Canal du Rhone au Rhin that runs parallel to the Rhine for a while...



...before coming to wonderful Strassburg.



The evening of the second day, the passing sun shining through the mistletoes.

Ski vacation

Astrid and me went skiing to La Plagne in France over New Year. Find some snapshots here of the fine french architecture. It shows our apartment complex in La Plagne Bellecote.



It was quite cold, but only weak winds and a lot of sun. After some fresh snow on the second day we had wonderful conditions.



The ski resort offers nice views on the majestic Mont Blanc. Maybe one day I´ll be able to return for this event.



Here a glance through my red sun glasses. :)



New Years Eve was celebrated on a mountain hut with the Skiclub Fritzlar.



The magic first minutes of 2009.



I wish all of you a happy New Year!!!