Hollyhocks

A beautiful display of hollyhocks in Wannsee. I love the simplicity of these flowers, in German they're called farmers roses.

And a look at the hollyhock bicycle, which I featured here back in 2015. This bicycle had been parked in the same place for almost three years... just last week I saw that it was moved to another lamppost about 50 meters away. I wonder if it gets lonely now without its longtime hollyhock companion.

Spy bridge

Here's a look at the Glienicke Bridge, also known as the Bridge of Spies. During the Cold War, spies were traded from East to West and vice versa right here above the Havel river. It's pretty amazing sometimes to live in a city with so much history.

Golf reflections

It's been quite a while since I've featured a golf course photo here. I must admit, golf in Europe is exhausting - the courses are long, you have to walk (even with the pushcart, it's hard) and a round usually takes well over four hours. When I walk, I can't have the extra weight of a camera with me and there is usually not time for photos anyway. Luckily for you, I had  my phone with me last weekend and got this water shot. Hope you enjoy the reflection - it was not a warm day, but good enough.

PS: Don't ask about my score. My game has still not adapted to "European" conditions. You can also see more of wonderful Vienna on my travel blog.

Christmas in Potsdam

I made it to a few more Christmas markets over the weekend, including this one in Potsdam. The market itself was nicely arranged, running along the main street from the Archway to the Church (which you see here). The weather has really been perfect for the markets this year, a little chilly, but not too cold or wet. I'm ready for the festivities to begin - how about you?