Frutt, here we go again!

It was time again, time to leave the real world behind and enjoy the beautiful scene at a hight of 2000m or even higher. And that means an action-packed skiing adventure at its best - more than that this time. There were 5 of us, Kari ;) and Hoschi, two college guys of mine, as well as Frieda and Claus, both from Erfurt, now students in Erlangen. How simple is that? :)



The first activity after the arrival: chess and iced beer. I mean, we had this drink with us where ever we go, even in the sauna. The most important thing is: You have to sip regularly, otherwise the can gets too hot, and the beer as well.



Claus performing one of his 360 jump. Hehe no just kidding, just a jump without rotation, but he brought it home and got it to go.



Hehe one of those countless (but deserved) breaks with a nice hot "tea" in one's hand. We used it as refreshment and to regain power. Eating noodles the whole day long is good, but not that effective :D



Another event was the FIS night world cup slalom of the women (Well, I don't know the exact name for this). The ladys have been so fast, I couldn't even make a sharp picture. This was unreal, and they must be kinda insane to race down the piste that fast. Some of them couldn't make it, so we took the chance for taking pictures.



Melchsee Frutt - what a beauty. See you next time again!!!

Maasvlakte surfing paradise, Netherlands

I recently found a nice movie trailer, showing the surfing area I am living from june on. A perfect place to be!!! But see yourself, lean back and enjoy :D

New Year's starting hot!

Or even freezing cold - that might be the better expression. I spent a couple of days in the Alps again. This time: The Oetztal, near Innsbruck, with 3 of my colleagues. There was nothing special so far, the weather and the hotel were moderate, but, well, I love the Austrian food is terrific, including the unique "Almdudler". 2 of 3 days we spent on the Kühtaie alpine ski area, a region consisting of red and black pistes only!!! I mean it! Absolutely perfect!!! And the funny thing is: I know this area from going up and down again by mountainbike some years ago. So it was much easier this time ;-)



The few days passed by quickly so real live was striking back pretty soon. As usual!



A 180° overview on day 3!

New Year's Eve in Erfurt

Here they are: Some pix taken with my new magical camera. I hope I can present some first class shots in my future posts. So keep on checking and enjoy!

Festival in Soest

So finally, this is my post about the Soest road trip. Marina, Franzi and me started on a Saturday morning to go the whole way up to the marvellous little city Soest, near Dortmund. But what for? That's too easy: Just to see and experience its world-famous festival. After a perfect dinner we drifted through the narrow streets. The city was crowded, and everyone was drinking very ugly-looking shots called e.g. "bullseye". A nice atmosphere was hanging in and over the city with its bars, pubs and carnival rides. It was a weekend that was absolutely worth it!

CVJM Erlangen

The new season 2008/2009 has started, the first games are over. To be honest, not satisfying from my point of view!!! Follow the ranking, results, timetalbe and stats here.

Munich & its Beer Festival

It's weeks ago, but I've been to Munich one time, visiting some school and college mates. I arrived Friday night, getting a first impression in some student bars and cruising around by bike on Saturday! Tourist attractions en masse, and Jakob as tourist guide.


Colourful art in MuNicH CiTy!



That was kinda controversial: Surfers on so called "waves" of the Eisbach, somewhere in the city centre, Munich's English Garden. There wasn't only one, there were heaps of 'em, queueing to get their chance on the water ... How strange does it look for foreigners, seeing some guys stepping out of their doorway carrying a surf board. Close to insanity, I reckon! Nah, just kiddin'



And of course, I can't miss the Munich Beer Festival. I've seen so many unbelievable scenes there, you wouldn't see those things somewhere else. People in Dirndl dresses (I wouldn't wear that in my worst dream), beer everywhere -> almost dead bodies in every corner, food stands and thrill rides. Oh my god!!!



Evaluation: Bavaria is and remains a state you can't compare with an other one. It's a sorta unique.


Me in front of the Nymphenburg Palace.