Day Trips

                                                                   Ruined Castles

We found a ruined castle on our way to Bratislava, about an hour drive from Trumau. It was a steep climb, but worth it. We could look down on the town we had just driven through, which was surrounded by an old wall and towers.

We managed to get a picture of us all, with the camera propped up on my bag. A little (or actually quite a ways...) further back and it would have toppled off a steep cliff. 

ONE of the many, neat areas of the castle at the top or our climb!

We got to Bratislava, found some lunch and proceeded to focus our attention on blending in and really experiencing the culture. How'd we do?

This castle is in Baden, only about 20 minutes from Trumau. It was really steep getting to the top, but one of my favorite spots we've found yet. I wanted to climb all over the walls, and the only restriction is Mom, and a sign that says, "Enter at your own risk." I plan on many more visits and study sessions here.

We went to Baden again and arrived in the park where all the Nobles used to go when they went to Baden from Vienna for the hot spring baths. (Baden means Baths in German) We arrived just in time for a lovely concert, and then explored the old town for a bit and found a water fountain. :)