Thank you so much for joining us on this incredible journey through Burg Eltz and Cochem Castles! These historic gems are truly sights to behold, and we’re thrilled to share their magic with you. If you enjoyed the video, please leave a like, or a comment, and subscribe to the channel. It doesn't cost you anything, but it means a lot to us!
Hi. Related to the *"Spagetti-Eis"* forming, if none already said it: *"Spätzle-Presse"* search it up for pictures. It's a *Swabian* noodle pressing device. In 1939, the *Swabian inventor* Robert Kull from *Stuttgart-Münster* registered the patent for his *“dough press made from a pot with dough outlet holes”* - today's *spaetzle press.* The device was called *“Spätzles-Schwob”* (German *“Spätzles-Schwabe”).* It typically has a piston and, connected to it via a lever, a cylindrical dough container that has holes on the underside. The press is intended to speed up and simplify the production of spaetzle compared to the traditional method of scraping spaetzle. The spaetzle are pressed directly into the hot water. The spaetzle press can also be used to press potatoes, vegetables or fruit, among other things. Making puree. *Spaghetti ice cream is also often made using the spaetzle press.* _Source: Wiki_
As a native from Mainz, now living in the northern flatland diaspora, I completely agree with your conclusion about RLP being the most underrated state. ;-) Thanx for puttings parts of it on the map!
@@mogon721 Thanks for watching and commenting! We‘re happy that you enjoyed this video featuring your home state. RLP is wonderful, a real travel gem. We hope to visit Mainz soon.
@@travelingexpats When you do, have a walk across the bridge and enjoy the view from the other side of the river in the morning when you have the sun in your back, or, even better, in the evening when the sun sets over the city (the name "Goldenes Mainz" is not just a slogan ;-) ). Also, the promenade along the water is easily one of the finest of any major city on the whole river. The Rhine is wider in Mainz than anywhere else until the delta in the Netherlands. The bridge spans almost 600 m. Hence, the view is more panoramic than elsewhere. By the way, that reminds me of Burg Frankenstein (yes, THAT Frankenstein castle) not far from Darmstadt. From there, you have a fantastic view over the whole Rhine valley up to Mainz on the left and to Frankfurt to the right. Also best in the afternoon with the sun setting over the other banks of the river. Aside from that, you'll find they have many events throughout the year. Regarding Mainz, there are a number of museums if you are into the Roman era, especially the museum for the Roman ships that were excavated in what was once the Roman harbor (Mainz was capital of the province Upper-Germania). Not far from that, you will find the remains of the largest Roman theater north of the alps. Unfortunately, Mainz was never good in marketing its Roman past, and so, they built the railroad through it and buried the rest again in the 1870s ... ;-) This was only re-excavated and restored in the 1990s when that whole area was made over. Another interesting one is the Gutenberg museum, about, well, the man who literally laid the foundation of the media age. Aside from the view across the river, another good vantage point is the Kupferbergterrassen, where you have a great view over the city. They are also known for having very deep wine cellars and very good sparkling wine. ;-) If you are into old towns like in those smaller towns along the Rhine or Mosel, unfortunately, Mainz has not much left of that, only a stretch behind the cathedral (1000+ years). Like in other German cities, the larger part survived the war only to be flattened by post-war urban planning. But to be honest, living there was terrible because sanitary installations, electricity, and all the things we are used to today didn't really exist there. One very interesting place to visit is St Stephen's, a church even older than the cathedral. It's home to church windows designed by none other than Marc Chagall. The church with its windows is a hidden gem not many know about. It's in walking distance from the Kupferbergterrassen. It's probably a good idea to watch some of those drone videos here on YT to get an impression. Some of them are really, really good. When I get homesick, that's what I do. ;-)
Castles in around 1000 A.D. were much more modest in their appearance. Just look at those "Norman keeps" in Britain. then they got enlarged over the centuries and had to meet more modern specifications to make life easier in them like glass windows instead of wooden shutters and fireplaces, "toilets" in the walls. Restoration work in the 19th centuries often followed very romantic concepts and the result is overdoing it with too many spires and decorative items. That craze took place in Britain as well or in France.
@@christiankastorf4836 Great Information. Yes, the castles that were built or re-built in the 19th century all had a bit of flair added - Neuschwanstein in Bavaria is a great example. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.
@@travelingexpats Neuschwanstein is the worst place imaginable. It is a complete fake, sheer fantasy, a theater prop for someone in his own production. Well, he was removed from office. To be honest, some place in Florida comes next to that, and Putin's country homes.
@@travelingexpats Neuschwanstein is a complete fake. Its tastelessness surely reflects the mental state of its builder. Ludwig II lived in the past but wanted everything which the modern world could offer to him. When he rode through the mountains in his sleigh he did so with an electric arc light. Neuschwanstein was built with modern technology. Steel girders hold the structure. A good example for "overrestoration" are the Wartburg, the Marxburg and the castle of Altena.
Thank you so much for joining us on this incredible journey through Burg Eltz and Cochem Castles! These historic gems are truly sights to behold, and we’re thrilled to share their magic with you. If you enjoyed the video, please leave a like, or a comment, and subscribe to the channel. It doesn't cost you anything, but it means a lot to us!
Hi. Related to the *"Spagetti-Eis"* forming, if none already said it: *"Spätzle-Presse"* search it up for pictures.
It's a *Swabian* noodle pressing device.
In 1939, the *Swabian inventor* Robert Kull from *Stuttgart-Münster* registered the patent for his *“dough press made from a pot with dough outlet holes”* - today's *spaetzle press.* The device was called *“Spätzles-Schwob”* (German *“Spätzles-Schwabe”).* It typically has a piston and, connected to it via a lever, a cylindrical dough container that has holes on the underside.
The press is intended to speed up and simplify the production of spaetzle compared to the traditional method of scraping spaetzle. The spaetzle are pressed directly into the hot water.
The spaetzle press can also be used to press potatoes, vegetables or fruit, among other things.
Making puree.
*Spaghetti ice cream is also often made using the spaetzle press.*
_Source: Wiki_
Beautiful just beautiful👌😍
@@jasondelmaitre2838 Thanks for watching and commenting. We’re happy you enjoyed our video.
Oh wow! Thanks for sharing another beautiful place! I love seeing areas that aren’t the normal tourist spots and those castles 😍.
@@margaretsimmons7143 Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. We really appreciate your support!!! ❤️❤️
Incredible 😊 Just added to my bucket list 🤯🤣
You won’t be disappointed, fantastic places. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.
Thanks for sharing your great experience in Germany, will put these 2 castles onto my itinerary in Sept. Cheers
@@anitaszeto9660 Thanks for watching and commenting! September is a great time to visit these two gems. Happy travels!
As a native from Mainz, now living in the northern flatland diaspora, I completely agree with your conclusion about RLP being the most underrated state. ;-) Thanx for puttings parts of it on the map!
@@mogon721 Thanks for watching and commenting! We‘re happy that you enjoyed this video featuring your home state. RLP is wonderful, a real travel gem. We hope to visit Mainz soon.
@@travelingexpats When you do, have a walk across the bridge and enjoy the view from the other side of the river in the morning when you have the sun in your back, or, even better, in the evening when the sun sets over the city (the name "Goldenes Mainz" is not just a slogan ;-) ). Also, the promenade along the water is easily one of the finest of any major city on the whole river. The Rhine is wider in Mainz than anywhere else until the delta in the Netherlands. The bridge spans almost 600 m. Hence, the view is more panoramic than elsewhere.
By the way, that reminds me of Burg Frankenstein (yes, THAT Frankenstein castle) not far from Darmstadt. From there, you have a fantastic view over the whole Rhine valley up to Mainz on the left and to Frankfurt to the right. Also best in the afternoon with the sun setting over the other banks of the river. Aside from that, you'll find they have many events throughout the year.
Regarding Mainz, there are a number of museums if you are into the Roman era, especially the museum for the Roman ships that were excavated in what was once the Roman harbor (Mainz was capital of the province Upper-Germania). Not far from that, you will find the remains of the largest Roman theater north of the alps. Unfortunately, Mainz was never good in marketing its Roman past, and so, they built the railroad through it and buried the rest again in the 1870s ... ;-) This was only re-excavated and restored in the 1990s when that whole area was made over.
Another interesting one is the Gutenberg museum, about, well, the man who literally laid the foundation of the media age.
Aside from the view across the river, another good vantage point is the Kupferbergterrassen, where you have a great view over the city. They are also known for having very deep wine cellars and very good sparkling wine. ;-)
If you are into old towns like in those smaller towns along the Rhine or Mosel, unfortunately, Mainz has not much left of that, only a stretch behind the cathedral (1000+ years). Like in other German cities, the larger part survived the war only to be flattened by post-war urban planning. But to be honest, living there was terrible because sanitary installations, electricity, and all the things we are used to today didn't really exist there.
One very interesting place to visit is St Stephen's, a church even older than the cathedral. It's home to church windows designed by none other than Marc Chagall. The church with its windows is a hidden gem not many know about. It's in walking distance from the Kupferbergterrassen.
It's probably a good idea to watch some of those drone videos here on YT to get an impression. Some of them are really, really good. When I get homesick, that's what I do. ;-)
@@mogon721 Wow! Thanks for the great information. We are really excited to visit Mainz and to follow your travel advice.
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That's my favorite because I grew up next to that large church with the dark cuppula. ;-)
Great video! Looks like cool castles to visit.
@@RetiredAndExploring They are fantastic! Thanks for watching and commenting .
Good one! I find it amazing that they were able to reconstruct the outside of Cochem from a copper plate depiction.
@@RubberBand-f8e Yes. It’s pretty incredible that they were able to do that. Both places are really great. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@travelingexpats I'll try to sign in before replying 😉. -Bob
Castles in around 1000 A.D. were much more modest in their appearance. Just look at those "Norman keeps" in Britain. then they got enlarged over the centuries and had to meet more modern specifications to make life easier in them like glass windows instead of wooden shutters and fireplaces, "toilets" in the walls. Restoration work in the 19th centuries often followed very romantic concepts and the result is overdoing it with too many spires and decorative items. That craze took place in Britain as well or in France.
@@christiankastorf4836 Great Information. Yes, the castles that were built or re-built in the 19th century all had a bit of flair added - Neuschwanstein in Bavaria is a great example. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.
@@travelingexpats Neuschwanstein is the worst place imaginable. It is a complete fake, sheer fantasy, a theater prop for someone in his own production. Well, he was removed from office. To be honest, some place in Florida comes next to that, and Putin's country homes.
@@travelingexpats Neuschwanstein is a complete fake. Its tastelessness surely reflects the mental state of its builder. Ludwig II lived in the past but wanted everything which the modern world could offer to him. When he rode through the mountains in his sleigh he did so with an electric arc light. Neuschwanstein was built with modern technology. Steel girders hold the structure.
A good example for "overrestoration" are the Wartburg, the Marxburg and the castle of Altena.
Those castles look nothing like anything I have ever seen before lol
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