I've been in love with your story and journey since I was a toddler. I'm now moving across the world just like you for University. I've followed you my entire life. You've completed your journey, now it's my turn. You're an inspiration to all. Rest now.
Yo this is actually such an amazing and crazy thing to me!!! I can't believe you've watched this guy since so young. That's mind blowing! I've only just watched this one cos of Reddit but then I saw this guy started 16 years ago. Mad! Good luck on your travelling experiences yourself mate
I think it should also be noted that not only did Chris manage to walk from China to his home in Germany but the madman filmed and documented the entire thing as well! He deserves every bit of praise and more!
当老雷说“I don’t know what to tell you “的时候，我也差点落泪了。一个人走在森林里，天高地广，“前不见古人，后不见来者。念天地之悠悠，读怆然而涕下”。老雷在塔上也终于哭了出来。到家的时候，老雷和雷爸爸的对话，只闻其声，不见其人，我也听不懂，但却十分动人。十六年，横穿欧亚，老雷这辈子已经值了
So many thoughts and feelings. Happy / sad. End of a journey. Melancholy about the ending of a journey and a lot of feelings / thoughts about a new beginning.. Don’t be sad about the completion, be happy about the amazing experiences you had. It’s a new exciting beginning!
I cant comprehend it. Didnt Think i would be emotional about this. I was in my apprenticeship in bookstore Retail when i got the book the longest way and now its 12 years later and im wondering where the years went. Much love mr rehage. I hope you find fullfillment in new endavours
That's so amazing! Congratulations! I remember reading your book years ago and wondering when and if you would make it back home. And now you made it! What an impressive achievement!
I'm truly honored and blessed to have been able to follow your journey here on TH-cam, particularly the blogs on your website. Thanks Chris for all of the amazing adventures, I'm kinda sad that it's over but also happy that you have finished this epic adventure and can now begin new adventures. All the best dude, hope you stay in touch.
I feel you, Chris. I cried with you on that tower. I felt all these complicated emotions in my own heart and I didn't even walk all the damn way from China with you, lol. I read your book so many years ago and watched the beard video as many have. Your journey became part of my life. When you continued from Ürümqi and then from the border of Kazakhstan I was immediately on board again, and have been ever since (although I keep being a few weeks late to the party 🙃). I have distinct memories of you looking confused at dinner or going crazy over the wrong Registan 😉 I remember being glad seeing you safe after that car accident, but also sad because you lost the Caboose. I remember watching you walk through deserts and storms, snow and the scorching sun. Alongside loud and crowded roads or through quiet forests in the rain. Just you and the caboose, sometimes followed by dogs (nice or not so nice) or interested kids (mostly nice). The little friends back in China even made you some flowers for your hair. I'm gonna miss all that and I can't begin to imagine what it must be like for you. Thank you, Chris, for every step on The Longest Way. And for taking us with you. Looking forward to hearing from you and reading your book, if you decide to write a follow-up :)
You made it, congrats! Started watching this channel around the 4k mark or something. Then met you personally on your tour with Explora, great fun that. Congratulations on your achievement, well deserved!
Oh so awesome Chris! - those tears are mine too, a bit of joy mixed with sorrow. You did it! You did it. This journey may be done, but there are more to come, I am sure, because life is just that. I've watched you over the years off and on, and I am honored to see you make it home.
What an end to an incredible adventure. Hopefully you've taken this past month for some well deserved rest - I can't even imagine the full depth of emotions you were feeling at that moment. Thank you, Chris, for sharing your journey with us.
Congratulations! It has for years since I tried to follow up with you and impressed your spirit to continue your journey. Even sometimes worry if you can insist on completing it or giving it up some days. Congratulations! Amazing journey!
Omg. To see this video - and I know it was not on time, up to date is making me… I don’t know, the moment where you cry is very sentimental and I do understand, I mean a little bit. What was going inside of you.. But the craziest thing is the German welcome! Like you have been away for one or two days !? Oh Mann oh Mann … it was a pleasure to read your book , and it was also a pleasure to travel with you for such a long time…unbelievable! Congratulations, respect and peace !
You did it! An absolutely monumental performance! These videos were the one thing that I really looked forward to every day. Thank you for bringing a little bit of light into this world. Now I'm going to have to watch reruns of Chris on the longest way. I can't believe its over. Wow.
Thank you for sharing this with us Chris. We’ve walked with you through those jungles, cities, roadsides and sometimes inhospitable countries . Your sense of adventure and strength of character has inspired us to explore new places. I wish you all the best in your next chapter. I wish you health and happiness ❤
Wow, your videos and journey are wonderful to see! I also enjoy your commentary in the videos. It's really impressive. Thank you for sharing with the world!
I felt like i have to write a comment. I am so glad you were able to finish this task. And those tears, i felt them the overwhelming feeling, when you know you finished your journey. Chris your original video back then, several years ago left a huge impression on me. As i grew up on most of that walks, trails, journey's i took part on i knew there was someone who even dares to walk all the way from china. So glad and thankful. Good you made it. Bigup.
THANK YOU ! for sharing all this, and for so long. I think you can't imagine how much influence you had on my life and probably on other's too. thank you. I will miss a lot your "let's walk" rambling videos. I really hope you'll give some news from times to times. But now I'm waiting for the "weird beard growing video V2" ! Merci mec, du fond du coeur ! Tu es le meilleur !
What a journey it has been! I remember about 5 years ago, when you were in Georgia showing your progress on a map and wishing you good luck into Europe and now you're finally home! Thank you for sharing your journey
Thanks Chris. It's also quite a strange journey from my side of the computer too. You've helped me learn Chinese, I've followed the videos and your blog on and off. At times in fascination, at times in empathy, and yes, at times in frustration (mainly at the bombastic rantings against car drivers and perhaps some other topics too...hahaha). It's an epic adventure and also a deeply personal human story and I thank you for sharing it. 赞
Man, only half way through, gonna finish the rest after work. I started watching you many years ago. You are a big reason I set forth on many of my own journeys. My soul has evolved so much since I first found your videos. So much more stillness and peace now. Words can't be found at the end of these experiences. I think that's the way it should be. Stillness . . . Peace. 🤘❤🕑
Herzlichen Glückwunsch zu dieser Leistung! Und DANKE dafür, dass du uns auf deinen Abenteuern mitgenommen hast! Ich werde deine Videos vermissen und habe darum ein kleines bischen eine Ahnung, wie du dich in den Tagen vor deiner Ankunft gefühlt haben musst...
Chris...ur emotional burst was very natural...when u touched your soil..u also made us cry...such an interesting moment...which was a picture perfect moment my friend
Liked and commented! Trying as always... Posted on your blog a few weeks ago but unreal to imagine, I've been following you nearly a decade, the blog, pictures etc, despite all the setbacks you made it, incredible, and great choice of music along the way. Hopefully you'll release a book in English next time, I'd buy it day one! Incredible achievement, thank you. Edit: No one will see this but just re watched TLW 2.0, so emotional, I miss China, forget the politics, just the people.
I've been a part of your adventure for so long. It's awesome and strange to see this part ended. I hope you continue to make update videos or blogs once a week maybe. Don't want to lose contact with my favorite crazy cousin!
Insane! Just found this. Saw your tears and fehlt them. There ist nothing like home or the way back. Have to watch your journey now! Thank you for sharing your story :D
Walking through the tunnel was cool. It made me think that the light is bright at the end of the tunnel / journey. It also felt symbolic of the transition from previous journey to the new journey! Congratulations! P.S. On the tower, I was crying with you from 🇨🇦
@@ChristophRehage I don't understand German (but it always sounded a bit of an angry language) so here I am watching you get home going up the stairs and... suddenly it just sounds like "man... this guy gets to his fathers place after all those years and starts immediately a low key argument with him" :D can't wait to see what's next on this channel
@@Mackwiss I am not sure if this is a bit of a cultural thing. In some parts of Germany people even when really enjoy a moment or their family are seeming to be comparatively cool or unfriendly compared to other nations. There are even differences within Germany itself. I am convinced his father is really happy and may be was a bit surprised. He would exoect him some weeks later?
I have been on a similar journey. For 10 years until now. I am also from Germany, currently in Malaysia. Only a very few will actually understand what it feels like when a "never-ending journey" comes to an actual end.
If you don't mind me asking: how do you fund such things? I am at a bit of a one way road at this point in my life and am seeking ways to find a new endevour, at least for some time. But I am afraid of the funding. I have savings, just worrying that they might last long enough and I am going to end up completely lost.
And thank you for the journey! Can't say I've been here for the whole one, but since I started watching you (you know the video), I finished my bachelor, moved back from Germany to a country no one wants to be associate with right now. For me, you were and are the Mahn who can and will do!
Grandios und sehr bewegend. Danke, daß Du uns daran teilhaben gelassen hast. "Try as always go back from China to his home in Germany. To-Day....." Danke 🤍
Hey Chris, war schon echt ein Zufall, dass sich unsere Wege beim reisen gekreuzt haben (Negotin). Ich bin mir sicher du wirst eh wieder los machen und wir werden uns noch einmal treffen :D Danke für die Inspiration!!!!❤ Lg Max
first time seeing you... strange welcoming... jetzt muss ich mich wohl durch alle vorherigen vids wühlen... denn...viele fragen... motivation etc...und wo soll ich nur anfangen...heiliger strohsack... grüsse aus frankfurt...abo geht raus 🎸🎸🎸🎶🎶🎶
been putting off watching this because i knew i'd be an emotional wreck, and i absolutely lost it around the 10 minute mark. congrats again my friend, you've done the incredible.
Congratulations!
haha this video really popped up in random feeds, Destin!
@@NicoKupferdon't think this was random :)
Man who followed Chris on the longest way trying to walk back from China to his home in Germany toDay finally sees the long-awaited day has arrived!
I've been in love with your story and journey since I was a toddler. I'm now moving across the world just like you for University. I've followed you my entire life. You've completed your journey, now it's my turn. You're an inspiration to all. Rest now.
Yo this is actually such an amazing and crazy thing to me!!! I can't believe you've watched this guy since so young. That's mind blowing! I've only just watched this one cos of Reddit but then I saw this guy started 16 years ago. Mad! Good luck on your travelling experiences yourself mate
What are you doing that you can travel for university would be very interessted to know. thanks
I think it should also be noted that not only did Chris manage to walk from China to his home in Germany but the madman filmed and documented the entire thing as well! He deserves every bit of praise and more!
当老雷说“I don’t know what to tell you “的时候，我也差点落泪了。一个人走在森林里，天高地广，“前不见古人，后不见来者。念天地之悠悠，读怆然而涕下”。老雷在塔上也终于哭了出来。到家的时候，老雷和雷爸爸的对话，只闻其声，不见其人，我也听不懂，但却十分动人。十六年，横穿欧亚，老雷这辈子已经值了
The moment when Chris cried hit me hard 😢 what a Journey
So many thoughts and feelings. Happy / sad. End of a journey. Melancholy about the ending of a journey and a lot of feelings / thoughts about a new beginning.. Don’t be sad about the completion, be happy about the amazing experiences you had. It’s a new exciting beginning!
thanks for saying that. :)
typing with tears in my eyes... man.. its something. thank you, for keep on going.
I cant comprehend it. Didnt Think i would be emotional about this. I was in my apprenticeship in bookstore Retail when i got the book the longest way and now its 12 years later and im wondering where the years went. Much love mr rehage. I hope you find fullfillment in new endavours
我也emotional 了，我是从疫情开始F墙知道老雷关注老雷的，本来想点英文字幕帮助理解发现这个视频没有，但是还是能感受到老雷在快到家时的那种矛盾复杂的情绪！我发现这个视频的天气环境很应景，是一种有暏光的感觉，如果你们有仔细感受的话，过那个隧道时很美，就像前面有光，快到家时那个杯子广场后的天是有光从乌云里透出来的！
That's so amazing! Congratulations! I remember reading your book years ago and wondering when and if you would make it back home. And now you made it! What an impressive achievement!
I'm truly honored and blessed to have been able to follow your journey here on TH-cam, particularly the blogs on your website. Thanks Chris for all of the amazing adventures, I'm kinda sad that it's over but also happy that you have finished this epic adventure and can now begin new adventures. All the best dude, hope you stay in touch.
Ich kann das Interview mit Christoph beim WDR sehr empfehlen "Der Weg zurück aus China"
danke maria :)
Danke für die Empfehlung, das Interview beim WDR war großartig :)
I feel you, Chris. I cried with you on that tower. I felt all these complicated emotions in my own heart and I didn't even walk all the damn way from China with you, lol. I read your book so many years ago and watched the beard video as many have. Your journey became part of my life. When you continued from Ürümqi and then from the border of Kazakhstan I was immediately on board again, and have been ever since (although I keep being a few weeks late to the party 🙃). I have distinct memories of you looking confused at dinner or going crazy over the wrong Registan 😉 I remember being glad seeing you safe after that car accident, but also sad because you lost the Caboose. I remember watching you walk through deserts and storms, snow and the scorching sun. Alongside loud and crowded roads or through quiet forests in the rain. Just you and the caboose, sometimes followed by dogs (nice or not so nice) or interested kids (mostly nice). The little friends back in China even made you some flowers for your hair. I'm gonna miss all that and I can't begin to imagine what it must be like for you. Thank you, Chris, for every step on The Longest Way. And for taking us with you. Looking forward to hearing from you and reading your book, if you decide to write a follow-up :)
This is it! Thanks for sharing your journey with us. You are such an inspiration.
Thank you for sharing your journey with us 老雷. 新年快乐
You made it, congrats! Started watching this channel around the 4k mark or something. Then met you personally on your tour with Explora, great fun that. Congratulations on your achievement, well deserved!
Oh so awesome Chris! - those tears are mine too, a bit of joy mixed with sorrow. You did it! You did it. This journey may be done, but there are more to come, I am sure, because life is just that. I've watched you over the years off and on, and I am honored to see you make it home.
Damn, man, i would have given you a hug. Thank you for sharing.
Many many years ago I saw your viral video and it touched me deeply. Thank you for sharing your journey with us 🧡
Chris! Thank you so much for sharing this journey, and especially this last leg. It has been emotional, and I'll celebrate for you today
What an end to an incredible adventure. Hopefully you've taken this past month for some well deserved rest - I can't even imagine the full depth of emotions you were feeling at that moment. Thank you, Chris, for sharing your journey with us.
Congratulations! It has for years since I tried to follow up with you and impressed your spirit to continue your journey. Even sometimes worry if you can insist on completing it or giving it up some days. Congratulations! Amazing journey!
Omg. To see this video - and I know it was not on time, up to date is making me… I don’t know, the moment where you cry is very sentimental and I do understand, I mean a little bit. What was going inside of you..
But the craziest thing is the German welcome! Like you have been away for one or two days !? Oh Mann oh Mann … it was a pleasure to read your book , and it was also a pleasure to travel with you for such a long time…unbelievable! Congratulations, respect and peace !
You did it! An absolutely monumental performance! These videos were the one thing that I really looked forward to every day. Thank you for bringing a little bit of light into this world. Now I'm going to have to watch reruns of Chris on the longest way. I can't believe its over. Wow.
Thank you for sharing this with us Chris. We’ve walked with you through those jungles, cities, roadsides and sometimes inhospitable countries . Your sense of adventure and strength of character has inspired us to explore new places. I wish you all the best in your next chapter. I wish you health and happiness ❤
Wow, your videos and journey are wonderful to see! I also enjoy your commentary in the videos. It's really impressive. Thank you for sharing with the world!
I felt like i have to write a comment.
I am so glad you were able to finish this task.
And those tears, i felt them the overwhelming feeling, when you know you finished your journey.
Chris your original video back then, several years ago left a huge impression on me. As i grew up on most of that walks, trails, journey's i took part on i knew there was someone who even dares to walk all the way from china.
So glad and thankful. Good you made it. Bigup.
THANK YOU ! for sharing all this, and for so long. I think you can't imagine how much influence you had on my life and probably on other's too. thank you. I will miss a lot your "let's walk" rambling videos. I really hope you'll give some news from times to times. But now I'm waiting for the "weird beard growing video V2" ! Merci mec, du fond du coeur ! Tu es le meilleur !
What a journey it has been! I remember about 5 years ago, when you were in Georgia showing your progress on a map and wishing you good luck into Europe and now you're finally home! Thank you for sharing your journey
Thanks Chris. It's also quite a strange journey from my side of the computer too. You've helped me learn Chinese, I've followed the videos and your blog on and off. At times in fascination, at times in empathy, and yes, at times in frustration (mainly at the bombastic rantings against car drivers and perhaps some other topics too...hahaha). It's an epic adventure and also a deeply personal human story and I thank you for sharing it. 赞
Thanks for this. i started following you from the beginning..we were both younger
. You have inspired me.
Somehow only found you in the last few months. But man what a ride this was. What an awesome thing you did!
Oh damn, I remember seeing one of your videos years ago. I’m so glad youtube recommended me this one. Very well done man, absolutely amazing.
Man, only half way through, gonna finish the rest after work. I started watching you many years ago. You are a big reason I set forth on many of my own journeys. My soul has evolved so much since I first found your videos. So much more stillness and peace now. Words can't be found at the end of these experiences. I think that's the way it should be. Stillness . . . Peace. 🤘❤🕑
Herzlichen Glückwunsch zu dieser Leistung! Und DANKE dafür, dass du uns auf deinen Abenteuern mitgenommen hast! Ich werde deine Videos vermissen und habe darum ein kleines bischen eine Ahnung, wie du dich in den Tagen vor deiner Ankunft gefühlt haben musst...
Thank you for sharing your journey with us Chris, I have followed you for over 10 years now. Time flies. 😢
Well done. I've been following for years. Bittersweet feeling seeing it end. All the best
I couldn't imagine what the final day's video would be like, but that was perfect. Thanks for taking us along with you.
Congrats Chris. Very happy for you
Chris...ur emotional burst was very natural...when u touched your soil..u also made us cry...such an interesting moment...which was a picture perfect moment my friend
Liked and commented! Trying as always... Posted on your blog a few weeks ago but unreal to imagine, I've been following you nearly a decade, the blog, pictures etc, despite all the setbacks you made it, incredible, and great choice of music along the way. Hopefully you'll release a book in English next time, I'd buy it day one! Incredible achievement, thank you.
Edit: No one will see this but just re watched TLW 2.0, so emotional, I miss China, forget the politics, just the people.
Even just watching, this has been an incredible journey, and I can’t believe it’s over. Thank you for taking us along!
Félicitation Chris pour cette incroyable aventure, tu as bien mérité un long repos chez toi. :)
I've been a part of your adventure for so long. It's awesome and strange to see this part ended. I hope you continue to make update videos or blogs once a week maybe. Don't want to lose contact with my favorite crazy cousin!
What amazing walk! Congrats my friend 🎉
Congratulations 🎉. I followed you since you were in Iran and I watched you all the way until Germany.❤
Hallo Chris, thanks für sharing and the Baumkuchen is really a warm ending to your journey.
Insane! Just found this. Saw your tears and fehlt them. There ist nothing like home or the way back. Have to watch your journey now!
Thank you for sharing your story :D
Walking through the tunnel was cool. It made me think that the light is bright at the end of the tunnel / journey. It also felt symbolic of the transition from previous journey to the new journey! Congratulations! P.S. On the tower, I was crying with you from 🇨🇦
I remember watching you for many years it's been a great treat
Und Baumkuchen! :)
Vielen Dank für die Videos und die Blogs.
It's going to be so weird not seeing any more videos on your journey. Good luck on whatever you do next in life!
A clean and beautiful city! Congratulations Chris, you DID it!
WOW you spent 16 years walking home and youtube recommends me only your last video.
How do you feel?
Wenige Sachen haben mich in meinem Leben so sehr inspiriert wie deine Reise... vielen Dank für alles 🥲
Super congrats laolei ❤️❤️❤️
Big congrats Chris!🎉🎉🎉
Danke für die ganzen Jahre, die wir dich begleiten durften. Und alles Gute für deinen weiteren Weg!
Krasse Aktion, sehr cool ! Glückwunsch ! 👍👍👍
Man Following TH-camr walking from China to his Home in Germany finally gets to see his home in Germany.
man wins today's comment section!
@@ChristophRehage I don't understand German (but it always sounded a bit of an angry language) so here I am watching you get home going up the stairs and... suddenly it just sounds like "man... this guy gets to his fathers place after all those years and starts immediately a low key argument with him" :D
can't wait to see what's next on this channel
@@Mackwiss I am not sure if this is a bit of a cultural thing. In some parts of Germany people even when really enjoy a moment or their family are seeming to be comparatively cool or unfriendly compared to other nations. There are even differences within Germany itself. I am convinced his father is really happy and may be was a bit surprised. He would exoect him some weeks later?
Welcome home. We look forward to the continuing story of the beard and hair cut, and the documentary and everything. ❤
maybe document about the tools and methods you found most useful in the end of your journey, for your journey. gear and gear level, quirks and mods
I have been on a similar journey. For 10 years until now. I am also from Germany, currently in Malaysia. Only a very few will actually understand what it feels like when a "never-ending journey" comes to an actual end.
If you don't mind me asking: how do you fund such things? I am at a bit of a one way road at this point in my life and am seeking ways to find a new endevour, at least for some time. But I am afraid of the funding. I have savings, just worrying that they might last long enough and I am going to end up completely lost.
Glad you finally made it. Followed back in 2007 and kinda lost track. Found this by accident really ;) But heyho. Welcome back.
You did well :) welcome home
Oh man, so much feels in this video!
you are a legend. congratulations.
Einfach nur wow, was für ein surreales Erlebnis. Du hast es geschafft.
Good job that you made it chris👍
And thank you for the journey! Can't say I've been here for the whole one, but since I started watching you (you know the video), I finished my bachelor, moved back from Germany to a country no one wants to be associate with right now. For me, you were and are the Mahn who can and will do!
You brought the bread! You legend!
i bought it and i brought it :)
He made it, he actually flipping made it. I never thought I'd see this
me neither :)
Congratulations! You made it!! 🎉
Thank you :)
You finally made it home im so proud all these years and you finally made it to your home at Germany can't wait for the finished documentary
you have taught me much just through sharing, I love you guy, your body has a longer memory than your eyes or ears.
Well done Herr Rehage, Welcome home you did it you crazy diamond. Somehow I keep it clean.
Not gonna lie, I got all choked up ..
congratulations Chris! 🫶🏻
Amazing job!
Well done, brother!
You did it🎉
Oh my. What a touching episode.
"This is it!" 😢I'm gonna miss this
Grandios und sehr bewegend. Danke, daß Du uns daran teilhaben gelassen hast.
"Try as always go back from China to his home in Germany. To-Day....."
Danke 🤍
Chapeau vor dieser Leistung! Man kann nur erahnen, was an diesem Tag in dir vorgegangen sein muss!
Hey Chris,
war schon echt ein Zufall, dass sich unsere Wege beim reisen gekreuzt haben (Negotin).
Ich bin mir sicher du wirst eh wieder los machen und wir werden uns noch einmal treffen :D
Danke für die Inspiration!!!!❤
Lg Max
first time seeing you...
strange welcoming...
jetzt muss ich mich wohl durch alle vorherigen vids wühlen...
denn...viele fragen...
motivation etc...und
wo soll ich nur
anfangen...heiliger strohsack...
grüsse aus frankfurt...abo geht raus
🎸🎸🎸🎶🎶🎶
He did it! Awesome!
been putting off watching this because i knew i'd be an emotional wreck, and i absolutely lost it around the 10 minute mark. congrats again my friend, you've done the incredible.
Congrats Christoph! The end of an era
What a moment you madman! I felt that
ooof can't believe we're finally here
Congrats you finally did it
Absolute legend I'll miss these videos
It's really a long long long way, you did it 🎉 Crying with you
tears of happiness the best feeling human kind can feel stronger then love
WOW
that was an EPIC WALK!!!
You did it!
So many emotions! 🥺🥹 what a huge accomplishment, Chris! I can’t even begin to imagine how it felt to finally arrive home. ❤