Think that about sums it up. I know I don't go out much but I could not believe the cost of things, how much prices have risen over the last twelve months. Suffice to say we did not buy much but we did manage to spend our euros on Reibekuchen, Bratwursts and Gluhwein as we walked around the various markets. And what lovely markets there were to wander around.
Clothes-wise I had taken lots to wrap up in but it was like Spring - honestly I never had my coat fastened up during the day. Never wore a hat or gloves and absolutely sweltered with my coat on just over a thermal (thinnish) t-shirt. Because it was so sunny, and the time of year, my photos came out very dark at the bottom but here are a couple from that first day:
Waiting for people to go from photos was an impossible task
I gave up!
This is one of the twin towers, the other one (behind) was shrouded in plastic as there must have been some repair work going on. We did go inside and I took a photograph of the devil's footprint.
The New Town Hall, Marianplatz Market
Spencer had his hood up - it was a bit cooler in the evening - but I still did not need a hat on. Mind you the Gluhwein helped throw out some heat.
A fruit and veg stall
The Manger Market
Lots of figures for your own crib - and this market had the most gorgeous crib scenes you could wish to see - too expensive for me to buy though.
We loved watching the changing colours on this building
Then it was back to the hotel for a shower for Spencer before he went to bed. I really don't know how he gets so dirty in a day - must have been when he went exploring the plane on the way over.
More tomorrow, if you are not bored.
ps Happy Birthday Andrew - today is my son's birthday and although I know he doesn't read my blog I am wishing him a Happy Birthday on here before I ring him when he gets home from work.
ps Happy Birthday Andrew - today is my son's birthday and although I know he doesn't read my blog I am wishing him a Happy Birthday on here before I ring him when he gets home from work.
