Tag Archives: kayaking

Paddling days on the Rursee:

Posted on May 21, 2022 by moselman

It’s that time of the year when I crave to get back out onto the water again – however, this year it’s different unfortunately. Whilst normally I’d be cheerily loading up kayaks onto the roof bars on a weekend, I’m … Continue reading →

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Summer on the Schöttlkarspitze

Posted on November 4, 2014 by moselman

Nights are drawing in and the first serious gales and rain of autumn announce that winter is not too far around the corner. Although there has been a bit of an Indian summer here, in general July and August were pretty unsettled months here in … Continue reading →

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Island Strongholds of Loch Awe

Posted on February 7, 2014 by moselman

Another year and it occurs to me that it has been months since I last wrote a post for this blog; life has just got far too busy recently. It’s a dreich February evening and as usual at this time of year … Continue reading →

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Castles, Vineyards and Ancient Villages

Posted on December 13, 2012 by moselman

In the shadow of Burg Thurant: The austere twin towered fortress of Burg Thurant stands impressively on a hill top overlooking the winding streets, ancient houses, inns and vineyards of Alken, a medieval wine village situated on the lower Mosel. This dramatic scene symbolises everything … Continue reading →

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