My lovely German friend was kind enough to host me for a weekend. Though I didn’t take many photos, he did an excellent job of showing me the area, taking me hiking, and letting me explore castles, all of which made for a much needed break from commitments.

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I was exceedingly excited about the ivy.

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Cherry blossom season must be close!

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Hiking in this area felt very much like hiking in Maryland.

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And if this overlooked a lake, it could have been Elephant Back in Yellowstone.

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Flying over Fes. (No, I will never tire of aeroplane window photos.)