There is still this post and another two book reviews for me to write before I will begin to post about our mountain hiking holiday, but you are used to my lagging behind by now, aren't you :-)
On the 14th of September, a Tuesday, I was working from home. My afternoon schedule was surprisingly free of meetings, which allowed me to finish a little earlier than usual and go for a nice long walk.
I'd not been down to the river in months, and so decided to make that my route.
To reach the riverside takes me at least half an hour if I walk along busy roads, and a bit more on the nicer route past the deer park and across fields. I was not in a hurry and so chose the latter.
This used to be the entrance to the deer park when I was little; the gates are now around the corner from this spot:
Reaching the riverside. The path was relatively busy with cyclists and a few cars; it is not a road accessible for all, but those who have allotments there are allowed to drive through. A few times I had to stop by the road to let them go past, and used the opportunity to take pictures.
The side of the river where I walked is bordered by a very steep slope, made into terraced vineyards a long time ago (we're probably talking two or three centuries here). Many of these are still working vineyards, but some have been abandoned or converted into orchards and allotments.
As you can see, the sky was a mix of big grey clouds and patches of blue, with the sun occasionally breaking through. It was good for walking but makes the pictures look darker than it actually was.
The "rocket" - see my next-to-last post about where it is located in relation to my hometown:
Almost everywhere was still very green in mid-September. The tree in this picture was one of the first ones I spotted that had begun to change colour:
Marbach:
Marbach locks:
The literature archive, where I sometimes work, on top of the hill:
I decided not to cross the river and walk up into Marbach to the station there, but stay on this side and turn right, up the slope into Benningen. From there, I took the local train back - a journey of ten minutes with two stops before Ludwigsburg, whereas it takes me about two hours on foot.
Now with sunset before 7:00 pm and happening earlier every day, I won't be able to go for such long after work walks anymore. Therefore, I am glad I went when I had the chance.
It is fortunate you were able to get off work a bit early so you could take such a wonderful walk! I love all the river pictures with the beautiful reflections. Your picture of the gate and steep stairway is especially charming and almost timeless! I am also sorry to see the much earlier sunsets but we will have different beautiful sights in the winter. Take care my friend!
ReplyDeleteIt was indeed fortunate, Bonnie, and I am glad I took the chance!
DeleteI've been having a "thing" for doors and doorways for many years now, and the old gate was irresistible - I simply had to take a picture of it.
You too take care, dear friend!
That was a very interesting post for lots of reasons. It was interesting in itself and I enjoyed the photos as always. I remembered that 'rocket' was a power plant. Leastways I was sure that it was but, of course, I had to go back to 2015 and check. There I came across the kestrel photo and the saga of me forgetting to return and comment. What is so comforting for me is to know that I was just as bad 7 years ago as I am now in the memory department. Why comforting? Because I'm certainly no worse now. If I was I'd be really worried.
ReplyDeleteTo me, your comment is at least as interesting as my post was for you. I love to know what reading my posts and viewing my pictures triggers in others - a memory, a train of thought, an idea for their own post.
DeleteSometimes I'm afraid I overdo it a bit with the constant cross-references to my own old posts, but I think it can be useful.
Please continue, Meike. I, for one, find it very useful and interesting too.
DeleteThank you, Graham, I will.
DeleteThanks for sharing the photos. The nights are certainly drawing in earlier and earlier and it's dark in the mornings. Walks will have to be shorter but. with our puppy, they will still have to be undertaken.
ReplyDeleteI didn't know you have a puppy! Yes, walks need to be fit in, no matter the weather, season or time of day.
DeleteYou sure are a strong walker! I have had some stomach issues to deal with and so have not been able to get out for my daily walks. I hope to start again soon because I feel it is so important to my health to get those walks in.
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed your photos! Thanks!
Sorry to hear you have health issues that prevent you from walking as much as you would like. Get well soon! And in the meantime, I hope that my walk posts can keep you entertained.
DeleteYou are so lucky to be able to take such interesting walks and then come back by train.
ReplyDeletePublic transport as such is not bad in my area; I can go almost anywhere by train or bus. It's their lack of punctuality that is so often annoying.
DeleteUsually, though, from/in that direction, trains run rather smoothly.