Grand Circle River Tour 8: Würzburg [Sky Watch Friday]

After departing Wertheim, we spent the morning sailing along the Main to the Bavarian city of Würzburg.  The ride was a smooth one; here is a shot I took through our cabin window.

We docked outside of the city, but within relatively easy walking distance. The way was already filled with wonderful sights. For example, across the river was the mid-18th century Käppele, a church that attracts pilgrims [in German, that is known as a Wahlfahrtkirche]. 

     This was followed immediately by the Marienberg Fortress [the Burg]. Note the vineyard below.

Die Alte Mainbrücke [the Old Main Bridge], a medieval pedestrian stone bridge lined with statues of saints and other icons connects the two shores. The bridge is one of Wurzbürg's landmarks and a popular place to congregate, usually while drinking a glass of wine or beer.

A right turn upon reaching the end of the end of the bridge and a straight walk led us to the Residenz, an 18th century Baroque palace. In the front courtyard was a fountain that had a depiction of a reknowned 15th century German master sculptor and woodcarver, Tilman Riemenschneider. I had seen many of his masterpieces around Bavaria, so I was thrilled to come across this work in his honor.

The Residenz was well worth the visit, although picture taking inside was verboten. However, I did get this shot through a window to the outside. The twin towers of the Dom are in the background.

                            A related scene shot from street level, and in a different location.

Working our way back to the ship, we made a purchase for Rosemarie… a spiffy new coat.

                              Next week's post will be from Rothenburg ob der Tauber.