This day we rode west away from the Rhine through vineyards into hills overlooking the river valley. This was a day of a few minor climbs and passing one quaint and picturesque village after another and a prelude to a far more strenuous day to follow.
Just a few comments on the German election that was concluded yesterday, Sunday, Sept 24, with Chancellor Angela Merkel wining a sixth consecutive term:
The political posters seemed small (no more than 3' X 4') and subdued with usually just a head shot of a smiling and surprisingly young looking candidate. A party label, such as CDU for the conservatives and SPD for the liberals, was again small and discreet. I could not interpret the commentary but it was brief and to the point. I do not know the customs or regulations, but I was impressed with how approachable the candidates appeared.
The ride not being too long allowed us time to finish with a pastry and coffee before meeting the bus and riding to our hotel on the other side of the Rhine. One note of caution, Rose slipped fell when trying to cross a curb onto a bike path. It was a hard fall and prompted her to skip riding the following day.
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