The day of arrival

We arrive too late to reach the train we aimed for. The alternative (via Mainz) saves us one change of trains.

Airport Frankfurt. Welcome home! The weather is not very kind to us, though

At Mainz station we come upon a friendly employee who lets us take our luggage to the track we shall depart from, and locks it there. He does not tell us, however, that the through coaches to Baiersbronn are at the end of the train. So: all aboard and to the back! The smokers keep awake behind their self-produced clouds. But quite a few cannot keep their eyes open any longer. No wonder, we are on the go since 24 hours and more. Baiersbronn: get off the train! The Black Forest receives us at its worst: with a cold rain and drifting clouds. We say good-bye to each other; behind us there lie memorable days, full of experiences that will stay with us for a long time yet.