Monday, August 27, 2007

Rugen Island, Germany 17-20 August

Two weekends ago, Arno and I decided to drive somewhere...the original destination was Copenhagen in Denmark but we decided instead to go to the supposed home of my ancestors - to Rugen Island in northeastern Germany. It is very close to Scandinavia.

Most people are probably not even aware that Germany has some islands, but in fact it does and this one in particular is very beautiful. It is a nature reserve and family beach resort and was formerly part of East Germany. There are a few parts of the island with the good ol' Communist housing blocks. However, for the most part the houses are cute, quaint and beautifully situated.

You may notice that some of the photos aren't so great and that's because we had to use a disposable camera! We brought our digital camera and had forgotten to charge the battery and bring the charger!

Enjoy the rest of the photos by clicking HERE.

3 comments:

katie k-h said...

love your photos, melissa!

my subject moves so fast that i am lucky to get one of his eyes open...

and, i want to go to Europe! you can be our tour guide...

: )

~kate.

Steve said...

Not going to the coast in Germany is one of my biggest non-travel regrets. Thanks for rubbing it in! :)

rugglemd said...

Kate - Of course I'd love to be your tour guide!! :)

Sorry, Steve ;) I am sure you and Kelly will have an opportunity at some point!