Day 44 - Cruising from Breisach to Kehl

Today was our first full day aboard the Scenic Jade cruise ship.  After arrival at Breisach this morning, and then a sumptuous breakfast, we were taken by buses to the Black Forest for a walking tour, then a family museum of old memorabilia, and a steam train journey through wooded landscapes.  Buses brought us back to the ship. 

In the evening we were entertained by a French singer/comedienne in the lounge.  This was very enjoyable for most (but not all!!) the passengers.

A walk in the Black Forest.  Great scenery and the Black Forest cake at the end was to die for.

Very quiet in here during a very relaxing walk.

Here is a collection of old farm machinery and museum pieces, where we ate a piece of delectable home-made Black Forest cake.

German white wine-growing region and the equipment used in years gone by.

Followed by a ride aboard this historic steam train near Breisach.

The historic carriages are well-maintained, but the ride not so smooth.

Safety Drill.  All up to the top deck for roll call and of course more food !!

We will travel through a total of 40 locks.  This one was about 50 feet deep.  Locals on the bridge at the left are having a look at our cruise ship passing through the lock.

The water starts to drop.

At the bottom, the gates lift up and we travel under the bridge and roadway.