I wouldn’t say that I have an intense fear of heights, but I do treat situations, in which I or my belongings could drop down a significant distance with an over-average level of care and respect. Thus, if I had…
High Tea at Euromast and Euroscoop (Rotterdam)
We did not have too much time in Rotterdam when we visited the region in late August 2020. My wife and I felt that watching the harbor city from above and enjoying a nice afternoon tea felt like a great…
Umadum / Hi-Sky – A Giant Ferris Wheel in Munich
Similar to the Europarad Ferris Wheel in Cologne, Munich is hosting a giant mobile ferris wheel, which is offering its guests views over the city center. The original name of the ferris wheel is Umadum and it is the largest mobile…
Watching Cologne from Europa Rad Ferris Wheel
Sometimes, you just have to be creative: if you have one of the biggest mobile ferris wheels in the neighboring city – why not just taking it to your town and putting it up as a social distancing-compliant attraction? This…
Elbphilharmonie (Elbe Philharmonic Hall) Hamburg
The Elbphilharmonie (Elbe Philharmonic Hall), which has been built between 2007 and 2016 and opened on 11th January 2017, is something like the latest signature attraction of Hamburg. Originally planned to open in 2010 already for a sum of 77 million Euro,…
Dusseldorf Rhine Tower (Rheinturm)
The Rheinturm – or Rhine Tower – is definitely one of Dusseldorf’s most iconic viewpoints. During a recent stay at the the Medienhafen (“Media Harbor” – former harbor area nowadays used for business and recreation), I had the opportunity to take the ride…
Watching London from Sky Garden
A view over London from a skyscraper for free, located in a beautiful garden-alike area – and all this even in a weather-proof location? Sounds not too realistic, but finally that is Sky Garden in London. The place gained more…
The View from The Shard in London
With nearly 310 meters, The Shard close to the South Bank of River Thames is the tallest building of the United Kingdom. Opened on 1st February 2013, it is not only an architectural icon of London nowadays, but also a popular…