Germany Day 17

Best day of the Germany portion of the trip so far and maybe of the entire trip.   We got up and ate breakfast (didn't have to check out of the hotel) and then headed to Zugspitze station - it is a spot where you can view Zugspitze Glacier at 8,530 feet high.   We didn't see much of the glacier itself as there was significant cloud cover, but OMG it was amazing.  White as far as you could see - it was cold, but we wore warm cloths so it wasn't too bad.  I had on two pair of jeans, 2 shirts, a sweater and a jacket...

The air was so crisp up there and it was so breath takingly gorgeous.  The wind was blowing which would also take your breath quite literally.  I'm really glad we brought Mama's O2 machine where she could enjoy it.  

We got some cocoa in the cafe and thawed out for a minute - then went out to enjoy it some more.   We then hopped on the cable car and road it down, which was nice as well - the condensation from the morning had dried up so we could see out of it - amazing.

We then came back to the Oberammergau and walked to the village itself.  We checked out the theater where they hold the Passion play every year and then went to grab a bite to eat.  After lunch we did some souvenir shopping before heading back to the hotel.

We rested for a few minutes and then headed Linderhof Castle.  This castle is original and the only one King Ludwig actually lived in.  It was fashioned after Versailles, but was a poor imitation.  That being said it was still amazing, especially the outside.  The fountains and the way they flowed into the building was really well done.

We had a guided tour of the castle.  The castle was gaudy as is Versailles.  I enjoyed seeing the gold inlay, the painted walls and the statues.  They said no pictures, but I sneaked and took several... I know I'm a bad person.  I think my favorite room was the bedroom and my favorite item was the glass peacocks.   They also had an ivory chandelier that was nice, but I feel bad about the fact it was ivory - even if it is old.

We then came back to the hotel and took a nap, went to get some Italian food, and are resting up to tackle tomorrow.   We are all getting a little tired with the go-go-go schedule, but today was worth it.   Amazing day !