The 10th day of my InterRail journey started in Vienna. My destination on that day was Brno in Czechia. From my train, I had an excellent view of the construction site for the new Vienna Central Station (Wiener Hauptbahnhof).
1st class at a Czech EuroCity
10th day of my InterRail Journey: A visit in Brno, Czech Republic. A Czech EuroCity is waiting for me in Vienna.
Lets speak about water towers
While travelling by train, I often think about typical elements of landscape and architecture one can see through the train window. Are there any elements you can associate with a particular country or area?
Monument to Sisi at Wiener Westbahnhof
The 9th day of my InterRail journey ended at the railway station Wiener Westbahnhof in Vienna. It was nearly midnight when I arrived. Only the statue of Elisabeth of Austria (‘Sisi’) bid me welcome. The sculpture reminds me that this railway station was one end of the Empress Elisabeth Railway.
Emblem of the Habsburgs in Merano
Another way to depict an emblem: A mosaic, seen at a bridge in Merano, Italy. It shows the coat of arms of the Habsburg family.
Statue at the railway station of Bolzano
At the railway station of Bolzano, I came across this statue. It reminds me of movies like ‘Metropolis’ by Fritz Lang.
Peculiar architecture in Bolzano
One of the most peculiar architectural impressions outside the Bolzano Main Station is this lizard climbing a wall. Above the sporty creature, you see two elements similar to ancient herms. I love the idea to put a sculpture of a lizard as an add-on.
Monument to Sisi in Merano
In a park of Merano, I came across a monument to Empress Elisabeth (‘Sisi’) of Austria. It happens to be I met her twice on this day. My train trip ended in Vienna, where I saw another sculpture of Sisi at the railway station Wien Westbahnhof.
Laubengasse in Merano
The Laubengasse in Merano saw its construction around 1200 at the request of the Count of Tyrol, Meinhard II. Since then, this alley with arcades has been considered the longest lane of its kind in Tyrol. Today, the Merano arcades are primarily known for their shopping opportunities.
Face of Santa Claus made of moss
At the Christmas Market of Merano, I found this depiction of Santa Clauss. Several mosses formed his face.
The train that not accepted my InterRail pass
It was in Merano where I finally came across a train that didn’t accept my InterRail pass! 🙂
Sigmundskron Castle near Bolzano
Photo of Sigmundskron Castle taken on a train trip from Bolzano to Meran. It saw its first mention as Formicaria in 945. Around 1473, Duke Sigmund the Wealthy converted it into a fortress and changed its name to Sigmundskron. Today, it houses a part of the Messner Mountain Museum.