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In mid-May 2023 we 🙋♀️🙋♂️ went on an expectant road trip in the 🚐💨 box van through 🇬🇧 southern England. In total it was 2,174 KM in 16 days and our trip became one of our most beautiful road trips.
We spent the night after arrival in front of the ferry port in Dunkerque and so our journey begins with the ⛴️ ferry crossing at 8am to Dover.
On our road trip along the southern English cliffs, we visit the two contrasting seaside resorts of Eastbourne and Brighton, discover the Garden of Eden in Cornwall and a lot of new things in the West. We climb the gentle Beachy Head above Eastbounes and the rugged cliffs above Merlin's Cave at Tintagel Castle, where the legendary King Arthur was once born.
The Neolithic left behind monumental stone circles further inland, which included, for example, the position of the sun at the midsummer solstice. The World Heritage Site Stonehenge with its impressive visitor center near the city of Salisbury and the largest stone circle in Avebury are visited on our trip. We also visit one of the four surviving editions of the Magna Carta in Salisbury Cathedral.
And we travel further on famous ground: The lively Bath with its Roman bath not only serves as a film set for Netflix. In Oxford we visit the elite of British colleges and one of the most famous universities in the world, where Harry Potter was filmed. And then venture into the British monarchy with Windsor, which ends far too quickly at Buckingham Palace with a brief look at the king.
Highlights of our two days in London are visiting the Tower of London and climbing the inside of Tower Bridge, our walk through the government district in Westminster with Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and No. Downing Street. 10, the visit of the cathedrals ⛪ Westminster Abbey and St. Pauls as well as our trip with an Uber boat across the Thames.
You will soon find our travel report on our 🎥 YouTube channel (https://tinyurl.com/ErstmalDurchEuropa).
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erstmaldurcheuropa
Route info
1231 Kilometres
15 Days
18.05.2023 - 01.06.2023
37 Waypoints
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Camper van
Adria, Twin
Travelogue
Day 1
Fährüberfahrt Dunkerque nach Dover
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We took the approximately two-hour ferry between Dunkerque and Dover for our journey.
Fährüberfahrt Dunkerque nach Dover
We took the approximately two-hour ferry between Dunkerque and Dover for our journey.
Day 2
Rye: Schmugglernest und südenglische Kulinarik
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Rye is a former smugglers' town and today a historic harbor town with lots of charm. We walk up the hill along the cobblestone Mermaid Street and visit the small fort with its Gun Garden. We ate at the Mermaid Inn - excellent, like Queen Mother or other personalities from film and television (including Johnny Depp and Michael Cane). St Mary's Church, also known as East Sussex Cathedral, is famous for having one of the oldest working church clocks in the world. Our city walk is followed by the warehouses in the old town and the town hall of Rye.
Rye: Schmugglernest und südenglische Kulinarik
Rye is a former smugglers' town and today a historic harbor town with lots of charm. We walk up the hill along the cobblestone Mermaid Street and visit the small fort with its Gun Garden. We ate at the Mermaid Inn - excellent, like Queen Mother or other personalities from film and television (including Johnny Depp and Michael Cane). St Mary's Church, also known as East Sussex Cathedral, is famous for having one of the oldest working church clocks in the world. Our city walk is followed by the warehouses in the old town and the town hall of Rye.
Bodiam: Romantische Ritterburg
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With the Bodiam Castle we visit THE blueprint for medieval castles and fortresses. Once built for a knight for his brave service, today only the foundation walls and the outer defenses have been preserved. You can move around freely and if you are lucky you will find a unicorn hidden in the old stones.
Bodiam: Romantische Ritterburg
With the Bodiam Castle we visit THE blueprint for medieval castles and fortresses. Once built for a knight for his brave service, today only the foundation walls and the outer defenses have been preserved. You can move around freely and if you are lucky you will find a unicorn hidden in the old stones.
In the middle of an old park to a long-forgotten manor house we spend the night in a much more historic place. This is where the Normans came from Hastings harbor in the 17th century and fought the British.
Stevens Crouch, TN33 9LR, Battle, United Kingdom
In the middle of an old park to a long-forgotten manor house we spend the night in a much more historic place. This is where the Normans came from Hastings harbor in the 17th century and fought the British.
Day 3
Eastbourne: Mondänes Seebad
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The beautiful promenade with plenty of parking and a Ferris wheel is just minutes from the Victorian Pier. It doesn't remind much of the glory of the old days, when members of the royal family used to enjoy their summer holidays here. Concerts are now held almost daily at the Bandstand - mainly tributes to "British Stars" concerts such as Elton John.
Eastbourne: Mondänes Seebad
The beautiful promenade with plenty of parking and a Ferris wheel is just minutes from the Victorian Pier. It doesn't remind much of the glory of the old days, when members of the royal family used to enjoy their summer holidays here. Concerts are now held almost daily at the Bandstand - mainly tributes to "British Stars" concerts such as Elton John.
Beachy Head: Wanderung entlang der Steilküste
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Just a stone's throw from fashionable Eastbourne and perched high above is Beachy Head. The name derives from the French for beautiful hill. Up here we hiked with a view of the lighthouse below and were able to look back at Eastbourne.
Beachy Head: Wanderung entlang der Steilküste
Just a stone's throw from fashionable Eastbourne and perched high above is Beachy Head. The name derives from the French for beautiful hill. Up here we hiked with a view of the lighthouse below and were able to look back at Eastbourne.
Day 4
Brighton: Kosmopolitisches Seebad
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In Brighton we experience the sheer liveliness of a cosmopolitan city and experience exuberant English people on their weekends, a contrast to the sophisticated Eastbourne. A Las Vegas by the beach, the pier invites visitors to waste money with its gambling den and rides. Locals can use the free beach chairs to leaf through the daily newspaper with a view of the city. The British Airways i360 Tower dominates the Brighton skyline. Its viewing platform is raised and lowered hydraulically to accommodate visitors. In the park in front of the Royal Pavilion, inspired by the Indian model, we have a typically British picnic with lots of people in the warm spring sun.
Brighton: Kosmopolitisches Seebad
In Brighton we experience the sheer liveliness of a cosmopolitan city and experience exuberant English people on their weekends, a contrast to the sophisticated Eastbourne. A Las Vegas by the beach, the pier invites visitors to waste money with its gambling den and rides. Locals can use the free beach chairs to leaf through the daily newspaper with a view of the city. The British Airways i360 Tower dominates the Brighton skyline. Its viewing platform is raised and lowered hydraulically to accommodate visitors. In the park in front of the Royal Pavilion, inspired by the Indian model, we have a typically British picnic with lots of people in the warm spring sun.
Maritimes Portsmouth
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The seat of the British Navy with its museum ships largely determines the city with the longest coastline in Britain. The port is also the hub for the canal link with the Isle of Wight. The Spinnaker Tower, inspired by a canvas, is Portsmouth's new landmark at 170 meters and houses 3 viewing platforms. The city is setting off for new shores with an inviting shopping world near the harbor and is trying to replace the otherwise prevailing sadness.
Maritimes Portsmouth
The seat of the British Navy with its museum ships largely determines the city with the longest coastline in Britain. The port is also the hub for the canal link with the Isle of Wight. The Spinnaker Tower, inspired by a canvas, is Portsmouth's new landmark at 170 meters and houses 3 viewing platforms. The city is setting off for new shores with an inviting shopping world near the harbor and is trying to replace the otherwise prevailing sadness.
Thatched House (Portsmouth)
Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Day 5
Stonehenge: Bekanntester Steinkreis der Welt
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We visit the World Heritage Site of Stonehenge and hike the 3 kilometers up and down the rolling hills from its imposing visitor center until we reach the place of worship. Stonehenge is located in a Neolithic area with numerous excavation sites and archaeological finds dating back to the Bronze Age. You can walk around the stone circle at a distance and get a good photographic view of each one.
Stonehenge: Bekanntester Steinkreis der Welt
We visit the World Heritage Site of Stonehenge and hike the 3 kilometers up and down the rolling hills from its imposing visitor center until we reach the place of worship. Stonehenge is located in a Neolithic area with numerous excavation sites and archaeological finds dating back to the Bronze Age. You can walk around the stone circle at a distance and get a good photographic view of each one.
Salisbury Cathedral: Heimat der Magna Carta
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Salisbury Cathedral itself is well worth seeing, but the chapter house houses one of the four surviving editions of the Magne Carta, which is the real aim of our visit. The oldest mechanical clock in the world - from the Middle Ages - can also be admired here. The Magna Carta was signed by the 40 barons in 1215 to put the then tyrannical monarch in his place. This instrument also had a significant impact on the fundamental rights of the USA, Canada, New Zealand and Australia.
Salisbury Cathedral: Heimat der Magna Carta
Salisbury Cathedral itself is well worth seeing, but the chapter house houses one of the four surviving editions of the Magne Carta, which is the real aim of our visit. The oldest mechanical clock in the world - from the Middle Ages - can also be admired here. The Magna Carta was signed by the 40 barons in 1215 to put the then tyrannical monarch in his place. This instrument also had a significant impact on the fundamental rights of the USA, Canada, New Zealand and Australia.
Salisbury Hillside Club Site
A343, Nether Wallop, Over Wallop, Test Valley, Hampshire, England, SP5 1BY, United Kingdom
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Salisbury Hillside Club Site
A343, Nether Wallop, Over Wallop, Test Valley, Hampshire, England, SP5 1BY, United Kingdom
Day 6
Poole: Größter Naturhafen Großbritanniens
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Poole boasts the largest natural harbor in Great Britain. In the old town, the Poole Arms is the oldest pub in town. We walk along the bay at Parkstone Bay Nature Reserve and watch dozens of dog walkers go about their morning routine. England is the most dog-friendly country we have ever traveled to.
Poole: Größter Naturhafen Großbritanniens
Poole boasts the largest natural harbor in Great Britain. In the old town, the Poole Arms is the oldest pub in town. We walk along the bay at Parkstone Bay Nature Reserve and watch dozens of dog walkers go about their morning routine. England is the most dog-friendly country we have ever traveled to.
Exeter Racecourse Club Site
Devon Expressway , Exeter, Vereinigtes Königreich
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We spend the night at the Caravan and Motorhome Club (CAMC) campsite in the middle of Exeter Racecourse. This is only operated between October and April, in between the area serves as a campsite.
Exeter Racecourse Club Site
Devon Expressway , Exeter, Vereinigtes Königreich
We spend the night at the Caravan and Motorhome Club (CAMC) campsite in the middle of Exeter Racecourse. This is only operated between October and April, in between the area serves as a campsite.
Day 7
Plymouth Sound Club Campsite
Plymouth Sound, Bovisand Lane, Gabber, Wembury, Down Thomas, South Hams, Devon, England, PL9 0AE, United Kingdom
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Plymouth Sound Club Campsite
Plymouth Sound, Bovisand Lane, Gabber, Wembury, Down Thomas, South Hams, Devon, England, PL9 0AE, United Kingdom
Day 8
Durdle Door: Karibisches Flair im Alpenlook
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Near Dorchester we drive along the cliffs to the Durdle Door rock formation, which is well worth seeing. The sheltered bathing beach behind offers Caribbean flair even in spring, only the sea is still ice-cold. On the coastal path hiking trail we continue to the picturesque Lulworth Cove.
Durdle Door: Karibisches Flair im Alpenlook
Near Dorchester we drive along the cliffs to the Durdle Door rock formation, which is well worth seeing. The sheltered bathing beach behind offers Caribbean flair even in spring, only the sea is still ice-cold. On the coastal path hiking trail we continue to the picturesque Lulworth Cove.
Küstenstädtchen am Teign: Teignmouth
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The place on the Teign is one of the most beautiful coastal towns in Britain. The local ferry service to Shaldon uses the oldest ferry boat in the country.
Küstenstädtchen am Teign: Teignmouth
The place on the Teign is one of the most beautiful coastal towns in Britain. The local ferry service to Shaldon uses the oldest ferry boat in the country.
Day 9
Im Dartmoor Nationalpark: Moretonhamostead
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On our way through Dartmoor National Park we come to the picturesque Moretonhampstead and make a small stop near the post office with its advertising banner "Hound of the Baskervilles" to take a closer look at this gem with its St. Andrews Church, which is well worth seeing.
Im Dartmoor Nationalpark: Moretonhamostead
On our way through Dartmoor National Park we come to the picturesque Moretonhampstead and make a small stop near the post office with its advertising banner "Hound of the Baskervilles" to take a closer look at this gem with its St. Andrews Church, which is well worth seeing.
Postbridge: Wandern im Dartmoor Nationalpark
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In Dartmoor National Park we drive to the visitor center and walk for a while.
Postbridge: Wandern im Dartmoor Nationalpark
In Dartmoor National Park we drive to the visitor center and walk for a while.
Cornwall: Im Garten Eden angekommen
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One of the most fascinating projects of our time is probably the Eden Project. Here in Cornwall there are biomes on the themes of the Mediterranean regions of our earth and the tropical rainforests of South America and Asia, each with their wide range of flora and fauna - because some animals live in this biblically beautiful garden.
Cornwall: Im Garten Eden angekommen
One of the most fascinating projects of our time is probably the Eden Project. Here in Cornwall there are biomes on the themes of the Mediterranean regions of our earth and the tropical rainforests of South America and Asia, each with their wide range of flora and fauna - because some animals live in this biblically beautiful garden.
Im Westen viel neues: Land‘s End
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We reach the westernmost point of the British Isles - Land's End. A strong wind whistles out here, so that the evening sun is just enough to warm us. We watch the waves in the surf and look out over the expanse to Newfoundland.
Im Westen viel neues: Land‘s End
We reach the westernmost point of the British Isles - Land's End. A strong wind whistles out here, so that the evening sun is just enough to warm us. We watch the waves in the surf and look out over the expanse to Newfoundland.
Land's End Camping and Glamping
Lands End Camping And Glamping, Trevescan Farm Equestrian Center, Penzance TR19 7AQ, B3315, Trevescan, Mayon, Cornwall, England, TR19 7AQ, United Kingdom
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Land's End Camping and Glamping
Lands End Camping And Glamping, Trevescan Farm Equestrian Center, Penzance TR19 7AQ, B3315, Trevescan, Mayon, Cornwall, England, TR19 7AQ, United Kingdom
Day 10
Erzengel Michael im Cornwall gesichtet
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We didn't get lost in France. Here on the Cornish coast, as in Normandy, the Archangel Gabriel once appeared. As a result, a monastery complex was also built here on St. Michael's Mount.
Erzengel Michael im Cornwall gesichtet
We didn't get lost in France. Here on the Cornish coast, as in Normandy, the Archangel Gabriel once appeared. As a result, a monastery complex was also built here on St. Michael's Mount.
Südfranzösisches Flair in St. Ives
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The picturesque St. Ives is located on the coast line in Cornwall and offers many places to stop around the lively waterfront. Behind it, in the small streets, there are many galleries, as well as a branch of the Tate Gallery.
Südfranzösisches Flair in St. Ives
The picturesque St. Ives is located on the coast line in Cornwall and offers many places to stop around the lively waterfront. Behind it, in the small streets, there are many galleries, as well as a branch of the Tate Gallery.
Tintagel: Geburtsort einer Sage
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The King Arthur saga originated out here in Tintagel. Above the cave of the famous Merlin lies the cradle of the Round Table. A modern steel bridge connects the historical rock in the sea surf, which was settled in the early days, with the mainland. The ruins of the same name were built much later, in 1233. Nevertheless, the area is historically connected to it.
Tintagel: Geburtsort einer Sage
The King Arthur saga originated out here in Tintagel. Above the cave of the famous Merlin lies the cradle of the Round Table. A modern steel bridge connects the historical rock in the sea surf, which was settled in the early days, with the mainland. The ruins of the same name were built much later, in 1233. Nevertheless, the area is historically connected to it.
Not far from Tintagle Castle we stay overnight at the Trewethett Farm Caravan Club Site, which is part of the Caravan and Motorhome Club (CAMC). The view of the Celtic Sea up here is breathtakingly beautiful.
Trethevy, PL34 0BQ, Tintagel, United Kingdom
Not far from Tintagle Castle we stay overnight at the Trewethett Farm Caravan Club Site, which is part of the Caravan and Motorhome Club (CAMC). The view of the Celtic Sea up here is breathtakingly beautiful.
Day 11
Wandertag in Englands größter Schlucht
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We arrive in Somerset and visit Cheddar Gorge, a private amusement park for walkers and naturalists and a place for good English cheese. The natural stalactite cave Gough's Cave once housed the Cheddar Man, a human skeleton around 9000 years old, which was discovered here in 1903 and is now on display in the Natural History Museum in London. Here we climb Jacob's ladder and hike about 100 meters on a steep rocky path high above the gorge.
Wandertag in Englands größter Schlucht
We arrive in Somerset and visit Cheddar Gorge, a private amusement park for walkers and naturalists and a place for good English cheese. The natural stalactite cave Gough's Cave once housed the Cheddar Man, a human skeleton around 9000 years old, which was discovered here in 1903 and is now on display in the Natural History Museum in London. Here we climb Jacob's ladder and hike about 100 meters on a steep rocky path high above the gorge.
Cheddar Club Site
Gas House Lane, Draycott Road , Cheddar, Vereinigtes Königreich
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Cheddar Club Site
Gas House Lane, Draycott Road , Cheddar, Vereinigtes Königreich
Day 12
Badetag auch für Nicht-Römer
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We visit Bath with its Roman baths on the Bank Holidays weekend. Pre-order tickets! The park on the Avon promises a cool down and near the circus hundreds of students have a picnic on the large green sunbathing area. The city is now known as a film set for Netflix.
Badetag auch für Nicht-Römer
We visit Bath with its Roman baths on the Bank Holidays weekend. Pre-order tickets! The park on the Avon promises a cool down and near the circus hundreds of students have a picnic on the large green sunbathing area. The city is now known as a film set for Netflix.
After lively Bath, we head out to tranquil Bathampton. We stop for a night in the oldest pub.
George Inn (Bathampton)
Mill Lane , Bathampton, Vereinigtes Königreich
After lively Bath, we head out to tranquil Bathampton. We stop for a night in the oldest pub.
Day 13
Größter neolithischer Steinkreis Großbritanniens: Avebury
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On our way to Oxford we pass Avebury and visit the largest Neolithic stone circle in Britain. Picturesque Avebury is worth seeing in itself. The partially destroyed or removed stones of this "Henge" were replaced with concrete elements after the excavations by Alexander Keiler in the 1920s, so that the imaginary stone circle can be viewed from the higher rampart. The center is aligned with the midsummer-summer solstice.
Größter neolithischer Steinkreis Großbritanniens: Avebury
On our way to Oxford we pass Avebury and visit the largest Neolithic stone circle in Britain. Picturesque Avebury is worth seeing in itself. The partially destroyed or removed stones of this "Henge" were replaced with concrete elements after the excavations by Alexander Keiler in the 1920s, so that the imaginary stone circle can be viewed from the higher rampart. The center is aligned with the midsummer-summer solstice.
Oxford: Elite britischer Colleges
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Oxford is THE epitome of British colleges and is one of the best universities in the world. With our city walk we visit well-known colleges such as St. John's, where Tony Blair studied and come to Study Hall with the Rotunda, where Harry Potter was once filmed. It's lively on Banks Holiday and many young people enjoy the particularly warm spring.
Oxford: Elite britischer Colleges
Oxford is THE epitome of British colleges and is one of the best universities in the world. With our city walk we visit well-known colleges such as St. John's, where Tony Blair studied and come to Study Hall with the Rotunda, where Harry Potter was once filmed. It's lively on Banks Holiday and many young people enjoy the particularly warm spring.
Henley Four Oaks Club Site
Marlow Road , South Oxfordshire, Vereinigtes Königreich
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Marlow Road , South Oxfordshire, Vereinigtes Königreich
Day 14
Königlicher Familiensitz Windsor
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The largest inhabited castle in the world and seat of the Windsor family of the same name. We are guests at Königs and visit this magnificent facility. The state apartments of Charles II and his queen, who once had this castle expanded. Also on display is the Queen Mary's Dollhouse, the world's largest dollhouse. The changing of the guard and a visit to St. George's Chapel complete our visit to Windsor.
Königlicher Familiensitz Windsor
The largest inhabited castle in the world and seat of the Windsor family of the same name. We are guests at Königs and visit this magnificent facility. The state apartments of Charles II and his queen, who once had this castle expanded. Also on display is the Queen Mary's Dollhouse, the world's largest dollhouse. The changing of the guard and a visit to St. George's Chapel complete our visit to Windsor.
Day 15
Europas größte Metropole: London
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Puhhh - this lively metropolis demands a lot from us at the end of our southern England trip. Our odyssey through London's sights begins with the Tower . We explore the underworld at the London Bridge Experience and climb Tower Bridge . In Westminster we explore with Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Downing Street No. 10 the government district and King Charles III. caught a glimpse of leaving Buckingham Palace . In the evening we are on The Shard and admire the panorama from the 68th floor. Kensington Palace and the two cathedrals Westminster Abbey and St. Paul's complete our stay here in London.
Europas größte Metropole: London
Puhhh - this lively metropolis demands a lot from us at the end of our southern England trip. Our odyssey through London's sights begins with the Tower . We explore the underworld at the London Bridge Experience and climb Tower Bridge . In Westminster we explore with Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Downing Street No. 10 the government district and King Charles III. caught a glimpse of leaving Buckingham Palace . In the evening we are on The Shard and admire the panorama from the 68th floor. Kensington Palace and the two cathedrals Westminster Abbey and St. Paul's complete our stay here in London.
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Day 1
Fährüberfahrt Dunkerque nach Dover
Wir nahmen für unsere Anreise die rund zweistündige Fähre zwischen Dunkerque und Dover.
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Day 2
Rye: Schmugglernest und südenglische Kulinarik
Rye ist ein ehemaliges Schmugglernest und heute ein historisches Hafenstädtchen mit viel Charme. Wir gehen den Hügel die kopfsteingepflasterte Mermaidstreet hinauf und besichtigen das kleine Fort mit seinem Gun Garden. Gegessen haben wir im Mermaid Inn - vorzüglich, wie einst Queen Mother oder weitere Persönlichkeiten aus Film und Fernsehen (u.a. Johnny Depp und Michael Cane). In der St. Mary's Church, die man auch als Kathedrale von East Sussex bezeichnet, ihr für eine der ältesten noch funktionierenden Kirchturmuhren der Welt berühmt. Unserem Stadtspaziergang schließen sich noch die Lagerhäuser in der Altstadt sowie das Rathaus von Rye an.
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Bodiam: Romantische Ritterburg
Mit dem Bodiam Castle besichtigen wir DIE Blaupause für mittelalterliche Burgen und Festungen. Einst einem Ritter für seine tapferen Dienste errichtet, sind heute nur noch die Grundmauern sowie die äußeren Verteidigungsanlagen erhalten. Man kann sich frei hierin bewegen und auf gut Glück findet man ein Einhorn versteckt in den alten Steinen.
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Day 3
Eastbourne: Mondänes Seebad
Die schöne Promenade mit vielen Parkmöglichkeiten und einem Riesenrad liegt nur wenige Minuten vom viktorianischen Pier entfernt. Es erinnert nicht mehr viel an den Ruhm der alten Tage, als einst noch Mitglieder der königlichen Familie hier die Sommerfrische genossen. Auf dem Bandstand werden heute fast täglich Konzerte ausgerichtet - vor allem Tribute-to-"britischen Stars"-Konzerten wie Elton John.
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Beachy Head: Wanderung entlang der Steilküste
Nur ein Katzensprung vom mondänen Eastbourne und hoch hierüber gelegen befindet sich der Beachy Head. Der Name leitet sich vom französischen für schöne Anhöhe ab. Hier oben wanderten wir mit Blick auf das darunter liegende Lighthouse und konnten auf Eastbourne zurückblicken.
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56 min.
East Brighton Park, BN2 5TS, Brighton, United Kingdom
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Day 4
Brighton: Kosmopolitisches Seebad
In Brighton erfahren wir die pure Lebendigkeit einer kosmopolitischen Stadt und erleben ausgelassene Engländer an ihrem Wochenende, ein Kontrast zum mondänen Eastbourne. Der Pier ist ein Las Vegas am Strand und lädt mit seiner Spielhölle und Fahrgeschäften seine Besucher zum Geldverschwenden ein. Einheimische können die kostenlosen Strandstühle nutzen, um mit Blick auf die Stadt in der Tageszeitung zu blättern. Der British Airways i360 Tower bestimmt die Skyline von Brighton. Dessen Aussichtsplattform wird hydraulisch hoch- und runtergefahren, um Besucher aufzunehmen. Im Park vor dem Royal Pavilion, inspiriert nach indischem Vorbild, picknicken wir typisch Britisch mit vielen Menschen in der warmen Frühlingssonne.
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Maritimes Portsmouth
Der Sitz der britischen Marine mit Ihren Museumsschiffen bestimmt die Stadt mit der größten Küstenlinie in Britanien über die Maße. Der Hafen ist zudem Dreh- und Angelpunkt für die Kanalverbindung mit der Isle of Wight. Der Spinnaker Tower, inspiriert von einem Seegeltuch, ist mit 170 Metern neues Wahrzeichen von Portsmouth und beherbergt 3 Aussichtsplattformen. Die Stadt bricht mit einer einladenden Shopping-Welt nahe dem Hafen auf zu neuen Ufern und versucht die ansonsten vorherrschende Tristesse abzulösen.
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90,4 km
1 hrs. 32 min.
Thatched House (Portsmouth)
- 50.7943 -1.0401
- 50° 47' 39.4" N 1° 2' 24.5" W
Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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Day 5
Stonehenge: Bekanntester Steinkreis der Welt
Wir besichtigen das Weltkulturerbe Stonehenge und wandern von seinem imposanten Besucherzentrum die 3 Kilometer die sanften Hügel hinauf und wieder hinab bis wir die Kultstätte erreichen. Stonehenge liegt in einem neolithischen Areal mit zahlreichen Ausgrabungsstätten sowie archäologischen Funden bis zur Bronzezeit. Man kann in einiger Entfernung um den Steinkreis herumlaufen und erhält so jeweils einen guten fotografischen Blick.
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Salisbury Cathedral: Heimat der Magna Carta
Die Kathedrale von Salisbury selbst ist schon sehr sehenswert, jedoch beherbergt der Kapitelsaal eine der vier erhaltenen Ausgaben der Magne Carta, was das eigentliche Ziel unserer Besuchs darstellt. Ebenso gibt es hier die älteste mechanische Uhr der Welt - aus dem Mittelalter - zu bestaunen. Die Magna Carta wurde 1215 von den 40 Baronen unterzeichnet, um den damaligen tyrannischen Monarchen in seine Schranken zu weisen. Diese Urkunde hatte ebenso bedeutenden Einfluss auf die Grundrechte der USA, Kanada, Neuseeland und Australien.
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72,8 km
1 hrs. 7 min.
Salisbury Hillside Club Site
- 51.1216 -1.6347
- 51° 7' 17.9" N 1° 38' 5" W
A343, Nether Wallop, Over Wallop, Test Valley, Hampshire, England, SP5 1BY, United Kingdom
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Day 6
Poole: Größter Naturhafen Großbritanniens
Poole kann mit dem größten Naturhafen Großbritanniens aufwarten. In der Altstadt ist das Poole Arms das älteste Pub am Ort. Wir spazieren entlang der Bucht am Naturreservat der Parkstone Bay und beobachten Dutzende Hundebesitzer bei ihrer Morgenroutine. England ist das für uns hundefreundlichste Land, das wir bislang bereisten.
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176,9 km
1 hrs. 58 min.
Exeter Racecourse Club Site
- 50.6407 -3.5613
- 50° 38' 26.7" N 3° 33' 40.8" W
Devon Expressway , Exeter, Vereinigtes Königreich
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Day 7
58,2 km
43 min.
Plymouth Sound Club Campsite
- 50.3343 -4.1061
- 50° 20' 3.4" N 4° 6' 22.1" W
Plymouth Sound, Bovisand Lane, Gabber, Wembury, Down Thomas, South Hams, Devon, England, PL9 0AE, United Kingdom
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Day 8
Durdle Door: Karibisches Flair im Alpenlook
Nahe Dorchester fahren wir die Steilküste entlang zur sehenswerten Felsformation Durdle Door. Der hierhinter geschützt gelegene Badestrand bietet bereits im Frühjahr karibisches Flair, nur das Meer ist noch eiskalt. Auf dem Küstenpfad-Wanderweg geht es für uns noch zum pittoresken Lulworth Cove.
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Küstenstädtchen am Teign: Teignmouth
Der Ort am Teign zählt zu den schönsten Küstenorten Britanniens. Der lokale Fährdienst nach Shaldon nutzt das älteste Fährboot des Landes.
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Day 9
Im Dartmoor Nationalpark: Moretonhamostead
Wir kommen auf unserem Weg durch den Dartmoor Nationalpark in das pittoreske Moretonhampstead und legen einen kleinen Stopp nahe dem Postoffice mit seinem Werbebanner "Hound of the Baskervilles" ein, um uns dieses Kleinod mit seiner sehr sehenswerten St. Andrews Church näher anzusehen.
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Postbridge: Wandern im Dartmoor Nationalpark
Im Dartmoor Nationalpark fahren wir bis zum Visitorcenter und wandern für eine Weile.
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Cornwall: Im Garten Eden angekommen
Eines der faszinierendsten Projekte unserer Zeit dürfte das Eden Project sein. Hier im Cornwall gibt es Biome zu den Themen Mediterrane Regionen unserer Erde sowie zu den tropischen Regenwälder Südamerikas und Asiens mit ihrer jeweils breiten Flora und Fauna - denn einige Tiere leben in diesem biblisch schönen Garten.
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Im Westen viel neues: Land‘s End
Wir erreichen den westlichsten Punkt der britischen Insel - Land‘s End. Hier draußen pfeift ein kräftiger Wind, sodass die Abendsonne gerade ausreicht, um uns zu wärmen. Wir beobachten die Wellen in der Brandung und blicken auf die Weite nach Neufundland.
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2 hrs. 1 min.
Land's End Camping and Glamping
- 50.0654 -5.6979
- 50° 3' 55.4" N 5° 41' 52.6" W
Lands End Camping And Glamping, Trevescan Farm Equestrian Center, Penzance TR19 7AQ, B3315, Trevescan, Mayon, Cornwall, England, TR19 7AQ, United Kingdom
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Day 10
Erzengel Michael im Cornwall gesichtet
Wir haben uns nicht bis nach Frankreich verfahren. Hier an der Küste in Cornwall erschien einst ebenfalls wie in der Normandie der Erzengel Gabriel. Als Ergebnis entstand hier ebenfalls eine Klosteranlage auf dem St. Michaels Mount.
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Südfranzösisches Flair in St. Ives
Das pittoreske St. Ives liegt an der Küstenlinie in Cornwall und bietet rund um das quirlige Hafenviertel viele Lokalitäten zum Einkehren. Dahinter verbergen sich in den kleinen Gassen viele Galerien, ebenso wie eine Dependance der Tate Galerie.
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Tintagel: Geburtsort einer Sage
Die King Arthur-Saga hat hier draußen ihren Ursprung in Tintagel. Über der Höhle des berühmten Merlins liegt die Wiege der Tafelrunde. Eine moderne Stahlbrücke verbindet den historischen Fels in der Meeresbrandung, welcher bereits in der Frühzeit besiedelt wurde, mit dem Festland. Die gleichnamige Burgruine entstand sehr viel später 1233. Dennoch ist das Areal historisch mit ihr verbunden.
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1 hrs. 39 min.
Day 11
Wandertag in Englands größter Schlucht
Wir sind in Somerset angekommen und besichtigen den Cheddar Gorge, einem privaten Vergnügungspark für Wanderer und Naturkundler sowie Ort für guten Käse aus England. Die Naturtropfsteinhöhle Gough’s Cave beherbergte einst den Cheddar Man, ein rund 9000 Jahre altes menschliches Skelett, welches 1903 hier entdeckt und heute im Natural History Museum in London ausgestellt wird. Hier erklimmen wir die Jakobsleiter und wandern rund 100 Meter auf einem steilen steinigen Pfad hoch über der Schlucht.
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2 hrs. 5 min.
Cheddar Club Site
- 51.2713 -2.7756
- 51° 16' 16.6" N 2° 46' 32.2" W
Gas House Lane, Draycott Road , Cheddar, Vereinigtes Königreich
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Day 12
Badetag auch für Nicht-Römer
Wir besichtigen am Bank Holidays Wochenende Bath mit seinem römischen Bad. Tickets vorbestellen! Der am Avon gelegene Park verspricht Abkühlung und nahe dem Circus nehmen hunderte Studenten ein Picknick auf der großen grünen Liegefläche. Die Stadt ist heute als Filmkulisse für Netflix bekannt.
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55 min.
George Inn (Bathampton)
- 51.3971 -2.3226
- 51° 23' 49.7" N 2° 19' 21.3" W
Mill Lane , Bathampton, Vereinigtes Königreich
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Day 13
Größter neolithischer Steinkreis Großbritanniens: Avebury
Auf unserer Fahrt nach Oxford kommen wir nach Avebury und besichtigen den größten neolithischen Steinkreis in Großbritannien. Das pittoreske Avebury ist an sich schon sehenswert. Die teilweise zerstörten oder entfernten Steine dieses „Henge“ wurden nach den Ausgrabungen von Alexander Keiler in den 1920er Jahren mit Betonelementen ersetzt, so dass der gedachte Steinkreis vom höhergelegenen Wall aus betrachtet werden kann. Die Mitte ist ausgerichtet auf die Mittsommer-Sommersonnenwende.
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Oxford: Elite britischer Colleges
Oxford ist DER Inbegriff für britische Colleges und zählt zu einer der besten Universitäten der Welt. Mit unserem Stadtspaziergang besichtigen wir bekannte Colleges wie das St. John’s, wo Tony Blair studierte und kommen zu Study Hall mit der Rotunda, wo einst für Harry Potter gedreht wurde. Am Banks Holiday ist es quirlig und viele junge Menschen genießen das besonders warme Frühjahr.
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1 hrs. 30 min.
Henley Four Oaks Club Site
- 51.5456 -0.9036
- 51° 32' 44.2" N 0° 54' 13" W
Marlow Road , South Oxfordshire, Vereinigtes Königreich
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Königlicher Familiensitz Windsor
Das größte bewohnte Schloss der Welt und Sitz der gleichnamigen Familie Windsor. Wir sind zu Gast bei Königs und besichtigen diese prächtige Anlage. Die Staatsgemächer von Karl dem II. und seiner Königin, die einst dieses Schloss so ausbauen ließen. Außerdem wird mit dem Queen Mary‘s Dollhouse das größte Puppenhaus der Welt gezeigt. Die Wachablösung sowie die Besichtigung der St. George‘s Chapel runden unseren Besuch in Windsor ab.
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1 hrs. 33 min.
Federation Road, SE2 0LS, London, United Kingdom
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Day 15
Europas größte Metropole: London
Puhhh - diese quirlige Metropole verlangt uns am Ende unserer Südengland-Reise nochmal viel ab. Mit dem Tower beginnt unsere Odyssee durch Londons Sehenswürdigkeiten. Wir erkunden die Unterwelt im London Bridge Experience und besteigen die Tower Bridge. In Westminster erkunden wir mit Big Ben, den Houses of Parliament und Downing Street No. 10 das Regierungsviertel und können König Charles III. beim Verlassen des Buckingham Palaces kurz erhaschen. Am Abend sind wir auf The Shard und bewundern das Panorama vom 68. Stockwerk. Der Kensington Palace sowie die beiden Kathedralen Westminster Abbey und St. Paul‘s runden unseren Aufenthalt hier in London ab.
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Day 1
Fährüberfahrt Dunkerque nach Dover
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We took the approximately two-hour ferry between Dunkerque and Dover for our journey.
Fährüberfahrt Dunkerque nach Dover
We took the approximately two-hour ferry between Dunkerque and Dover for our journey.
Day 2
Rye: Schmugglernest und südenglische Kulinarik
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Rye is a former smugglers' town and today a historic harbor town with lots of charm. We walk up the hill along the cobblestone Mermaid Street and visit the small fort with its Gun Garden. We ate at the Mermaid Inn - excellent, like Queen Mother or other personalities from film and television (including Johnny Depp and Michael Cane). St Mary's Church, also known as East Sussex Cathedral, is famous for having one of the oldest working church clocks in the world. Our city walk is followed by the warehouses in the old town and the town hall of Rye.
Rye: Schmugglernest und südenglische Kulinarik
Rye is a former smugglers' town and today a historic harbor town with lots of charm. We walk up the hill along the cobblestone Mermaid Street and visit the small fort with its Gun Garden. We ate at the Mermaid Inn - excellent, like Queen Mother or other personalities from film and television (including Johnny Depp and Michael Cane). St Mary's Church, also known as East Sussex Cathedral, is famous for having one of the oldest working church clocks in the world. Our city walk is followed by the warehouses in the old town and the town hall of Rye.
Bodiam: Romantische Ritterburg
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With the Bodiam Castle we visit THE blueprint for medieval castles and fortresses. Once built for a knight for his brave service, today only the foundation walls and the outer defenses have been preserved. You can move around freely and if you are lucky you will find a unicorn hidden in the old stones.
Bodiam: Romantische Ritterburg
With the Bodiam Castle we visit THE blueprint for medieval castles and fortresses. Once built for a knight for his brave service, today only the foundation walls and the outer defenses have been preserved. You can move around freely and if you are lucky you will find a unicorn hidden in the old stones.
In the middle of an old park to a long-forgotten manor house we spend the night in a much more historic place. This is where the Normans came from Hastings harbor in the 17th century and fought the British.
Stevens Crouch, TN33 9LR, Battle, United Kingdom
In the middle of an old park to a long-forgotten manor house we spend the night in a much more historic place. This is where the Normans came from Hastings harbor in the 17th century and fought the British.
Day 3
Eastbourne: Mondänes Seebad
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The beautiful promenade with plenty of parking and a Ferris wheel is just minutes from the Victorian Pier. It doesn't remind much of the glory of the old days, when members of the royal family used to enjoy their summer holidays here. Concerts are now held almost daily at the Bandstand - mainly tributes to "British Stars" concerts such as Elton John.
Eastbourne: Mondänes Seebad
The beautiful promenade with plenty of parking and a Ferris wheel is just minutes from the Victorian Pier. It doesn't remind much of the glory of the old days, when members of the royal family used to enjoy their summer holidays here. Concerts are now held almost daily at the Bandstand - mainly tributes to "British Stars" concerts such as Elton John.
Beachy Head: Wanderung entlang der Steilküste
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Just a stone's throw from fashionable Eastbourne and perched high above is Beachy Head. The name derives from the French for beautiful hill. Up here we hiked with a view of the lighthouse below and were able to look back at Eastbourne.
Beachy Head: Wanderung entlang der Steilküste
Just a stone's throw from fashionable Eastbourne and perched high above is Beachy Head. The name derives from the French for beautiful hill. Up here we hiked with a view of the lighthouse below and were able to look back at Eastbourne.
Day 4
Brighton: Kosmopolitisches Seebad
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In Brighton we experience the sheer liveliness of a cosmopolitan city and experience exuberant English people on their weekends, a contrast to the sophisticated Eastbourne. A Las Vegas by the beach, the pier invites visitors to waste money with its gambling den and rides. Locals can use the free beach chairs to leaf through the daily newspaper with a view of the city. The British Airways i360 Tower dominates the Brighton skyline. Its viewing platform is raised and lowered hydraulically to accommodate visitors. In the park in front of the Royal Pavilion, inspired by the Indian model, we have a typically British picnic with lots of people in the warm spring sun.
Brighton: Kosmopolitisches Seebad
In Brighton we experience the sheer liveliness of a cosmopolitan city and experience exuberant English people on their weekends, a contrast to the sophisticated Eastbourne. A Las Vegas by the beach, the pier invites visitors to waste money with its gambling den and rides. Locals can use the free beach chairs to leaf through the daily newspaper with a view of the city. The British Airways i360 Tower dominates the Brighton skyline. Its viewing platform is raised and lowered hydraulically to accommodate visitors. In the park in front of the Royal Pavilion, inspired by the Indian model, we have a typically British picnic with lots of people in the warm spring sun.
Maritimes Portsmouth
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The seat of the British Navy with its museum ships largely determines the city with the longest coastline in Britain. The port is also the hub for the canal link with the Isle of Wight. The Spinnaker Tower, inspired by a canvas, is Portsmouth's new landmark at 170 meters and houses 3 viewing platforms. The city is setting off for new shores with an inviting shopping world near the harbor and is trying to replace the otherwise prevailing sadness.
Maritimes Portsmouth
The seat of the British Navy with its museum ships largely determines the city with the longest coastline in Britain. The port is also the hub for the canal link with the Isle of Wight. The Spinnaker Tower, inspired by a canvas, is Portsmouth's new landmark at 170 meters and houses 3 viewing platforms. The city is setting off for new shores with an inviting shopping world near the harbor and is trying to replace the otherwise prevailing sadness.
Thatched House (Portsmouth)
Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Day 5
Stonehenge: Bekanntester Steinkreis der Welt
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We visit the World Heritage Site of Stonehenge and hike the 3 kilometers up and down the rolling hills from its imposing visitor center until we reach the place of worship. Stonehenge is located in a Neolithic area with numerous excavation sites and archaeological finds dating back to the Bronze Age. You can walk around the stone circle at a distance and get a good photographic view of each one.
Stonehenge: Bekanntester Steinkreis der Welt
We visit the World Heritage Site of Stonehenge and hike the 3 kilometers up and down the rolling hills from its imposing visitor center until we reach the place of worship. Stonehenge is located in a Neolithic area with numerous excavation sites and archaeological finds dating back to the Bronze Age. You can walk around the stone circle at a distance and get a good photographic view of each one.
Salisbury Cathedral: Heimat der Magna Carta
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Salisbury Cathedral itself is well worth seeing, but the chapter house houses one of the four surviving editions of the Magne Carta, which is the real aim of our visit. The oldest mechanical clock in the world - from the Middle Ages - can also be admired here. The Magna Carta was signed by the 40 barons in 1215 to put the then tyrannical monarch in his place. This instrument also had a significant impact on the fundamental rights of the USA, Canada, New Zealand and Australia.
Salisbury Cathedral: Heimat der Magna Carta
Salisbury Cathedral itself is well worth seeing, but the chapter house houses one of the four surviving editions of the Magne Carta, which is the real aim of our visit. The oldest mechanical clock in the world - from the Middle Ages - can also be admired here. The Magna Carta was signed by the 40 barons in 1215 to put the then tyrannical monarch in his place. This instrument also had a significant impact on the fundamental rights of the USA, Canada, New Zealand and Australia.
Salisbury Hillside Club Site
A343, Nether Wallop, Over Wallop, Test Valley, Hampshire, England, SP5 1BY, United Kingdom
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Salisbury Hillside Club Site
A343, Nether Wallop, Over Wallop, Test Valley, Hampshire, England, SP5 1BY, United Kingdom
Day 6
Poole: Größter Naturhafen Großbritanniens
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Poole boasts the largest natural harbor in Great Britain. In the old town, the Poole Arms is the oldest pub in town. We walk along the bay at Parkstone Bay Nature Reserve and watch dozens of dog walkers go about their morning routine. England is the most dog-friendly country we have ever traveled to.
Poole: Größter Naturhafen Großbritanniens
Poole boasts the largest natural harbor in Great Britain. In the old town, the Poole Arms is the oldest pub in town. We walk along the bay at Parkstone Bay Nature Reserve and watch dozens of dog walkers go about their morning routine. England is the most dog-friendly country we have ever traveled to.
Exeter Racecourse Club Site
Devon Expressway , Exeter, Vereinigtes Königreich
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We spend the night at the Caravan and Motorhome Club (CAMC) campsite in the middle of Exeter Racecourse. This is only operated between October and April, in between the area serves as a campsite.
Exeter Racecourse Club Site
Devon Expressway , Exeter, Vereinigtes Königreich
We spend the night at the Caravan and Motorhome Club (CAMC) campsite in the middle of Exeter Racecourse. This is only operated between October and April, in between the area serves as a campsite.
Day 7
Plymouth Sound Club Campsite
Plymouth Sound, Bovisand Lane, Gabber, Wembury, Down Thomas, South Hams, Devon, England, PL9 0AE, United Kingdom
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Plymouth Sound Club Campsite
Plymouth Sound, Bovisand Lane, Gabber, Wembury, Down Thomas, South Hams, Devon, England, PL9 0AE, United Kingdom
Day 8
Durdle Door: Karibisches Flair im Alpenlook
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Near Dorchester we drive along the cliffs to the Durdle Door rock formation, which is well worth seeing. The sheltered bathing beach behind offers Caribbean flair even in spring, only the sea is still ice-cold. On the coastal path hiking trail we continue to the picturesque Lulworth Cove.
Durdle Door: Karibisches Flair im Alpenlook
Near Dorchester we drive along the cliffs to the Durdle Door rock formation, which is well worth seeing. The sheltered bathing beach behind offers Caribbean flair even in spring, only the sea is still ice-cold. On the coastal path hiking trail we continue to the picturesque Lulworth Cove.
Küstenstädtchen am Teign: Teignmouth
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The place on the Teign is one of the most beautiful coastal towns in Britain. The local ferry service to Shaldon uses the oldest ferry boat in the country.
Küstenstädtchen am Teign: Teignmouth
The place on the Teign is one of the most beautiful coastal towns in Britain. The local ferry service to Shaldon uses the oldest ferry boat in the country.
Day 9
Im Dartmoor Nationalpark: Moretonhamostead
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On our way through Dartmoor National Park we come to the picturesque Moretonhampstead and make a small stop near the post office with its advertising banner "Hound of the Baskervilles" to take a closer look at this gem with its St. Andrews Church, which is well worth seeing.
Im Dartmoor Nationalpark: Moretonhamostead
On our way through Dartmoor National Park we come to the picturesque Moretonhampstead and make a small stop near the post office with its advertising banner "Hound of the Baskervilles" to take a closer look at this gem with its St. Andrews Church, which is well worth seeing.
Postbridge: Wandern im Dartmoor Nationalpark
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In Dartmoor National Park we drive to the visitor center and walk for a while.
Postbridge: Wandern im Dartmoor Nationalpark
In Dartmoor National Park we drive to the visitor center and walk for a while.
Cornwall: Im Garten Eden angekommen
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One of the most fascinating projects of our time is probably the Eden Project. Here in Cornwall there are biomes on the themes of the Mediterranean regions of our earth and the tropical rainforests of South America and Asia, each with their wide range of flora and fauna - because some animals live in this biblically beautiful garden.
Cornwall: Im Garten Eden angekommen
One of the most fascinating projects of our time is probably the Eden Project. Here in Cornwall there are biomes on the themes of the Mediterranean regions of our earth and the tropical rainforests of South America and Asia, each with their wide range of flora and fauna - because some animals live in this biblically beautiful garden.
Im Westen viel neues: Land‘s End
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We reach the westernmost point of the British Isles - Land's End. A strong wind whistles out here, so that the evening sun is just enough to warm us. We watch the waves in the surf and look out over the expanse to Newfoundland.
Im Westen viel neues: Land‘s End
We reach the westernmost point of the British Isles - Land's End. A strong wind whistles out here, so that the evening sun is just enough to warm us. We watch the waves in the surf and look out over the expanse to Newfoundland.
Land's End Camping and Glamping
Lands End Camping And Glamping, Trevescan Farm Equestrian Center, Penzance TR19 7AQ, B3315, Trevescan, Mayon, Cornwall, England, TR19 7AQ, United Kingdom
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Land's End Camping and Glamping
Lands End Camping And Glamping, Trevescan Farm Equestrian Center, Penzance TR19 7AQ, B3315, Trevescan, Mayon, Cornwall, England, TR19 7AQ, United Kingdom
Day 10
Erzengel Michael im Cornwall gesichtet
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We didn't get lost in France. Here on the Cornish coast, as in Normandy, the Archangel Gabriel once appeared. As a result, a monastery complex was also built here on St. Michael's Mount.
Erzengel Michael im Cornwall gesichtet
We didn't get lost in France. Here on the Cornish coast, as in Normandy, the Archangel Gabriel once appeared. As a result, a monastery complex was also built here on St. Michael's Mount.
Südfranzösisches Flair in St. Ives
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The picturesque St. Ives is located on the coast line in Cornwall and offers many places to stop around the lively waterfront. Behind it, in the small streets, there are many galleries, as well as a branch of the Tate Gallery.
Südfranzösisches Flair in St. Ives
The picturesque St. Ives is located on the coast line in Cornwall and offers many places to stop around the lively waterfront. Behind it, in the small streets, there are many galleries, as well as a branch of the Tate Gallery.
Tintagel: Geburtsort einer Sage
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The King Arthur saga originated out here in Tintagel. Above the cave of the famous Merlin lies the cradle of the Round Table. A modern steel bridge connects the historical rock in the sea surf, which was settled in the early days, with the mainland. The ruins of the same name were built much later, in 1233. Nevertheless, the area is historically connected to it.
Tintagel: Geburtsort einer Sage
The King Arthur saga originated out here in Tintagel. Above the cave of the famous Merlin lies the cradle of the Round Table. A modern steel bridge connects the historical rock in the sea surf, which was settled in the early days, with the mainland. The ruins of the same name were built much later, in 1233. Nevertheless, the area is historically connected to it.
Not far from Tintagle Castle we stay overnight at the Trewethett Farm Caravan Club Site, which is part of the Caravan and Motorhome Club (CAMC). The view of the Celtic Sea up here is breathtakingly beautiful.
Trethevy, PL34 0BQ, Tintagel, United Kingdom
Not far from Tintagle Castle we stay overnight at the Trewethett Farm Caravan Club Site, which is part of the Caravan and Motorhome Club (CAMC). The view of the Celtic Sea up here is breathtakingly beautiful.
Day 11
Wandertag in Englands größter Schlucht
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We arrive in Somerset and visit Cheddar Gorge, a private amusement park for walkers and naturalists and a place for good English cheese. The natural stalactite cave Gough's Cave once housed the Cheddar Man, a human skeleton around 9000 years old, which was discovered here in 1903 and is now on display in the Natural History Museum in London. Here we climb Jacob's ladder and hike about 100 meters on a steep rocky path high above the gorge.
Wandertag in Englands größter Schlucht
We arrive in Somerset and visit Cheddar Gorge, a private amusement park for walkers and naturalists and a place for good English cheese. The natural stalactite cave Gough's Cave once housed the Cheddar Man, a human skeleton around 9000 years old, which was discovered here in 1903 and is now on display in the Natural History Museum in London. Here we climb Jacob's ladder and hike about 100 meters on a steep rocky path high above the gorge.
Cheddar Club Site
Gas House Lane, Draycott Road , Cheddar, Vereinigtes Königreich
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Cheddar Club Site
Gas House Lane, Draycott Road , Cheddar, Vereinigtes Königreich
Day 12
Badetag auch für Nicht-Römer
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We visit Bath with its Roman baths on the Bank Holidays weekend. Pre-order tickets! The park on the Avon promises a cool down and near the circus hundreds of students have a picnic on the large green sunbathing area. The city is now known as a film set for Netflix.
Badetag auch für Nicht-Römer
We visit Bath with its Roman baths on the Bank Holidays weekend. Pre-order tickets! The park on the Avon promises a cool down and near the circus hundreds of students have a picnic on the large green sunbathing area. The city is now known as a film set for Netflix.
After lively Bath, we head out to tranquil Bathampton. We stop for a night in the oldest pub.
George Inn (Bathampton)
Mill Lane , Bathampton, Vereinigtes Königreich
After lively Bath, we head out to tranquil Bathampton. We stop for a night in the oldest pub.
Day 13
Größter neolithischer Steinkreis Großbritanniens: Avebury
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On our way to Oxford we pass Avebury and visit the largest Neolithic stone circle in Britain. Picturesque Avebury is worth seeing in itself. The partially destroyed or removed stones of this "Henge" were replaced with concrete elements after the excavations by Alexander Keiler in the 1920s, so that the imaginary stone circle can be viewed from the higher rampart. The center is aligned with the midsummer-summer solstice.
Größter neolithischer Steinkreis Großbritanniens: Avebury
On our way to Oxford we pass Avebury and visit the largest Neolithic stone circle in Britain. Picturesque Avebury is worth seeing in itself. The partially destroyed or removed stones of this "Henge" were replaced with concrete elements after the excavations by Alexander Keiler in the 1920s, so that the imaginary stone circle can be viewed from the higher rampart. The center is aligned with the midsummer-summer solstice.
Oxford: Elite britischer Colleges
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Oxford is THE epitome of British colleges and is one of the best universities in the world. With our city walk we visit well-known colleges such as St. John's, where Tony Blair studied and come to Study Hall with the Rotunda, where Harry Potter was once filmed. It's lively on Banks Holiday and many young people enjoy the particularly warm spring.
Oxford: Elite britischer Colleges
Oxford is THE epitome of British colleges and is one of the best universities in the world. With our city walk we visit well-known colleges such as St. John's, where Tony Blair studied and come to Study Hall with the Rotunda, where Harry Potter was once filmed. It's lively on Banks Holiday and many young people enjoy the particularly warm spring.
Henley Four Oaks Club Site
Marlow Road , South Oxfordshire, Vereinigtes Königreich
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Marlow Road , South Oxfordshire, Vereinigtes Königreich
Day 14
Königlicher Familiensitz Windsor
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The largest inhabited castle in the world and seat of the Windsor family of the same name. We are guests at Königs and visit this magnificent facility. The state apartments of Charles II and his queen, who once had this castle expanded. Also on display is the Queen Mary's Dollhouse, the world's largest dollhouse. The changing of the guard and a visit to St. George's Chapel complete our visit to Windsor.
Königlicher Familiensitz Windsor
The largest inhabited castle in the world and seat of the Windsor family of the same name. We are guests at Königs and visit this magnificent facility. The state apartments of Charles II and his queen, who once had this castle expanded. Also on display is the Queen Mary's Dollhouse, the world's largest dollhouse. The changing of the guard and a visit to St. George's Chapel complete our visit to Windsor.
Day 15
Europas größte Metropole: London
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Puhhh - this lively metropolis demands a lot from us at the end of our southern England trip. Our odyssey through London's sights begins with the Tower . We explore the underworld at the London Bridge Experience and climb Tower Bridge . In Westminster we explore with Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Downing Street No. 10 the government district and King Charles III. caught a glimpse of leaving Buckingham Palace . In the evening we are on The Shard and admire the panorama from the 68th floor. Kensington Palace and the two cathedrals Westminster Abbey and St. Paul's complete our stay here in London.
Europas größte Metropole: London
Puhhh - this lively metropolis demands a lot from us at the end of our southern England trip. Our odyssey through London's sights begins with the Tower . We explore the underworld at the London Bridge Experience and climb Tower Bridge . In Westminster we explore with Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament and Downing Street No. 10 the government district and King Charles III. caught a glimpse of leaving Buckingham Palace . In the evening we are on The Shard and admire the panorama from the 68th floor. Kensington Palace and the two cathedrals Westminster Abbey and St. Paul's complete our stay here in London.
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Mich würde brennend interessieren, was sich zu deinen Eindrücken verändert hat. Ich vermute recht wenig, denn die Britten können Gutes wirklich gut bewahren :-) Selten zehren wir so lange von einer Urlaubsreise, wie von dieser! Wir waren nicht das letzte Mal genau auf dieser Route unterwegs.
fast die gleiche Tour haben wir vor fast 30 Jahren auch gemacht. Damals von B&B zu B&B. Eine traumhafte Reise!