{"id":45563,"date":"2023-07-04T08:47:53","date_gmt":"2023-07-04T06:47:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test.steinmuehle.de\/blog\/2023\/07\/04\/adventure-filled-trips-across-germany-and-beyond\/"},"modified":"2026-06-18T17:36:56","modified_gmt":"2026-06-18T15:36:56","slug":"adventure-filled-trips-across-germany-and-beyond","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/steinmuehle.de\/en\/blog\/2023\/07\/04\/adventure-filled-trips-across-germany-and-beyond\/","title":{"rendered":"Adventure-Filled Trips\u2014Across Germany and Beyond"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u201cJust like every year,\u201d was the sentiment in May, when the experiential education trips were on the horizon. The boarding school students set off together with their teachers on a journey across Germany and even beyond the country\u2019s borders. There really was something for everyone! In addition to a canoe trip through the beautiful Altm\u00fchl Valley, the itinerary included a hike through the Drachenschlucht gorge near Eisenach, a visit to the Klimahaus near Bremerhaven, and a camping trip at Lake Eder. <\/p>\n

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This year, there was a special place to stay in the scenic Odenwald, where a small group settled in comfortably at the Heuhotel am Lind\u2019brunnen. Janna, one of the students, enthusiastically flung herself right into the freshly piled hay. \u201cIf we could sleep like this at boarding school, I\u2019d do it every night,\u201d she said with a laugh as she shook the hay out of her hair. <\/p>\n

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In addition to taking a break from everyday life, the weekend was also filled with action. We walked or drove to nearby Maubach Lake, where a few brave souls even ventured into the cool water. Next up was a trip to the climbing forest, which was just one of the weekend\u2019s highlights. Well-secured, the students enthusiastically climbed across narrow beams or enjoyed rides on the zip lines. Together, they overcame challenges both big and small\u2014and even a bit of a fear of heights. Of course, they also paid a visit to the summer toboggan run right next door. Despite the rain, the students didn\u2019t let it spoil their fun and waved at the camera with big smiles. \u201cIt felt really good to just leave my phone behind for once,\u201d noted student Saphira. <\/p>\n

Before leaving the next morning, we couldn\u2019t miss out on a fun cleanup party and one last game of hide-and-seek, of course. On the way back, we finally made a stop at the Felsenmeer. After the short hike, the ice cream tasted even better! <\/p>\n

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For those who wanted to burn off some energy, the trip to the Altm\u00fchltal was just the thing. From a cozy campground, they set out on the water in canoes, two to a canoe. After a few initial difficulties steering with the paddles, the students quickly got the hang of it. Still, one or two situations drew amused looks when they were recounted back at the boarding school. After a strenuous but very successful trip downstream, the group drove back to the campground, where\u2014thanks to the good weather\u2014they were able to round out the evening with a cozy campfire, delicious food from the grill, and good conversation. \u201cThe group really came together,\u201d Marlon, who accompanied the students along with his colleague, later said enthusiastically. <\/p>\n

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The Steinm\u00fchle was also on the road in northern Germany. On the Wurster North Sea coast, the students were able to enjoy the sunshine right by the sea. In addition to walks on the beach, the group took a trip to the Klimahaus Bremerhaven, where the students embarked on an exciting journey around the world through Earth\u2019s climate zones. In the interactive exhibition, they were able to experience the effects of climate change firsthand in a truly impressive way. <\/p>\n

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Another group of students headed toward Eisenach. In the Thuringian Forest, the itinerary included a hike through the impressive Dragon Gorge, which is sure to set nature lovers\u2019 hearts racing. Wide at first, the moss-covered rock walls gradually narrow into a gorge that\u2019s sometimes only shoulder-width wide. The group also visited the nearby Wartburg, which is likely one of Germany\u2019s most famous castles. On the way back, they made a stop in Kassel to admire the Bergpark Wilhelmsh\u00f6he. <\/p>\n

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In addition to new destinations, this year\u2019s trip once again offered the opportunity to take part in the now-almost-traditional camping trip to Lake Eder, where the focus was entirely on unwinding. Without cell phone reception or other everyday conveniences like running water and electricity, the students were able to consciously take some time for themselves. <\/p>\n

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This time, a special educational trip took the students to neighboring Poland, where the group took part in a two-day guided study tour of the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and also visited the city of Krakow.<\/p>\n

One student described his experience on Instagram as follows: \u201cOver the weekend, I had the opportunity to learn firsthand about the history of the Auschwitz and Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camps. My feelings were very mixed\u2014on the one hand, grief for the victims, and on the other, anger toward all those who still support this today.\u201d<\/p>\n

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the staff at the memorial for the moving and empathetic tour!<\/p>\n

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