The defensive tower of Warberg

The defensive tower of Warberg

Warberg Castle is something like a childhood memory. It’s just a stone’s throw from Helmstedt. At high school I had many classmates from surrounding villages, including Warberg. I don’t think I’ve ever been to the castle. I’m also not sure if it was already a seminar venue back then. But no matter what it was like at the time. Even

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Between Pond and Lake: Gut Adolphshof Loop from Schwicheldt

Between Pond and Lake: Gut Adolphshof Loop from Schwicheldt

We start in the small village of Schwicheldt. We cross the Mittelland Canal and then turn right before the shooting club. Not far from our starting point, the first highlight awaits us on the right: the pond of the Peine Fishing Club. An oasis of tranquility for people and a playground for animals: we spot birds, coots, water striders, and

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Galka Scheyer: Homage to a strong woman

Galka Scheyer: Homage to a strong woman

This Sunday I leave the Braunschweig Municipal Museum deeply impressed. What happened? I visited the finissage of the exhibition “Galka Scheyer and The Blue Four”. At the end of today, guided tours were also offered. I was already expecting it to be packed on International Museum Day with free entry. But when the heavy rain started outside 30 minutes before

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The frog prince at the feet of a suitor

The frog prince at the feet of a suitor

The time of the “Open Gates” in Braunschweig and the surrounding area has begun again. This Sunday we’re going to Völkenrode to visit the Krause family. A 600 square meter garden with perennial beds, climbing roses and raised beds has been announced. However, a little green guy named Grass Frog steals the show. The frog kings are obviously feeling the

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(Deutsch) Ausflüge in Sardiniens Norden

(Deutsch) Ausflüge in Sardiniens Norden

Although it’s still low season and public transportation is infrequent, we were able to go on some beautiful excursions. The north of Sardinia has a lot to offer in this regard. Right on the first day of our delayed arrival (https://www.unionesarda.it/de/sardinien/enav-flugzeug-von-landebahn-abgekommen-ermittlungen-eingeleitet-schwere-verspatungen-und-fluge-an-die-costa-smeralda-umgeleitet-tgh40g27), we visit the tourist information. My dream of a trip to Alghero bursts like a bubble. The distance is

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The Art Of: Exhibiton of artists from Braunschweig

The Art Of: Exhibiton of artists from Braunschweig

Created in times of Corona, “The Art Of” is entering its fourth round. The format was initiated by the Braunschweig Public Insurance to support regional art and cultural workers in 2021. This Sunday, the fourth season can be admired in the Event Space on Friedrich-Wilhelm-Straße. A great project that unfortunately has a drawback. I only found out about the exhibition

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(Deutsch) Spring Vibes – Pop meets Klassik

(Deutsch) Spring Vibes – Pop meets Klassik

This weekend is dedicated to classical music. On Friday evening, two Ukrainian artists will perform in the Red Hall. They will present piano concerts by Chopin as well as German and Italian songs. The event is also a fundraiser for a good cause. On Saturday evening, it’s showtime again at the Schlaraffen. “Spring Vibes” await us with the German-Swedish opera

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In the House of the Schlaraffen: The Trio Mellounge at a rendezvous

In the House of the Schlaraffen: The Trio Mellounge at a rendezvous

It’s time again for a fun evening in the House of the Schlaraffen. This time the Trio Mellounge is a guest. The Ullmann couple, together with Götz Kampf, takes us back to the time of hits from the 20s, 30s and 60s. With verve and obvious fun singing, the trio entertains the audience in the best possible way. After two

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