Trains, boats and cars - but not in that order

The day of touristing was proving to be a bit tiring, and we were flagging in the heat of the afternoon sun. Mindful of my last trip to Heidelberg last century, when I got heat-stroke and struggled a bit, I suggested a short seat by the river.

But the tourist gene kicked in again, and we opted for a short river cruise, up to the Marriot, and down again. Our boat wasn't quite like this one.

 Then our way was blocked heading back to the town due to the wacky races.

Then, after a quick Currywurst, we took the Bergbahn back up the hill, and walked back to the Hotel.

Climb (down) every mountain

Berg bahn

Eagle-eyed Dave noticed that our castle tickets seemed to include a trip up or down the Bergbahn.  We had cunningly stayed overnight at a hotel near the castle, so now needed to go down the mountain to the town. 

A sloping train.

 Here is a model - I think you get the idea.

 And so to lunch - We wanted Schnitzel, and we got it. Excellent.

And a glass of wine for the lady...  

I was softened up for an afternoon of shopping. 

A glass of wine for the lady

We had a great day in Heidelberg.

Castle - very laid back.

 Quite big on the wine! We merged with an international tour and had a bit of a delay getting this photo, while we waited for 50 selfie sticks.

 

And the views of the town are not bad. 

 

 We actually stopped for a coffee. Let it be noted that we are taking the tourist thing seriously this year.