Trains, Trails & Turtle Bread

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Switzerland gave us cable cars, blue lakes, waterfalls, mountain playgrounds, turtle-shaped bread, and an impressive streak of narrowly missed transportation. Fortunately, there was usually chocolate nearby.

Riesling Scoops & Rhine Falls

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We biked through medieval towns and the Black Forest, chased down help for Coons’ ear, crossed into Switzerland, and learned that even a giant waterfall is no match for two tired kids. There was also gelato. There is always gelato.

Romans, Riesling & Bungee Cords

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We biked through Roman history and Moselle wine country, launched Teacher Mommy’s classroom, and held a child’s bike seat together with bungee cords. The kids added gladiator gear, brave seafood tasting, new friends, and plenty of playgrounds.

Horses, Helmets & Canal Boats

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We pedaled through the Netherlands, bought the family two e-bikes, cruised Amsterdam’s canals, and discovered that horses make terrible upstairs neighbors. The kids made friends everywhere, ate plenty of ice cream, and somehow stayed up later than we did.

Castles, Critters & Croquettes

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We climbed a Belgian castle, walked our legs off among pandas and polar bears, learned far more than expected about French fries, and crossed into the Netherlands. The kids mostly cared about stuffies, candy, swimming pools, and whether the next campground had a playground.