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CBG Travel Diaries 2.10 | Der große Tag in Wien

Welcome to the tenth and final episode from Season 2 of the Coffee Break German Travel Diaries! For the final stop of our trip, we’re in Austria’s capital – Vienna – which offers many spectacular sights. The best part of the trip is still to come as Karl’s big surprise is finally revealed to Birgit!

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CBG Travel Diaires 2.09 | Köstliche Gerichte aus der Region

It’s the penultimate episode of the Coffee Break German Travel Diaries Season 2! As the ship docks in Melk, a small Austrian town on the Danube, Karl and Birgit marvel at the Melk monastery after a relaxing breakfast before tucking into goulash later in the day. Back onboard, plans are all in place and Karl

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CBG Travel Diaries 2.08 | Ein Ruhetag in der Dreiflüssestadt

Welcome back to another episode of the Coffee Break German Travel Diaries Season 2! This time, we’re in Passau on the German-Austrian border – a romantic city on the Danube – surrounded by green hills and colourful houses. Karl manages to hide his nerves as well as a secret purchase while he and Birgit enjoy

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CBG Travel Diaries 2.07 | Ein Regentag in Regensburg

In this episode, Regensburg lives up to its name weather wise but the rain doesn’t stop Karl and Birgit from making the most of their day trip as they explore museums and churches before heading to the magnificent Thurn und Taxis Castle. Karl finally shares details of his big surprise – Das Geheimnis ist gelüftet!

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CBG Travel Diaries 2.06 | Von der Kaiserburg sieht man die ganze Stadt!

It’s time to discover a brand new city in Episode 6 of the Coffee Break German Travel Diaries, Season 2. This time, we’re joining Karl and Birgit in Nuremberg! The couple’s newfound friends join them as they sample some local beer while avoiding the rain after their bus tour and castle visit – all before

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CBG Travel Diaries 2.05 | Mittelalterliches Flair

Welcome back to Season 2 of the Coffee Break German Travel Diaries! We’re halfway through our virtual trip and this time, we’re joining Karl and Birgit at a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the spectacular architecture and half-timbered houses in Bamberg and enjoy a trip on the river in a different kind of boat –

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CBG Travel Diaries 2.04 | Romantische Gassen mit Pflasterstein

In the latest instalment of the Coffee Break German Travel Diaries Season 2, we discover another river – the Main – and a new romantic setting in the cobbled streets of Würzburg in Bavaria. The couple discover what the city has to offer and Karl’s plan takes shape after a trip to the wine cellar.

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CBG Travel Diaries 2.03 | Ausblick am Deutschen Eck

In the latest episode from Season 2 of the Coffee Break German Travel Diaries, Karl and Birgit are waking up in Koblenz, a beautiful city in Rhineland-Palatinate. The couple join their new friends on a cable car trip, high above the Rhine, to The Ehrenbreitstein Fortress before rounding off the day with dinner on deck.

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CBG Travel Diaries 2.02 | Da würde ich so gerne hoch!

We’re back with the second episode of the Coffee Break German Travel Diaries, Season 2. This time, Karl and Birgit see the sites of Cologne and enjoy a view of the city from a modern high-rise building – Ein Blick aus der Höhe! Join hosts Mark and Andrea in this episode and learn some useful

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CBG Travel Diaries 2.01 | Das beste Geschenk, dass man sich wünschen kann

Welcome to Season 2 of the Coffee Break German Travel Diaries! This time, we’re joining Karl, Birgit and friends as they take a river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest, through Germany and Austria to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. Throughout the journey, they’ll sail on 3 rivers through 4 countries and see many cities while

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Abschluss am Bodensee – Coffee Break German Travel Diaries Episode 10

Join us in the final episode for this series of the Coffee Break German Travel Diaries. Karin and her family are back in the camper van, driving the last few kilometres of their memorable 450km trip. As they make it to their last stop in Lindau, Karin reflects on the time she has spent travelling

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Märchenhafte Schlösser – Coffee Break German Travel Diaries Episode 9

Welcome back to the Coffee Break German Travel Diaries, our 10-episode series in which we’re following Karin and her family as they travel through the Alpenstraße with their camper van. This leg of the family’s trip brings them to Neuschwanstein, a fairy tale castle atop a steep hill and a picture perfect setting for this

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Auf der Spitze der Zugspitze – Coffee Break German Travel Diaries Episode 7

The adventures of Karin and her family continue! In Episode 7 of our Coffee Break German Travel Diaries series we hear about Karin and her family’s wonderful day up the Zugspitze, the highest mountain in Germany at 2962m above sea level. As always, Mark and Andrea discuss the interesting language used in Karin’s travel diary

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Ein Sommertag in Garmisch – Coffee Break German Travel Diaries Episode 6

Join Karin and her family in Episode 6 of the Coffee Break German Travel Diaries as they spend a picturesque day in Garmisch-Partenkirchenm, one of the most popular German skiing areas. Although skiing isn’t on the cards for the family, they still have a fantastic, fun-filled day and even make some new friends. As Mark

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Wetter gut, alles gut – Coffee Break German Travel Diaries Episode 5

We’re halfway through our journey along the Deutsche Alpenstraße and this week, we’re joining Karin and her family as they climb to the top of the mountain, Der Herzogstand and enjoy the cable car on the way back down before lunch. As hosts Mark and Andrea discuss Karin’s travel diary entry, they identify and review

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Der Weg ist das Ziel – Coffee Break German Travel Diaries Episode 4

In this week’s episode of the Coffee Break German Travel Diaries, Karin and her family approach the Austrian border. They explore the new area and take in the nature around them before having some family fun on the Sommerrodelnbahn (summer toboggan on metal tracks). Listen out for an example of the pluperfect tense as well

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Von See zu See – Coffee Break German Travel Diaries Episode 3

Join Karin, Johannes, Alex, and Janina in this week’s episode of the Coffee Break German Travel Diaries as they continue their journey through the mountains, taking in the spectacular scenery along the way. In Episode 3, we’re exploring the Wendelstein and the Wasserfall Tatzelwurm before relaxing by the Lagerfeuer (campfire) on the banks of the

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Chiemgauer Alpenidylle – Coffee Break German Travel Diaries Episode 2

We’re back for the second episode of the Coffee Break German Travel Diaries! This time, we’re accompanying Karin and her family on a hiking trip to explore the breathtaking Chiemgauer Alpen (Chiemgau Alps) before heading back on the road to drive towards the beautiful freshwater lake, Chiemsee. Listen out for lots of new vocabulary including

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Los geht’s! – Coffee Break German Travel Diaries Episode 1

Welcome to this brand new series from Coffee Break German for intermediate learners. Following in the footsteps of our recent French and Italian Travel Diaries, we’re now heading to Germany for the Coffee Break German Travel Diaries! Join Karin and her family on their road trip through the Alpenstraße with their Wohnmobil (camper van). In