Must be time for another Sunday walk down memory lane. A virtual trip to alpine heaven. SWITZERLAND. This one takes us back to 2012, where did those years go.
A family adventure started with a certain young child wanting to try this cool looking drink, available at the train station. I can’t think why he wasn’t allowed it….
The spectacular Aare Gorge is a just under 2km long with a narrow, raised walkway along one side of the vertical cliffs. It lies just a short distance from the infamous Reichenback Falls where Sherlock Holmes fell into the abyss with Moriaty. At times the Gorge narrows to just a few feet wide. All this accompanied by the sound of a deafening river, crashing through the the narrow rock gap below. Definitely not a place for claustrophobics, but definitely an absolute thrill ride. At night it must be a truly terrifying place. Tiny Hawklad absolutely loved it, he was convinced that monsters and sea creatures must live here, sadly he didn’t managed to capture any on his little toy camera. But it’s still a location he talks about today. Maybe soon he can go back again. Let’s hope so.
A Dad trying to cope with the loss of his Partner and becoming a single parent. 
LOL about the drink! Oh gosh! 😂
What a cool adventure! Love that Hawklad still remembers it. And everyone knows monsters are invisible on film. 😉
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That’s a morning breakfast drink right there 🤣🤣🤣
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Haha!! Would make for an interesting day for sure!
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Next time I go back, we are trying it….
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I guess the nearest similar sight to me (but scaled down) is:
https://devilsbridgefalls.co.uk/
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Years back I went climbing near there. Was going to try and see this but sadly never did.
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Unforgettable
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It was an experience. Never seen or heard anything like it.
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Wow! Yea with cannabis! Lol! This place does looks magical!
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I wonder what it tasted like
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You never tried?
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Completely. Need a break.
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Yes, you do.
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Many of us do
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👍🏼
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It’s not Sunday without your pics, Gary.
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xxxxxxx. That made me smile. Are you enjoying the autumn weather…. 😳😳😳😳😳
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Got quite cold here the last two days, been good till then. How about yours?
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Been really cold. First snow in Switzerland last weekend. It’s coming 🤣🤣🤣
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We were enjoying the lovely weather on the hills on Friday, till we ran into a herd of cows and bulls… Then we didn’t enjoy it so much.
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Pesky bulls. But the hills sound awesome. I was reading one of my Munro books yesterday, really wanted to be there. ❤️
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Ahhhhh kids, so innocent, lol
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Thank you ❤️
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Even mention of the word “claustrophobia” makes me shudder . . .
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The bit where you can just about touch the other cliff face even got me.
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Yes, it’s still a bit close. I once got stuck in the reconstruction of a lead mine in the museum at Matlock. Didn’t notice the claustrophobia as the embarrassment blocked it out. 😦
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I struggle when I do those cave visits you can go on.
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A clear sign that we are both sensible people. I mean, who wants to go down a hole when there is so much open space to explore?
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I knew a pot holder at uni. Utter nutter. He would go pot holing but was scared of lifts…..
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🙂 People are strange aren’t they? I’m scared of taking the stairs . . .
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I was a climber but was scared of heights 🤣🤣🤣
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There is a logic to that, as the essence of climbing is not falling off. 🙂
Bungee jumping, on the other hand . . .
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We use to say climbing is about not hitting the ground too hard.
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That is good advice. 🙂
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It was a good call to not give Hawklad the drink. All that sugary ingredients can’t be good for him. 😆
I love that you shared a different side of Switzerland this time, those pictures look claustrophobic indeed but must’ve been so cool to experience. Love the connection to Sherlock Holmes. I knew about the infamous scene but I didn’t realize it was set in Switzerland.
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Must admit having stood next to the falls. Your not surviving that if you fall down it.
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Wonderful pictures of the gorge. I can almost hear the water rushing by. I am sort of claustrophic but I think as long as there is an opening to the sky it’s not so bad. I would want to go back too. You will one day….soon!
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It’s so loud
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I love walking along rivers and creeks and watching how they change their appearance. You picked a fantastic day for that trip. Unfortunately, it is not around the corner but I will put the Aare Gorge on my list!
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It’s so worth it. Plus you can take in a bit of Sherlock Holmes as well. ❤️
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True 😊💖
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❤️
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Wow! Just wow! I am a tad claustrophobic, but that wouldn’t stop me from trying that awesome walk! What wonderful experiences to have had! No wonder Hawklad remembers it and wants to return. I fervently hope you’re able to return – maybe next summer?
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You do feel hemmed in there . Let’s hope ❤️
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❤
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❤️
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Stunning pictures.
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Thank you 🙏
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Heaven sent❤️
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Cracking shots Gary 🙂
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Thank you my friend
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You must have created unforgettable memories right 😍looks so fun
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Thank you 🙏
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wow! Coolness! I hope you can go back real soon, Garry! Xx
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Let’s hope, one day xx
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Bless your heart. I hope your memories bring you some comfort and joy x
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Thank you x
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