The Kalte Quelle is a small, friendly place on the banks of the Main. Guests are more than welcome to take a plunge (‘at own risk’) in the river. This narrow, unassuming sliver of water looked inoccuous enough until a huge tanker came rumbling down it, sending waves crashing to the banks then back out into the river. Narrow but deep, then.
But very beautiful, with vineyards rising on the hills behind it, tucked away, quiet and, when we were there at least, bathed in sunshine. As journey ends go, not bad at all.
All that remained in the morning was to check out and head back. Remagen. Rain. Reality.
