Only a few short years ago, when I was still young, I could easily sit on a train for 27 hours without getting off once. And shortly thereafter, I did the same again. And then for an incredible 38 hours.

But now I have become old and appreciative of at least a minimum of comfort. Even when I just want to embark on a short train journey to the Baltics, I have to interrupt it in Silesia already. This is all the more true when it is a birthday trip, which unfortunately makes you yet a year older. (Unless you use this trick under international law.)

So I ended up in Wrocław this summer, decided on a stopover and spent two days wandering around the city, aimlessly and unprepared. Since I hadn’t read up on the history this time, I can spare you the long and boring explanations and simply present you with a few photos. The first impression.

Wrocław is a pretty cool city.

An interesting mix of old and new. Lots of culture. Surprisingly little hustle and bustle, especially for the size of the city. I felt very relaxed. So, if any of you live in Wrocław and ever need a cat sitter, please let me know!