Cycling along the Mosel River Valley was truly a ride that I will remember and take with me to the grave. The gently winding banks of the Mosel with sloping green valley walls covered in grapes and golden fog is a sight that is not easily forgotten. The ride was on a protected bicycle highway (over 130 km) with tons of other cyclists out to enjoy the beauty of this wine producing region. Flasks of Reisling and counters filled with Schwarzwalder Torte ensured the happiness of all who dared to venture into this territory. (8/14/04)