Jan-Lukas Else

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Today, I did my longest bike tour this year so far. I went north to a lake in a neighboring district, mostly following the Weser-Harz-Heide route, which I already partly followed on my journey from Kassel to Braunschweig last year. There I sat down on a bench for half an hour and then returned. I had plenty of headwinds on the way there and a bit of tailwind on the way back, although the wind was mostly from the side. This time, I luckily did not mess up the OsmAnd tracking. Despite the wind, it was a lot of fun!



AI generated caption: River flanked by dense green trees.



AI generated caption: Windmill in green field under cloudy sky



AI generated caption: Calm lake with cloudy sky and shoreline.

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Yesterday, before our second (and last) move today, I took the opportunity to take a relaxing ride on my bike along my running route from some years ago and enjoy the nature.

It’s a bit sad that I can’t run anymore without getting pain in my knee, but riding the bike is also fun and gentler on the joints.

On Wednesday, I will hand over the flat and then the time with two flats to manage is finally over! More time to bike! 😄



AI generated caption: Calm lake surrounded by trees.



AI generated caption: "Pathway through a lush, green forest."



AI generated caption: Wooden dock extending into calm water, surrounded by trees.

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New bike season

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Yesterday, I started my new bike season and took my bike for a fun ride of about 25 km. I rode the first part of the “Städtepartnerschaftsradweg Braunschweig - Magdeburg” (City partnership cycle path Braunschweig - Magdeburg) between my hometown and a village called Königslutter. The weather was perfect and I truly enjoyed it. For the way back, I took the train that I reached just in time.

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I visited this place four years ago, but today my family and I went to the Todtnau Waterfall again. This time there’s a new suspension bridge from which you can see the waterfall from above and get an even better view of the valley in the black forest.

I was also happy to be able to wear my hat and sunglasses again (sun, almost blue sky and 20 °C!) and record the walk with OsmAnd.



AI generated caption: Aerial view of a waterfall amid forested landscape.



AI generated caption: Waterfall cascading down a rocky, moss-covered hillside.



AI generated caption: A scenic view of a valley with roads and forests.

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Enjoying the nice weather, my monthly review will be a little late. 🌷



AI generated caption: Cherry blossoms in full bloom in a serene park setting.



AI generated caption: Fountain with surrounding trees and sunlight in a park setting.

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📍 Südstadt, Kassel, Hesse, Germany

Part 1 of the move (Kassel to Braunschweig) is complete. Today we dropped off the van, handed over the apartment, and took the opportunity to take one last walk through the nearby park and nature. Part 2 (second home to new primary residence) will follow soon.



AI generated caption: Park with open green fields and historic building in the distance.

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📍 Südstadt, Kassel, Hesse, Germany

I did not want to miss the chance to take one (maybe) last picture of this beautiful symmetrical view.



AI generated caption: A long canal lined with bare trees reflects the sky.

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📍 Mitte, Kassel, Hesse, Germany

Just a few more days before I leave Kassel after two and a half years. Feeling grateful for everything this city has given me and excited for what’s ahead!



AI generated caption: Sunset view over a town with trees in the foreground.

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📍 Nordshausen, Kassel, Hesse, Germany

Even though it’s a bit cold and muddy outside, today, while we’re still living in Kassel, we took the opportunity to take another look at the city from above. This time from the Bismarck Tower.

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Hiking in the Alps!

Yesterday, we returned from a 5-day vacation in the Bavarian Alps, and it was absolutely wonderful!

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Jan-Lukas Else