In Oct 2012, we took a leisurely stroll through Thun, Switzerland. It’s a very picturesque town on the northern end of Lake Thun (30 minutes south of Bern). It is an old city, and boasts not only some original medieval streets, but also a medieval castle overlooking the city!  I’ll let the photos do the talking:

Thun Switzerland

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We’re suckers for covered bridges, and Thun had a very beautiful one!!

Thun Switzerland

Thun Switzerland

Thun Switzerland
Thun Switzerland
Thun Switzerland

We considered whether or not we should leave the girls behind…

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An impromptu photo session helped break up the walking…

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The castle is peaking over the top left of the photo below:

Thun Switzerland

I wish I knew the story of this sunken boat sculpture, but I can only guess!

Thun Switzerland

Medieval castle can again be seen just to the left of the tallest tower:

Thun Switzerland

Maiya forgot how to walk. Again.

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We happened upon an open-air market with many vendors, including vendors selling some second-hand clothes. Since it was cooling down more and more, we let Ella pick out a sweatshirt.

Thun Switzerland

Thun Switzerland

I was tempted to purchase some musical instruments for my parents (both musicians), but since we were on a long-haul trip, souvenirs like this weren’t a luxury we could carry.

Thun Switzerland

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We admired the detail of various buildings and signs:

Thun Switzerland

Thun Switzerland
Thun Switzerland
Thun Switzerland
Thun Switzerland

Ella wore the crown:

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I loved this fire department vehicle:

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I would definitely recommend a stroll through Thun! Is there anywhere in Switzerland that isn’t GORGEOUS?!  Hm…I think not!

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