Simple Pleasures

Sometimes a hot day calls for a lazy day. After breakfast, we wandered north through town to the Innsbruck Hofgarten. It was cool and green, and filled with songbirds and inviting places to sit. We then made our way to a local bus for a trip to the local castle – Schloss Ambras.

The castle was small, as far as castles go, but the collections were incredibly impressive. The Armoury was extensive, but Jen loved the curio collection. Collected centuries ago from across the world, favourite pieces (ignoring ethics about collecting similar things now) included a carved coconut inlayed with gold, golden platters decorated with coral, ivory horns turned musical instrument, finally carved wooden filigree, and much more.

Dave’s favourite collection was the selection of fine glass works, intricately etched or fused. It was remarkable! Other notable items of interest included tile stoves and intricate storage chests with hidden drawers.

After the castle, we bussed back to town and grabbed a quick lunch before returning to the park from this morning. Finding a shady bench beside a fountain, we relaxed and whiled away the afternoon.

A quick trip to the grocery store on our way home got us salad and fruit for dinner, and then an early evening as we have an early train tomorrow.