Feel the history, move to Regensburg!
Located at the confluence of the Regen and Danube rivers in Bavaria, Germany there is a city called Regensburg. The city is also historically called Retisbon and comes from the Latin Castra Regina. It is located in one of the most northern points of the Danube and in the east of the city is the Bavarian Forest.
Regensburg is the capital of the administrative region Upper Palatinate in Bavaria and its large medieval centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
When visiting Regensburg there are some locations where you definitely have to go for you to be able to properly and fully feel the charm of this city and what it offers. One of such places and maybe the most important one is the Dom. The Dom is a grand Cathedral built in a purely Gothic style and it represents the main work of the Gothic architecture in Bavaria. The main building was founded in 1275 and then later completed in 1634. Later on, around the year 1869 towers were added to the cathedral. Numerous captivating monuments can be found inside the Dom inclusive of one of Peter Vischer’s masterpieces. Nearby the cloisters there are two other chapels that date back even further than the cathedral itself. One of the Chapels is even said to date back to the 8th century. The liturgical music at the St. Peter Cathedral is a famous choir named Regensburger Domspatzen.
Another worthy location to visit when you’re there is the stone bridge. The bridge was built starting from the year 1135 and continued until 1146 and even today it is considered as a highlight of medieval bridge building. It was used to cross the Danube River by knight of the second and third crusade, who were on their way to the Holy Land. There are even vestiges of the Roman fortress’ walls which include the Porta Praetoria.
Another beautiful view is offered by the Church of St. James which is also known under the name of Schottenkirche. The church derives its name from the monastery of Irish Benedictines to which it was connected, and its structure is a Romanesque basilica from the 12th century. The Church is located next to the Jakobstor which a medieval city gate and its main doorway is adorned with some unique grotesque carvings that can take your breath away.
During the 13th century, the Transition style was used to build the old parish church of St. Ulrich. The church still houses the diocesan museum which displays rather captivating religious art pieces. The church also has a valuable antiquarian collection.
The church of Obermünster dates back to the 1010 and it is represented by a Romanesque basilica style. In the 13th century, the church of St. Emmeram was built, which is known to be one of the few German churches that has a bell tower detached from the building. The breathtaking cloisters which were once the ancient abbey are still being preserved quite well, considering the abbey is one of the oldest in Germany. The conventual buildings were later on converted into a palace around the year 1809. The palace was for the use of prince of Thurn and Taxis which was a hereditary postmaster-general of the Holy Roman Empire.
Also, near the Regensburg Cathedral, in 1610 the Adler-Apotheke was founded which is one of the oldest Pharmacies in Regensburg. It is adorned with ancient interior and historical vessels even to this day.
Back in the days, wealthy patrician families made it a contest among themselves to see who could build the highest tower in the city, and as a result the Goldener Turm was built in 1260 on Wahlenstraße.
Other interesting places to visit while in the city are the Town Hall which still contains the rooms used by the Imperial diet from 1663 to 1806, also the Gasthof zum Goldenen Kreuz has an historic interest because that is where Charles V first meet Barbara Blomberg which was the mother of Don John of Austria.
There is also the villa built in Gothic style on the banks of Danube River, and which is considered to be one of the most pleasant modern buildings in Regensburg and which was used by the king of Bavaria.
There are some note-worthy public institutions such as the public library, the botanical garden, the picture gallery and even the institute for the production of stained glass. The city also has an Episcopal clerical seminary, the University of Regensburg and a school of church music. On the university campus there is the Botanischer Garten der Universität Regensburg which is a modern botanical garden. There are also several other smaller botanical gardens in the municipal park Herzogspark.
Ludwig I of Bavaria built two grand Classical buildings near Regensburg as monuments for the German patriotism and greatness. One of the two is an expensive reproduction of the Partheon, built to serve as a Teutonic temple of fame and it is called Walhalla. The building stands on a hill uphill from the Danube River at Donaustauf. Its interior stands out because of its gilding, coloured marble and sculptures. It even contains the busts of Germanic worthies hundreds in number or even more. The other building built by king Ludwig I of Bavaria is the Befreiungshalle located at Kelheim above Regensburg. The building is large and circular and the purpose it serves is to glorify the heroes of the 1813 War of Liberation.
Many passed through the city and Regensburg flourished under the firm hand of historic events leading to a highly interesting place to spend your time at. If you’ve ever visited Regensburg you would know that the charm it exudes makes you unwilling to part. And now you don’t have to, because we are here to help you properly move to Regensburg.
Europe Remove is specialised in Removals to Germany with door to door deliveries. We offer Storage and Removal Services at attractive prices and will ensure your moving will take place as a fast paced and secure operation.
We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as Storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly Qualified Professionals Removers. You can even leave the Packing to us. We will make sure everything will be Packed Securely with only the best Packing Supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our Free Quote service.
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Moving to Pays de la Loire
Pays de la Loire has been created at the end of the 20th century as a zone of influence for Nantes which is its capital. Nanetes is what some would call a “balancing metropolis”. The region Pays de la Loire was created artificially especially to be of use to Nanetes, just as Rhone-Alpes was created for Lyon.
Pays de la Loire is composed of several historical provinces as Wikipedia states:
The name of the region Pays de la Loire was choose as a result of the geographical position it occupies, and it can be translated as Lands of the Loire River.
Many famous castles of the Loire Valley are situated in the Centre region unlike what the names states. These actually are a representation of the great monuments such as the castles of Mayenne, Angers, Laval, and maybe the most famous one the Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne in Nantes.
So if you ever want to move to Pays-de-la Loire you can’t go wrong with us!
We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as Storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly Qualified Professionals Removers.
You can even leave the Packing to us. We will make sure everything will be Packed Securely with only the best Packing Supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our Free Quote service.
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Moving to Martinique
Martinique is one of the Windward Islands that are part of the Lesser Antilles, an archipelago in the eastern part of the Caribbean Sea. Having been settled by French colonists as early as 1635, the island has also seen its share of British occupation, but eventually became a French territory, as acknowledged through the 1946 vote of the French National Assembly that established Martinique as one of the Overseas Department of France, part and parcel of the French Republic. As such, its entire land area of 1,128 km2 is considered to be part of the European Union, with its official currency, the Euro, being used there.
Administratively, the island of Martinique, just like that of Guadeloupe, consists of only one department, further subdivided into four arrondissements. It is rather scarcely populated, a 2007 estimate indicating a total of about 403 thousand inhabitants, with an additional 260 thousand people believed to be living in continental France, concentrated mainly in and around Paris.
From a cultural point of view the island of Martinique is a very lively melting-pot that brings together people of several different ethnicities and even dialects, the consequence of its rather turbulent history, which included being used as a place of exile for French Huguenots, several stints of British occupation, and the application of the rather enlightened Black Code, a 1685 law that established certain limitations for slave-owners and certain rights for black people. To this day, most of the population of the island is composed of descendants of African populations brought here forcefully as slaves, with the white population accounting for only 5% of the total number.
Much like the neighbouring islands of St. Lucia, Barbados and Dominica, Martinique has a rather mountainous landscape, with its most impressive peaks concentrated mainly in the north. In fact, the island itself is the result of high volcanic activity that started over 400 thousand years ago. The highest altitude on the island is reached on Mont Pelée, an active volcano that last erupted catastrophically in 1902. While the north is dramatically mountainous and covered by lush rainforests, the south often attracts tourists with the lure of its white sand beaches, numerous facilities that allow visitors to try the local cuisine, as well as an overall ease of travel.
We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as Storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly Qualified Professionals Removers.
You can even leave the Packing to us. We will make sure everything will be Packed Securely with only the best Packing Supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our Free Quote service.
You can contact us for any questions you might have. +44 020 3150 2668
Author: Bartosz Wietrzyk
Moving to Regensburg
Feel the history, move to Regensburg!
Located at the confluence of the Regen and Danube rivers in Bavaria, Germany there is a city called Regensburg. The city is also historically called Retisbon and comes from the Latin Castra Regina. It is located in one of the most northern points of the Danube and in the east of the city is the Bavarian Forest.
Regensburg is the capital of the administrative region Upper Palatinate in Bavaria and its large medieval centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
When visiting Regensburg there are some locations where you definitely have to go for you to be able to properly and fully feel the charm of this city and what it offers. One of such places and maybe the most important one is the Dom. The Dom is a grand Cathedral built in a purely Gothic style and it represents the main work of the Gothic architecture in Bavaria. The main building was founded in 1275 and then later completed in 1634. Later on, around the year 1869 towers were added to the cathedral. Numerous captivating monuments can be found inside the Dom inclusive of one of Peter Vischer’s masterpieces. Nearby the cloisters there are two other chapels that date back even further than the cathedral itself. One of the Chapels is even said to date back to the 8th century. The liturgical music at the St. Peter Cathedral is a famous choir named Regensburger Domspatzen.
Another worthy location to visit when you’re there is the stone bridge. The bridge was built starting from the year 1135 and continued until 1146 and even today it is considered as a highlight of medieval bridge building. It was used to cross the Danube River by knight of the second and third crusade, who were on their way to the Holy Land. There are even vestiges of the Roman fortress’ walls which include the Porta Praetoria.
Another beautiful view is offered by the Church of St. James which is also known under the name of Schottenkirche. The church derives its name from the monastery of Irish Benedictines to which it was connected, and its structure is a Romanesque basilica from the 12th century. The Church is located next to the Jakobstor which a medieval city gate and its main doorway is adorned with some unique grotesque carvings that can take your breath away.
During the 13th century, the Transition style was used to build the old parish church of St. Ulrich. The church still houses the diocesan museum which displays rather captivating religious art pieces. The church also has a valuable antiquarian collection.
The church of Obermünster dates back to the 1010 and it is represented by a Romanesque basilica style. In the 13th century, the church of St. Emmeram was built, which is known to be one of the few German churches that has a bell tower detached from the building. The breathtaking cloisters which were once the ancient abbey are still being preserved quite well, considering the abbey is one of the oldest in Germany. The conventual buildings were later on converted into a palace around the year 1809. The palace was for the use of prince of Thurn and Taxis which was a hereditary postmaster-general of the Holy Roman Empire.
Also, near the Regensburg Cathedral, in 1610 the Adler-Apotheke was founded which is one of the oldest Pharmacies in Regensburg. It is adorned with ancient interior and historical vessels even to this day.
Back in the days, wealthy patrician families made it a contest among themselves to see who could build the highest tower in the city, and as a result the Goldener Turm was built in 1260 on Wahlenstraße.
Other interesting places to visit while in the city are the Town Hall which still contains the rooms used by the Imperial diet from 1663 to 1806, also the Gasthof zum Goldenen Kreuz has an historic interest because that is where Charles V first meet Barbara Blomberg which was the mother of Don John of Austria.
There is also the villa built in Gothic style on the banks of Danube River, and which is considered to be one of the most pleasant modern buildings in Regensburg and which was used by the king of Bavaria.
There are some note-worthy public institutions such as the public library, the botanical garden, the picture gallery and even the institute for the production of stained glass. The city also has an Episcopal clerical seminary, the University of Regensburg and a school of church music. On the university campus there is the Botanischer Garten der Universität Regensburg which is a modern botanical garden. There are also several other smaller botanical gardens in the municipal park Herzogspark.
Ludwig I of Bavaria built two grand Classical buildings near Regensburg as monuments for the German patriotism and greatness. One of the two is an expensive reproduction of the Partheon, built to serve as a Teutonic temple of fame and it is called Walhalla. The building stands on a hill uphill from the Danube River at Donaustauf. Its interior stands out because of its gilding, coloured marble and sculptures. It even contains the busts of Germanic worthies hundreds in number or even more. The other building built by king Ludwig I of Bavaria is the Befreiungshalle located at Kelheim above Regensburg. The building is large and circular and the purpose it serves is to glorify the heroes of the 1813 War of Liberation.
Many passed through the city and Regensburg flourished under the firm hand of historic events leading to a highly interesting place to spend your time at. If you’ve ever visited Regensburg you would know that the charm it exudes makes you unwilling to part. And now you don’t have to, because we are here to help you properly move to Regensburg.
We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as Storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly Qualified Professionals Removers. You can even leave the Packing to us. We will make sure everything will be Packed Securely with only the best Packing Supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our Free Quote service.
You can contact us for any questions you might have. +44 020 3150 2668
Scouting Ahead First? A Quick Guide to European Health Coverage
Moving to Germany, moving to Holland, or just moving down the road – scouting ahead and taking every step to happily conclude your decision to move is the right one is an obvious course to all folks considering a big move.
Moving to the next town? Pop over and take a look easily. Relocating to Germany? Well… you can’t exactly get here using local public transport! A trip to see your potential new abode is a great idea. However, a lot of our clients are a little unsure as to what healthcare provisions to make for their trip (Do we need health insurance? Are we covered in France? Germany? Luxemburg?)
From 2006, the traditional E111 form was gradually phased out of use and is no longer valid. Its replacement – the EHIC card (sometimes known as the EU Health Card) – is free, available via application form (online at www.ehic.org.uk or via the Post Office) and represents the new standard emergency health necessity for all those travelling in Europe. Every person (including children) should have their own card. You MUST reapply for the EHIC card whether or not you still carry the E111 form.
EHIC cover is not a substitute for comprehensive travel insurance. Coverage doesn’t extend to repatriation or losses due to being the victim of a natural disaster or crime. The card only entitles the bearer to free or low cost emergency healthcare within EEA (Europe Economic Area) countries.
So, moving to Holland? We heartily recommend a well-insured, safe research trip to all!
Crossing the Channel
It was once the case that where the English channel is now, Britain and France where actually connected by a landmass; therefore we were once essentially one nation. This makes the decision to emigrate to France seem especially sensible, and it is still the case that we and the French share a lot in common, which should make moving to France not too daunting!
Anyone moving to France will immediately realise that whilst there are some obvious cultural differences, there is enough in common between France and England that moving shouldn’t be too much of a hassle. For example, you’ll find all of the high street stores, pretty much all of the food you know and love from England.
The proximity of France also means that if you ever do grow to miss the little idiosyncrasies of Grand Bretagne, you’re never a couple of hours away by Eurostar. This means that it is both practically and financially viable to have the odd weekend visiting your homeland – it’s just like the two nations are linked again!
Of course the beauty of moving to a different nation is that as well as the comforting similarities with your homeland, there is also a wealth of new culture and new experiences on offer. Anyone relocating to France in particular will be greeted by lots of wonderful cultural traits, such as world class art galleries and of course the food!
Advice for an Emigre in France
France and England have had a stormy relationship in recent centuries; however, like quarrelling brothers, we know how to make up! Nowadays we enjoy a particularly strong relationship, and cultural solidarity. However, differences still exist between the two nations; therefore moving to France can be a little complicated at times!
Perhaps the most pertinent difference that anyone moving to France will notice is that it is a culture that is pretty much obsessed with legislation; therefore purchasing a property over there can be a lot more difficult than it would be in the UK. This is confounded by the language barrier; therefore it might be a good idea to seek the aid of a translator – or better yet, learn the language! On a related point you should ensure you keep a copy of all of your paperwork, or anything that looks as though it might be important!
While there is a lot of cultural similarity between England and France, there is still bound to be a bit of a culture shock for anybody moving to France. For example, drinking habits are a little different in France, with alcohol being consumed mainly during meals. Of course encountering the idiosyncrasies of a new culture is one of the best things about relocating to a brand-new country; therefore you should take pleasure in getting involved in your new community, and sampling local fare etc.
Moving to Arnhem
Arnhem is one of the largest cities in the eastern half of Netherlands, also serving, from an administrative point of view, as capital to the history-laden province of Gelderland. Its history was one of fast and impressive development, partly due to the fact that it has two rivers crossing through it: Nederrijn and Sint-Jansbeek. The population itself contributed to said development and the numbers didn’t lag behind, so that, today, the city counts about 150,000 inhabitants, according to a January-1st-2012 estimate. That number, though, accounts for less than a quarter of the total number of residents in the metropolitan area Arnhem-Nijmegen that the city of Arnhem is part of.
And speaking of history-laden places, the city of Arnhem, first recorded as early as 893 under such names as Arneym or Arentheym, is certainly no stranger to them. With traces of human inhabitation going back in time even further, it would be safe to say the city is actually of ancient origins, or even older, considering that the most impressive archaeological finds date from the stone age, making what is today Arnhem the likely residence of Neanderthal humans.
And from that point onward the history of the town has had many episodes worth mentioning, starting with its establishment as a full-fledged city, back in 1233 and ending with the famous battle of Arnhem in September 1944. Said battle is a landmark of both the city’s history and its culture, as, in addition to being officially commemorated every year on September 17th, it was also skilfully dramatized in the highly-acclaimed, award-winning 1977 film A Bridge Too Far.
Still, history is by no means the only point of attraction in this charming town turned glamorous city. As early as the XIX century, Arnhem had earned the reputation of a peaceful, quiet, and altogether idyllic place of retirement or holiday, appropriately dubbed “The Little Hague of the East”. In addition to its regular population, the place was also home to rich people, most of which had earned their fortunes either from trading sugar or from having had plantations in the Indies. When such people decided to make Arnhem their home, naturally they contributed to its development and prosperity, visible even today in such contrasting aspects as the abundance of parks and green areas versus the pronounced urbanization of its northern part, a feat that is rather rare in the Netherlands.
Similar contrasts also occur with the most important tourist attractions in the town. Some of them are vestiges of the city’s history and have retained only some of their former glory, whereas others are displays of an open-minded attitude combining with state-of-the-art technology. The former includes the XVI century St Eusebius church and the house of Maarten van Rossum, currently serving as town hall. The later category boasts such items as the Netherlands Open Air Museum, the Burgers’ Zoo, and the Gelredome, a football stadium that ended up serving as a model for other cities too, both in Europe and the US.
Thinking of moving to Arnhem? Don’t hesitate any more! We can help!
We provide a cost effective and reliable service to you. Be it a small or a large number of boxes that needs moving, we can arrange collection of your belongings and relocation, as well as Storage, all only under the best conditions and with highly Qualified Professionals Removers. You can even leave the Packing to us. We will make sure everything will be Packed Securely with only the best Packing Supplies available. If you’re not convinced just use our Free Quote service.
You can contact us for any questions you might have. +44 020 3150 2668
Author: Robert221
Belgium – Truly Cosmopolitan
Europe is a world leader for its cultural diversity, and this is in part thanks to a long history of immigration between nations; however, some parts of Europe are particularly cosmopolitan – and a nation such as Belgium is uniquely so, thanks to its rich diversity of cultures and languages.
One of the reasons why Belgium is so culturally rich is due to the diversity of official languages, and associated cultural input. Anyone moving to Belgium will immediately notice that there is no single dominant language and Dutch, French and German are spoken and taught in schools as official languages.
To confound the matter there are also loads of minority languages spoken there as well, including “Walloon“ and even Yiddish. This prevalence of diverse languages in the nation might seem daunting to anyone moving to Belgium from the UK, maybe with nothing more than a bit of GCSE French to go on, however, instead, it should comfort the British emigre that Belgium is so welcoming of immigrants to the nation.
As well as a diversity of languages, Belgium enjoys a truly unique culture; and the cuisine of Belgium, for example, greatly benefits from a variety of cultural influences; and in particular there is a strong influence from French cooking styles – which can only be a good thing!
So, whilst Belgium mightn’t be the top of your list for European destinations, moving to Belgium could be the portal onto a truly satisfying life – amongst one of the most special and diverse cultures on the planet!
Things You Should Know Before Moving to France
France is one of the world’s most beautiful countries, with stunning scenery, thriving cities and friendly village communities. If you’ve made the decision to make the move to France then you’re at the beginning of an exciting journey. But, even though it’s extremely exciting, moving to a foreign country takes a lot of preparation. Here’s what you should know before moving to France.
• Before moving to France, you should spend some time in the area you wish to live in. Take some time to explore the local area, look into local amenities, and investigate the public transport routes. This will make settling in much easier when you do move.
• Relocating to France requires a lot of paperwork, and you will need to show a lot of official documents. These may include your birth certificate, passport, drivers licence, bank details and payroll slips. The more documents you have, the smoother your move will be.
• Plan to have your possessions moved to France as early as possible. Choose a company that has a lot of experience in performing furniture removals to France and who are up to date on the laws and regulations to do with moving furniture internationally.
• When you move to France, every item you take with you has to go through customs and be declared. You will need an inventory of all your possessions in both French and English, a document verifying that your items are for personal use and receipts for all your more expensive items.
Let’s Go Dutch!
So, you’re moving to Holland. At European Removal Experts, we applaud your decision! Whether you are moving to Holland to experience the unique culture, to immerse yourself in the world-famous Dutch electronic dance scene, to be able to attend every Ajax home match or because of a more commercial yet equally positive reason such as joining a new job, meeting a friend or setting up a new business, European Removal Experts are your best choice for the safe and secure removal of all of your important furniture, documents, electronic equipment and household items.
We have vans and trucks with various storage capacities, so no matter how many of your possessions are winging their way over to Holland, you can rest assured that our highly-trained staff and fully insured vehicles will ensure that they arrive safely. We can imagine that there are many benefits in relocating to Holland: a more relaxed and stimulating culture perhaps, a vibrant arts scene and some beautiful natural scenery. Whatever your reason go for moving to Holland, European Removal Experts can guarantee that our professional service will allow you to make a smooth transition and blend seamlessly into the fabulous Dutch culture.
Here at Europe we wish you every luck in your new life, country and home. However, we understand how daunting moving home can be and we aim to make this process as simple for you as possible. So, please phone us for friendly advice and an instant quote today, and let’s all go Dutch with European Removal Experts!