Wuppertal

Wuppertal is an old industrial town at the river Wupper and about one hour northeast of Porz. That's were we were visiting some very old friends - and to see the brand new Schwebebahn.
First we had some home made pizza for lunch and then Mia got a quick piano lesson

Then we walked to the next Schwebebahn station

For most of its course it follows the river

We missed the brand new train that is painted in a light blue and has a huge panorama window and the rear

But even the older trains have a nice view from the back which was a favorite spot for younger children

After  all the excitement it was time for a little break - conveniently parts of the Christmas market were still open

We walked back in the dark and had some nice views of the city