Travel off the beaten track and experience

(This post contains affiliate links, for more information read this  privacy policy ) School systems can differ drastically between different countries but you might not often be aware of how many differences there can actually be. As I have had the privilege of going to school in more than one country, I thought it would be an interesting post to compare my experience of the two different types of schools and just how many differences there are. So here is a list of 25 differences between German and American High Schools. Of course there are also lots of differences between the schools in different counties or states within a certain country and I certainly can’t speak for that. Disclaimer: Please keep in mind that this post is mostly based on my own personal experiences, studying in Baden-Württemberg, Germany and Ooltewah, Tennessee. Of course, these points will probably not apply to all schools out there and some things might be different...

Perched high on the hill over the Moselle River in the picturesque town of Cochem is the beautiful Reichsburg Cochem Castle. Over 100 meters (300ft) above the river surrounded by sloping vineyards the castle is among one of the most picture-perfect of all the castles in Germany. To accompany the beautiful surroundings, the castle has an interesting past and vibrant story dating back nearly 1,000 years. We visited in the late fall and were blown away by the beauty of the area and the castle. In late October the hills flanking both sides of the river were covered in grapevines that had turned bright yellow as they prepared for winter. While Cochem Castle wasn’t at the very top of our must-visit castles in Germany list nor is on Germany’s Romantic Road, it quickly became one of our favorites. Please note you may also see it referred to as Burg Cochem. Here’s everything you need to know when planning a visit to Cochem Castle in Germany. *When looking for the best pri...