Catechismal Gangsters

Last weekend a small group of N-SPICEers took a trip to a little place in Germany called Heidelberg. We rented a Volkswagon Golf (one of the most natorious cars in Germany) and drove five hours to Heidelberg. Well actually I drove because no one else could drive a manual. Anyways, The city of 120,000 boasts a famous peice of CRC history as well as many castles.
The first night we were there we walked around downtown and found out that the city was not only very international, but also very college student orientated. While back in Sioux Center people carry around water bottles, Hiedelbergers carry(and drink) wine or beer when out on the town.
On saturday we woke up early, did a little shopping, and walked up to the Heidelberg Castle. On the way we stopped at a church and went to the top of its tower to check out the view. When we came back down we noticed a Kebap shop across from the church. We hadn't heard of Kebaps before so we decided to give it a go. WOW, it payed off. These tasty little treats are filled with such Heidelberg goodness that an hour after we ate, the whole crew was formally confirmed to be Kabap-Shop-aholics. The view of the castle was nice, but the actual Castle was beyond words. The shear size was more than enough to double any castle that I had seen before. Its tremedous view of the city as well as its rich history makes it an official "Must see" for all Euro-travelers. When we finished at the castle we walked across a bridge to take the Philosophenweg walk. While walking were sidetracked by a sweet toy that held our attention for a good half an hour. Though we did not find our prize at the end of the road (hitlers amphitheatre) it was nice weather and good company.
Sunday we headed out to Neckersteinach to visit four more charming castles. The castles were all within 1 1/2 miles of each other and were truly worth the extra hours. It would be wrong to compare them to the Heidelberg castle, but their serine lanscapes and untouristy atmosphere made them very enjoyable.
Though no one in the city really knew about the catchism, this CRC boy held its significance close to his heart.