Re: Lenses Needed for Rhine River Cruise?

john chapman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

> For those who address the photo aspects, can you give me some idea how
> wide the rivers are at various points?

The Rhine is about 400 to 600 yards wide, somewhat narrower in the
Southern part of your journey until around Bonn. This is the more
interesting part (castles, vineyards etc.). In this section, the river
mostly flows in a rather deep valley so your objects are rarely more
than a mile away, often much less. Beyond Bonn, the valley widens and
turns into an open plain by the time you reach Cologne. The country is
flatter and the landscape is more industrialised.

The Mosel is a mere 200 to 300 yards wide and also flows in a deep and
narrow valley, so nothing much beyond a mile or two there, either.

> I have visions of sitting on deck leisurely taking photos of castles and the
> like as we drift by.

On deck? You mean outside? In a few weeks from now....?!? 

You might want to have a look at this:

http://www.weatheronline.co.uk/Germany.htm

Whatever lenses you chose, bring warm cloathing and do enjoy your visit.

Ralf

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