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Berlin to the Rhein

Armed with his 1913 guide, Michael Portillo travels from Berlin, through the picturesque Harz Mountains and on to Rheingau, renowned for its age-old vineyards.

Michael begins this journey in Berlin, the capital of Germany, which at the beginning of the 20th century was a powerhouse of science and technology. Led by his 1913 railway guide, he then heads west via the picturesque Harz Mountains to the industrial Ruhr Valley to learn how imperial Germany was war ready. He then travels south along the tourist trail of the castle-studded Rhein river and ends his journey in the Rheingau to taste the wines of its age-old vineyards.

59 minutes

Credits

Role Contributor
Presenter Michael Portillo
Producer Michelle Heeley

Broadcasts

Steam Railways

A collection of programmes from the 麻豆社 archives on the beauty of steam locomotives.