European Stars and Stripes (Newspaper) - August 29, 1991, Darmstadt, Hesse                                A room in the Franzische Schweiz museum in tic Hersfeldt is filled with country furnishings crafts and clothes. A amps photos by Effie Batman this whimsical character doubles As decoration and a door handle at the gos Weinstein Cathedral. Sets map ttavelers1 tip one of the Many bizarre Rock formations in the area towers Over the museum at tic Hersfeldt. To reach the Franzische Schweiz from Central Germany take autobahn 3 toward Nurnberg then Highway 73 North toward Bamberg. Exit at Lorchheim Sud other exits were blocked by construction in mid August. Follow signs to Franzische Schweiz and Highway 470. From autobahn 9 North of Nurnberg take the exit for Highway 470 toward Rottenstein. The area is Well known among germans but Little English is spoken. Still bits and pieces of brochures Are in English and the Beautiful landscape needs no translation. The area is crowded on sunday afternoons when a germans flock to the area for their weekend strolls. Fry to avoid being on Highway 470 at that time. A country Church services Are a simple Way to enjoy local music and culture and visitors Are usually welcomed. When entering a Village watch for the signs posting the times and services. Or listen for the Bells ringing on sunday mornings a a Large information Center for the franconian area is at the Spessars rest Stop on autobahn 3. Free brochures and maps Are available some of the information is in English. The Central tourist and booking office for the Franzische Schweiz is at Oberes Tor 1, 8553 Ebermann Stadt Telephone 09194-8101. Vacation packages and rooms in private Homes Are often offered. Most villages have colourful festivals in the Spring and the fall. Brochures and booking information is free. A the Franzische Schweiz museum at tic Hersfeldt is open 10 . To 5 . Tuesdays through sundays april through october. In the wintertime the museum is open 1 30-5 . Sundays and 1 30-3 30 . Tuesdays and thursdays. The Entrance fee for adults is i Marks about $1.70less for children and groups. A Effi Bathen August 29, 1991 stripes Magazine