On Monday, March 2nd, we travelled by bus and by train from Cherbourg to Wittlich. Léo said, “The journey was very long but it was joyful. I was eager to meet my pen pal.”

On Tuesday, March 3rd, we had a rally to visit Geschwister-Scholl-Gymnasium. Our partners’ school is big and modern. Lola was impressed, “There is a room where students can dance.” We did several activities in the school like comparing the weather in Normandy and in Germany. We also danced a German dance, the Madison and the macarena.

In the afternoon, we visited a goat farm at Gillenfeld. We made goat cheese and tasted it. Roxane explained enthusiastically, “The walk with the goats was my favourite moment.”

On Wednesday, March 4th, we studied and tasted a healthy breakfast at school. Then, we went to the Junior Uni where we did several workshops about sustainability, renewable energies and wild herbs. As Victor explained, “We have learned how to better act to preserve the planet.” As for Kaïs, he remembers the bread and the nettle tea they made.

Then, we enjoyed a hike in the Vulkaneifel park.

On Thursday, March 5th, we attended different classes at Geschwister-Scholl-Gymnasium like French, English, art and physical education. Kaïs said, “I have very fond memories of climbing. It was very though.” We appreciated the teachers’ kindness. We were surprised by the school routine. Indeed, students finish school at around 1 p.m., which means they are free in the afternoon.

On Friday, March 6th, we went to Cologne. First, we visited the chocolate museum, and we discovered how chocolate was made.

Then, we walked in the city centre and we visited the cathedral. Noé was amazed by the cathedral. Auréline admired the stained-glass windows.

Back to Daun, we attended an Erasmus ceremony : we got a diploma. Then, we enjoyed a farewell party.

On Saturday, March 7th, we came back to Cherbourg with so many beautiful memories.
We are now looking forward to hosting our partners from May 18th to May 23rd.