Bad Gastein

Bad Gastein

I wrote this a long time ago. You can look at Utsidan.se. Bad Gastein, July 2013: A Hiking Adventure in Austria Last summer, I had the pleasure of spending a fantastic week hiking in the picturesque town of Bad Gastein, Austria. In this detailed account, I share my experiences, photos, and insights to help inspire fellow adventurers who are considering a similar journey. With a perfect blend of nature, culture, and physical challenge, the trip remains one of my most memorable outdoor adventures. Planning and BookingThe trip was organized by STS Alpresor.se and took place in late July 2013. I booked my package well before the end of March, which ensured that I received the full board option. This package, priced at approximately 15,000 SEK, was an all-inclusive deal that covered accommodation, three-course dinners accompanied by an impressive buffet at the historic Hotel Salzburger Hof, and lunches served at mountain huts during the day’s hikes. Additionally, the price included the services of a local mountain guide and transportation by bus, with occasional train or taxi rides as needed. First Impressions and ArrivalOur adventure began on a Saturday morning at 07:30, when we set off…

My first Hedla stay at the neurohabilitation center

My first Hedla stay at the neurohabilitation center

Rehabilitation Diary – My Time in Almuñécar I’m now in the first of three weeks at the rehabilitation center. It’s been a great week – the staff here are incredibly kind and professional. On the very first day, I met with a physiotherapist, a doctor, and a speech therapist. The physiotherapist tested my physical abilities for about 45–60 minutes, followed by a medical consultation, and finally, the speech therapist evaluated my language and speech. There are six of us patients and around 5–6 staff members. All of us except one have brain injuries – the exception being someone with a spinal injury. I still have some difficulties with speech, which is why I work daily with a speech therapist. I've had up to five speech therapy sessions per day, and two physiotherapy sessions. By the evening, I’m completely exhausted. Last weekend, Ole and I took the bus to Almuñécar. At one point we split up – Ingrid and I were curious about the town’s history, while Ole wanted to enjoy some birdwatching and relax at a café. We decided to walk along the coastline instead of waiting for a delayed bus…