Day 3 was a full one. We took a bus ride out to Nuremberg in the morning, which was about two hours from Augsburg. I was honestly just expecting a regular city visit, but Nuremberg surprised me right away. It had this blend of old-world charm and energy that made it feel different from anywhere else we’ve been so far.

Once we got there, we met up with a tour guide who walked us through the older parts of the city. Even though I was still a little tired from the week catching up to me, I couldn’t help but pay attention—everything around us looked like it came out of a storybook. There were small details everywhere, like statues, fountains, and old stone buildings that clearly had history behind them. You could tell the city has been through a lot, but instead of hiding that, they wear it proudly. That part really stuck with me.

We climbed up to this huge castle that overlooked the entire city. The view from the top was unreal—you could see rooftops for miles. It made me realize how different life must have been back then, building something like that without modern tools, and how important it is that they’ve kept it standing.

After lunch, we shifted gears completely and toured the MAN factory. Walking in, it was a totally different world. Everything was spotless and perfectly organized. I’ve never seen an industrial space like that—robots were moving around like clockwork, and everything felt super advanced. We learned how they build massive engines and ship them out on demand, sometimes in less than two days. That kind of efficiency blew me away. Seeing a factory where engines were actually being made was a dream of mine since I was a kid, and seeing it for the first time was an amazing experience. Something I didn’t expect was how much attention they give to the people working there. Everything was relaxed and felt easy—it all felt designed to help the employees do their jobs well without burning out. It gave me a new perspective on what good operations and workplace culture can look like.

By the time we got back to Augsburg, it had been a long day, but one that had a bit of everything—old stories, new technology, and a whole lot of walking. Definitely one of the most well-rounded and eye-opening days we’ve had yet.