To reach Kuhberg, and the princely hunting lodge there, one can either drive or take the train. It is a few hours drive from Gnadenstein, whether one takes the highway or the back roads. Either way, one must eventually come to an old dirt road that leads into the forest, a trip not every car can make. For this reason, many take the train, although it only takes one as far as Forstergrün, a small village that all the express trains pass over.
From there one can embark on a 3 kilometer hike, or get a ride on the "bus,” which is in fact a offroad truck. Still, unless one is invited one will be turned away by the guards keeping watch at Prince's private hunting grounds. Normally open, the area is now closed off. The rumor in Forstergrün is that Ernst Franz has an important guest...
The Prince of Waldmark-Gnadenstein surveyed the forest from his balcony in Jagdschloss Kuhberg. The maples, oaks and beeches were already starting to turn, providing a contrast to the evergreen pines and firs. The fresh air was invigorating and Ernst Franz was in a good mood. He always enjoyed coming here, getting away from it all. Not that he was disconnected, he had a phone here, and the Prime Minister was not afraid to use it.
Still, in moments like these, he could enjoy the bird song and the smell of the forest. He had delegated the preparations for the guests to his niece, Princess Charlotte. The ruler simply closed his eyes and enjoyed the moment.