Chris,

    I was at Hannover last year, you can get accomodations thru private
individuals. I think they call it "hosts", it is alot cheaper than hotels
(bed and breakfast). As for the food, try the sausages and there pork hocks
plus the local beer brands (lowenbrau etc) . I was able to get parts only at
a local vw dealer(expensive).

Hope this helps.

Steven
82 Westy
----- Original Message -----
From: (Christopher j. Pierce) <VolksMD@AOL.COM>
To: <vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM>
Sent: Thursday, August 26, 1999 4:20 PM
Subject: Germany.. Frankfurt Auto Show.

> I am leaving for Germany in 2 Weeks. For the frankfurt Auto SHow.. Anyone
> else think theyll be there?
> I am wondering if VW And or Porsche will unveil there new SUV.. Could be
> interesting... I also plan on Going to Hannover to see the Westfalia
Factory.
> If anyone has any suggestions on Beer, food, accomodations, salvage yards,
> museums, Shops etc, foir the Northern Germany area would love to hear from
> some of you..
>
> Chris...
> Thanks