Well, I'm a bit of a nerd/geek, which started with a big interest in computers and electrical stuff. Although this evolved to my profession (kind of), I've explored and maintained quite a few non-technical hobbies over the years, e.g. wine making, cooking, baking, swimming (lifeguard), boating, martial arts, dancing, trail running, slacklining, windsurfing, ...so, many topics to talk about ;-)

Most of all, however, I'm an avid rock climber who also takes interest in (ski) mountaineering, hiking and alpine climbing. I take my main motivation for traveling from such outdoor activities.

I tend to do/learn/understand things pretty thoroughly and like to get/keep a clear and structured, open mind. Nevertheless, I'm pretty easy going and like an occasional beer/drink.

I've been living in shared apartments for over ten years now.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

It's inspiring to meet new and interesting people. I'm not very much into the typical touristy activities. In my experience, you get a much deeper and easier understanding of a new place when you talk to locals that usually provide invaluable insights.

Interests

• music festivals
• cooking
• beer
• movies
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• camping
• mountaineering
• rock climbing
• nature
• climbing
• programming
• vegetarian cooking
• vanlife

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: mostly rock, metal, alternative, ska, a bit of jazz
Movies: pretty wide spectrum
Books: not too much, mostly technical literature

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

There are certainly things I've done that somebody might consider "amazing" but I rather think the little/daily things we do shall make our life amazing.

Teach, Learn, Share

computer/progamming skills, rock climbing (I'm a certified instructor in Germany)

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, China, France, Ireland, Italy, Norway, Slovenia, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Germany