After the publication of Noli, Rizal planned to visit the important places in Europe. Dr.

Maximo
Viola agreed to be his traveling companion. Rizal received Pacianos remittance of P1000 which
forward by Juan Luna from Paris and immediately paid his debt to Viola which he loaned so that
the Noli could be printed. First, he and Viola visited Potsdam, a city near Berlin.

Tour Begins
At the dawn of May 11, 1887, Rizal and Viola, two browned-skinned doctors on aroaming spree,
left Berlin by train. Spring was an ideal season for travel. Their destination was inDresden, ³one
of the best cities in Germany´.

Dresden
Rizal and Viola tarried for sometimes in Dresden. They visited Dr. Adolph B. Meyer, who was
overjoyed to see them. In the Museum of Art, Rizal was deeply impressed by painting of
Prometheus Bound´. They also meet Dr. Jagor and heard there plan about Leitmeritz in order to
see Blumentritt. He advice to wire Blumentritt because the old professor might be shock of their
visit.

First Meeting with Blumentritt

At 1:30 pm of May 15, 1887 the train arrived at the railroad station of Leitmeritz. Professor
Blumentritt was at the station carrying a pencil sketch of Rizal which he sent to identify his friend.
Blumentritt get a room at Hotel Krebs, after which he bought them to hi s house and stayed
Leitmeritz May 13 to 14 1887.

Beautiful Memories at Leitmeritz

They enjoyed hospitality of Blumentritt family. The professor’s wife, Rosa, was a goodcook. She
prepared Austrian dishes which Rizal’s liked very much. Blumentritt proved to be a great tourist
as well as hospitable host. He showed the scenic and historical spots of Leitmeritz to his visitors.
The Burgomaster (town mayor) was also amazed by Rizal’s privileged talent´

Prague
Rizal and Viola visited the historic city of Prague. They carried letters of recommendation from
Blumentritt to Dr. Wilkom, professor in University of Prague. Rizal and Viola visited the Tomb of
Copernicus´

Vienna
May 20 they arrived at Vienna capital of Austria-Hungary. They met Norfenfals, one of the
greatest novelist iun that time. They stayed at Hotel Metropole. They also meet two goodfriends
of Blumentritt - Masner Nordman and Austrian scholars.

Danubian Voyage to Lintz

May 24, Rizal and Viola left Vienna on a river boat too se beautiful sights of Danube River. As
they travelled along the famous river, Rizal observed keenly river sights.