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Solitary forests, deep gorges, wild waterfalls, secluded alpine lakes – the Black Forest is more than Cuckoo Clocks, Bollenhüte, and the world-famous Black Forest gateau. Despite its name, the Black Forest is anything but dark. Look beyond the clichés, and you’ll discover a vibrant holiday destination, complete with award-winning gin and sun-kissed wines. One thing remains true: it’s undeniably romantic.
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Visit world-class museums, go cycling, relax in mineral-rich hot pools, or indulge in gourmet dining. Venture beyond Stuttgart’s city center to Esslingen, a medieval gem with 1,200 years of history, or Ludwigsburg, home to Germany’s largest baroque palace. In and around the capital of Baden-Württemberg, you’ll uncover countless wonders.
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Swim, sail, and surf – Lake Constance is the place to be if water is your element. But the locals know a thing or two about air, too: After all, the Zeppelin made aviation history here. Want to travel even further back in time? Journey to the Neolithic and Bronze Ages, all the way to 4300 BC, and explore the prehistoric Pile Dwellings of Unteruhldingen.
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Jurassic Park, for real – but without the dinosaurs. This region is home to the Lion Man, an ancient sculpture estimated to be 40,000 years old. Today, you can visit fairy-tale castles and medieval landmarks strung together like pearls, explore underground caves, or relax in thermal baths. Bargain hunters will love Europe’s largest outlet mall, and beer lovers can follow the Beer Trail in Ehingen. The Swabian Alb is a true insider tip waiting to be discovered.
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In Upper Swabia, you can recharge your energy in the many wellness and spa facilities. Enjoy the enchanting alpine panorama, the idyllic lakes in the high moors, and the unique nature reserves that you can explore by bike or on foot. Be sure to make a stop along the 500 km Upper Swabian Baroque Route, where the many monumental Baroque buildings will leave you in awe.
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The Electoral Palatine region is made for gentle adventures: boat trips along the Rhine and Neckar, cycling through asparagus fields, enjoying a glass of wine in the taverns along the Wine Route, discovering stunning graffiti and vibrant pop culture in Mannheim. And of course, the world-famous Heidelberg Castle, Mannheim Baroque Palace, and Schwetzingen Palace invite you to step into the opulent life of the Middle Ages.
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Vineyards as far as the eye can see. Garden landscapes that soothe the soul. Impressive castle structures. In between, Experimenta, the largest science center in southern Germany, featuring 150 interactive exhibits on science and technology across 6,500 square meters. This is Heilbronn Country – where contrasts attract you.
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Hohenlohe offers a rich variety: from first-class hotels and cozy country inns to farm stays and lakeside campgrounds. Enjoy nature and culture, sports, and marvelous concerts during the Hohenlohe Cultural Summer. If you're a foodie, you'll love the region’s unique specialties: Boeuf de Hohenlohe and the Schwäbisch-Hällische Landschwein, once on the brink of extinction in the 1980s and now rediscovered. Also, the region’s apple cider and pear sparkling wine are a must-try.
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Welcome to the “Land of 1,000 Hills.” A hike or bike tour in the Kraichgau-Stromberg region is the finest way to gain elevation. For those eager to switch from the present to the Middle Ages, a visit to the Garden Hall and the opulent rooms of Bruchsal Palace or the unique UNESCO-listed Maulbronn Abbey is the perfect journey back in time. Past and present are just a few kilometers apart.
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Relaxation, indulgence, and culture – in the Odenwald, you can enjoy all three at once: explore the vast Eberstadt Stalactite Cave, the Odenwald Open-Air Museum, Neuburg Castle, or take the legendary Neckarsteig trail, where you’ll pass one castle after another and picturesque towns. You might even follow in Mark Twain’s footsteps, discovering forested landscapes, traditional orchards, and the culinary delights he raved about. Or visit the German Raptor Research Center at Guttenberg Castle. The modern side of the Odenwald is also well-represented at the Technik Museum Sinsheim, where you can immerse yourself in milestones of technological history.
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Known as the "Liebliches Taubertal", the “lovely” Tauber Valley is a charming region full of culinary, cultural, and scenic highlights. Cycle, hike, or visit the diverse wildlife park in Bad Mergentheim, home to brown bears, lynx, and wolves. The Tauber Valley is also home to a fairy-tale destination: the magnificent Renaissance Weikersheim Palace with its Baroque garden, which still looks as it did in the 18th century.
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