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# Baden-Württemberg Travel Guide

## Germany

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![Heidelberg Church of the Holy Spirit which includes heritage elements and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/217000/217497-Baden-Wuerttemberg.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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#### Enter the majestic pinewoods of the Black Forest, relax in spa towns, explore romantic castles and visit busy university towns in this lush southwestern region.

Baden-Wuerttemberg is a picturesque state that upholds some of Germany’s most famous traditions. The region is home to breathtaking scenes of spire-topped churches, mighty castles, wild forests and tranquil lakes. Tour historic theatres and watch a world-class opera, visit lively university towns and follow the route of the world’s first long-distance automobile journey.

The state’s capital, Stuttgart, is a green city that features the renowned Staatstheater and a gallery of modern art. Attend a performance at Germany’s Nationaltheater in the city of Mannheim and see one of the world’s tallest churches in Ulm. The historic university buildings and castle are highlights in Heidelberg, which is situated in the unforgettable Neckar Valley.

To the east of the Rhine Valley you’ll find the magnificent Black Forest. This beautiful woodland contains the renowned 19th-century spa town of Baden-Baden, as well as numerous hiking and biking trails through its gently sloping forests. Ride a riverboat along the Rhine or explore the region’s ski resorts. The Schwäbische Alb features limestone outcrops and beautiful blue lakes. Head to the border with Switzerland to reach Lake Constance (Bodensee), a popular spot with hikers and cyclists. Tour the castles of Wuerttemberg’s dukes and kings and visit the historic manor of the Hohenzollerns.

If you have an interest in automobile history, follow the Bertha Benz Memorial Route, which loops Heidelberg, Odenwald, the Black Forest and the Rhine Valley from Mannheim. First undertaken in 1888, the route spans 120 miles (194 kilometres).

Be sure to stop by the wine-growing region in Kaiserstuhl in Baden to sample the state’s fine wines on a wine-tasting train ride. Try fruit brandies or Black Forest cherry schnapps. Watch expert artisans at the numerous workshops that display the region’s traditional woodcarving mastery.

Baden-Wuerttemberg is easily navigable by train and bus. The rail network is extensive and efficient. The closest international airport is in Frankfurt, which is over 2 hours north from Stuttgart by intercity train. Alternatively, rent a car and explore the region’s well-maintained scenic touring routes.

## Cities in Baden-Württemberg

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### Stuttgart (and vicinity)

A holiday or city break in Stuttgart, the capital of Germany’s Swabian southwest, opens up a city renowned for its motoring heritage, high culture and impressive architecture. With a range of green parks and plazas, historic buildings and important museums in its city centre, and an array of sightseeing options in the surrounding countryside, Stuttgart promises an unforgettable holiday for the walker and the wine lover, the gastronaut and the garden fan, the history buff and the high-street bargain hunter.

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### Heidelberg

The romantic baroque city on the River Neckar is a popular destination and home to one of the oldest universities in Europe.

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![Freiburg im Breisgau](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/164000/164802-Southern-Black-Forest-Area.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Freiburg im Breisgau

The jewel of the Black Forest, Freiburg is a major university city in southwest Germany with a laidback charm and beauty of its own.

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![Constance featuring a river or creek and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/164000/164633-Lake-Constance.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Konstanz

On a city trip to Constance you can easily combine culture and relaxation. This, the largest city on Lake Constance welcomes its guests with unique Alpine views, a historic old town and a wide range of leisure activities.

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![Friedrichsplatz which includes a fountain, a park and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/217000/217505-Baden-Wuerttemberg.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Mannheim

This university city set on the banks of the Rhine and Neckar rivers offers cultural diversity, some of Germany’s best art and one of the world's most beautiful parks.

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![Friedrichshafen showing street scenes, a marina and a ferry](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/32000/32820-Friedrichshafen.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Friedrichshafen

A university town on the northern side of Lake Constance, Friedrichshafen boasts picturesque surroundings and a perfect location for trips into Switzerland and Austria.

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### Karlsruhe

Possessing a layout that some say inspired Washington DC and an Egyptian style pyramid, Germany’s Karlsruhe is full of surprises.

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