The Black Forest
Big forest views, piny air and pastures on the doorstep – this farmhouse is the perfect country retreat. Dressed in local wood, the light-filled rooms are supremely comfy, while apartments have space for families. Your hosts lay on a hearty breakfast (included in the room rate), and you can help yourself to free tea and fruit throughout the day.
It’s on the L156, 3km northeast of Titisee train station.
15.83 MILES
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3. Ehemaliges Benedikterkloster
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Heading south on the Freiburg–Feldberg road, you’ll glimpse the roaring Todtnauer Wasserfall. While the 97m falls are not as high as those in Triberg,…
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