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Season's greetings from sunny SouthWest Germany

Nowhere is more Christmassy than SouthWest Germany! From trees twinkling with lights and spicy gingerbread to hot spiced wine and choirs singing carols, the Yuletide spirit is everywhere. Sadly, locals cannot welcome visitors now, but the seasonal delights will be ready and waiting next year. Check out Stuttgart’s wine connections by walking through the local vineyards with a backdrop of Christmas lights below. Shop at posh Breuninger, the 140-year-old department store. Snap photos of Baden-Baden’s giant Advent calendar; experience the Baroque beauty of Ludwigsburg. www.tourism-bw.com

Winter fun in sunny SouthWest Germany

Stuttgart, November 17, 2020 - Once lockdowns and restrictions have ended, why not get away to see and do something completely different? In winter, SouthWest Germany, the German federal state of Baden-Württemberg, offers sunshine, dazzling blue skies and experiences that are fun, romantic and adventurous. At night, Karlsruhe’s avenues are dotted with illuminated art installations. Europa-Park theme park keeps families busy and happy in winter, both outdoors and indoors, especially at Rulantica, the new water world. Stroll through the snowy Schwetzingen Palace Gardens or get the adrenaline

SouthWest Germany: Clean and Green

After the rigours of 2020, everyone is looking forward to a break in 2021. And everyone is looking for ideas of where to go, especially for safe destinations where they can recharge their batteries. SouthWest Germany is one of Europe’s greenest regions, with forests, rivers, rolling hills and wildlife galore. Communing with Mother Nature is easy, thanks to the network of well-signposted hiking and biking trails. But the federal state of Baden-Württemberg is also Germany’s sunniest state, with a Mediterranean-like climate on Lake Constance. The region has attracted holiday makers since Roman

SouthWest Germany Launches Special Website for Virtual Tourism

In response to the stay at home orders across the world, the State Tourist Board of Baden-Württemberg (SouthWest Germany) has created a website highlighting the beauty, adventure, history and activities that visitors can experience in the comfort of their own homes. #Dreamnowvisitlater is the name of the game as you can plan your trip now for an intoxicating adventure later.These are difficult times. Traveling is not something we are contemplating in the immediate future but we are planning. We know that many of you are using this downtime to research well-earned vacations in the future. We

SouthWest Germany Launches Special Website for Virtual Tourism

In response to the stay at home orders across the world, the State Tourist Board of Baden-Württemberg (SouthWest Germany) has created a website highlighting the beauty, adventure, history and activities that visitors can experience in the comfort of their own homes. #Dreamnowvisitlater is the name of the game as you can plan your trip now for an intoxicating adventure later.These are difficult times. Traveling is not something we are contemplating in the immediate future but we are planning. We know that many of you are using this downtime to research well-earned vacations in the future. We

SouthWest Germany Launches Special Website for Virtual Tourism

In response to the stay at home orders across the world, the State Tourist Board of Baden-Württemberg (SouthWest Germany) has created a website highlighting the beauty, adventure, history and activities that visitors can experience in the comfort of their own homes. #Dreamnowvisitlater is the name of the game as you can plan your trip now for an intoxicating adventure later.These are difficult times. Traveling is not something we are contemplating in the immediate future but we are planning. We know that many of you are using this downtime to research well-earned vacations in the future. We

SouthWest Germany Launches Special Website for Virtual Tourism

In response to the stay at home orders across the world, the State Tourist Board of Baden-Württemberg (SouthWest Germany) has created a website highlighting the beauty, adventure, history and activities that visitors can experience in the comfort of their own homes. #Dreamnowvisitlater is the name of the game as you can plan your trip now for an intoxicating adventure later.These are difficult times. Traveling is not something we are contemplating in the immediate future but we are planning. We know that many of you are using this downtime to research well-earned vacations in the future. We

Watch out for flying Santas!

It's Christmas Market time in SouthWest Germany[Copyright_ KME_ONUK_Flying_Santa_Karlsruhe] In SouthWest Germany, everyone loves the atmospheric Christmas markets that appeal to all five senses. Smell spicy, hot mulled wine; taste the best gingerbread ever; hear choirs singing carols; see beautifully-decorated stalls; touch (and buy) locally-handcrafted gifts and home-made foods. From late November through to New Year, the region buzzes with excitement. But there is much more to experience. Completing the romantic picture are monasteries hosting markets run by SouthWest Germany’s State

SouthWest Germany: Here comes the sun!

The green alternative to the beach SouthWest Germany, the German federal state of Baden-Württemberg, boasts more hours of sunshine than any other part of the country. Enjoying a Mediterranean climate is Lake Constance, where Mainau Island has beautiful gardens plus fun attractions for the family. In high summer, Europa-Park, rated the world’s Number 1 theme park, scores for water attractions galore, with more to come later in the year. Soak up the sun on bikes. Pedal through the Achertal valley’s sunny vineyards and fresh pine forests; explore the Brenztal and Lonetal valleys,

SouthWest Germany: Here comes the sun!

The green alternative to the beach SouthWest Germany, the German federal state of Baden-Württemberg, boasts more hours of sunshine than any other part of the country. Enjoying a Mediterranean climate is Lake Constance, where Mainau Island has beautiful gardens plus fun attractions for the family. In high summer, Europa-Park, rated the world’s Number 1 theme park, scores for water attractions galore, with more to come later in the year. Soak up the sun on bikes. Pedal through the Achertal valley’s sunny vineyards and fresh pine forests; explore the Brenztal and Lonetal valleys,

SouthWest Germany: What's on in 2019

Fairytale palaces, modernist classics and a cool new hotel[Weissenhof_Estate_LeCorbusier_StuttgartMarketing_GmbH_Achim_Mende] This year is the centenary of the Bauhaus, the design movement that changed the way we live. With fine examples of Bauhaus architecture and urban planning, both Stuttgart and Karlsruhe are “must see” destinations. But 2019 brings even more reasons to visit SouthWest Germany, the federal state of Baden-Württemberg. Europa-Park, voted the world’s best theme park, has exciting new attractions and accommodation. SouthWest Germany’s Castles & Gardens heritage

SouthWest Germany: Where Santa goes for his hols

There is nowhere better to rekindle the spirit of Christmas than SouthWest Germany, the federal state of Baden-Württemberg. From the end of November, the start of Advent, think magical Christmas markets, the delicious smell of gingerbread, great one-of-a-kind gifts and uplifting music. New for 2018 is Stuttgart’s spectacular light show. Europa-Park goes all Christmassy, but the famous rides still provide the thrills. As well as its Christmas market, Heidelberg offers the perfect romantic break throughout the winter months. Most atmospheric? 900-year-old Maulbronn Monastery. And

SouthWest Germany: The green alternative to the beach

With green woodland, sparkling lakes and rivers, miles of peaceful hiking and biking trails, SouthWest Germany is a glorious alternative to Europe’s busy beaches this summer. Just a hop away by plane, Germany’s sunniest region is ideal for families, with value for money, cheerful hospitality and a warm, English-speaking welcome. New in the Northern Black Forest is a thrilling suspension bridge. Still relatively unknown to British visitors are the Swabian Alb and Rapunzel-like Sigmaringen Castle. And, for the best deal of all, nowhere beats the Black Forest’s Hochschwarzwaldcard,

SouthWest Germany: where winter means romance

Christmas is coming and nowhere is more Christmassy than SouthWest Germany. In the German federal state of Baden-Württemberg, all five senses come in to play: guests see sparkling decorations at Europa-Park; hear carols and Advent music at historic palaces and monasteries; smell and taste hot mulled wine and gingerbread in Baden-Baden’s Christmas markets; touch and buy locally hand-made Christmas decorations on tempting stalls. And all just a short hop away on direct flights from across the UK to Stuttgart Airport. Europa-Park: where a winter wonderland is guaranteed! Named the world’

SouthWest Germany: Europe’s most bike-friendly Region

2017 marks the 200th anniversary of the bicycle, invented by Karl Drais in SouthWest Germany. Today, the German federal state of Baden-Württemberg scores for being cycle-friendly, in cities like Karlsruhe, throughout the Black Forest and around gorgeous Lake Constance. Within easy reach of Stuttgart Airport, it is easy to rent regular bikes, e-bikes, mountain bikes, even e-mountain bikes. Pedal on wide bike lanes; cruise streets where cyclists have priority over cars. Relax. Have fun. Raise a toast to Karl Drais! Lake Constance – Glorious Scenery in Four Countries Nothing beats

SouthWest Germany: Your SPRINGboard to Family Fun

With spring on the way, families are looking for breaks that guarantee fun and value for money. The answer is SouthWest Germany. Easy to get to, thanks to direct flights from the UK to Stuttgart Airport, the German federal state of Baden-Württemberg ticks all the boxes. Attractions include Europa-Park, voted the world’s No 1 theme park for the past three years. On Lake Constance, Mainau Island has glorious lake and mountain scenery, as well as special child-friendly playgrounds. Every well-priced hotel and café welcomes the whole family, from youngsters to grandparents. And spring comes

Winterly SouthWest Germany

Shop, Celebrate, Scream and Relax in SouthWest Germany The nights are drawing in; the weather has turned; a pre-Christmas tonic is needed. The answer is – a short break in SouthWest Germany. With its half-timbered houses and cheerful taverns, nowhere is more Christmassy than the German federal state of Baden-Württemberg. Shop at authentic Christmas markets; enjoy sunny days and crisp nights; relax in a spa or heated pool in a luxury hotel overlooking a beautiful lake. Or, ride a roller coaster through a winter wonderland. It is all on offer in SouthWest Germany: just a hop away,

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