Discover the „Young Danube“
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1 Furtwangen - 2 Donaueschingen - 3 Tuttlingen - 4 Donaubergland - 5 Beuron - great vacations in the black forest Birthplace of the danube river on the upper danube welcome to the land of hiking - and cake! nature at its most natural Furtwangen is SouthWest Germany’s “top” destination: the highest community in The source of the Danube is in Donaueschingen. Visitors from around the world come Tuttlingen is a city of surprises. Internationally, it is known as a world center of medical The literal translation of Donauwellen is Danube Waves. But to a German, it refers to a As it curves through the mountains of the Swabian Alb, the Young Danube passes Baden-Württemberg (3,750 feet), Germany’s best snow, and, from the Brend Mountain to see the spring where the stone statues stairs and balustrade were given a facelift in technology and for its fine university. But it also has the romantic ruins of 15th-century lovely part of SouthWest Germany…and also to a luscious cake! This region offers much through the Upper Danube Nature Park. Here the rugged cliffs are a challenge for look-out tower, views of France and Switzerland. And, this is also the start of Europe‘s 2015. In this pretty town, the water from the spring joins the Brigach and Breg Rivers to Honberg Castle and the Protestant parish church, as well as the oldest Art Nouveau to visitors. Start with the eight hiking trails, five of which are rated among Germany’s climbers while the river itself is perfect for kayakers and canoeists. Then there is the second-longest river: the Danube! Skiers, boarders, jumpers and cross country compe- create Europe’s second-longest river. Surrounded by the Southern Black Forest Nature church in SouthWest Germany. Not surprisingly, the Danube is a focal point with an best. Not only are the paths well graded, everything is clearly signposted. All have grand Danube Cycle Path alongside the river plus 300 miles/500 km of well-marked hiking discover the titors train at the Skiinternat Center and go on to win Olympic and international titles. Park, Donaueschingen is the ideal base for the Great Outdoors. As well as camping and attractive park and even a beach on its banks. Just outside of town, trails link into a views of the Donaubergland, the mountainous area between the source of the river trails. Beuron itself also has a big reputation for its summer concerts. All in all, the More traditional is the Black Forest heritage of watch and clock making; the German 27 holes of golf, there are miles of hiking trails and the beginning of the Danube Cycle network of well-marked biking and hiking routes. And when you return, TuWass, the and the Donauversickerung (Danube Sinkhole), as well as the so-called Swabian Grand region surrounding this charming small town is perfect for anyone who is looking for Clock Museum displays Germany’s largest collection of timepieces. Path, perfect for families, groups or solo cyclists. town’s modern thermal baths, offer total relaxation. Canyon, where the Young Danube carves its way through a steep gorge. an active, yet relaxing holiday in unspoiled countryside. „young danube“ SouthWest Germany and Bavaria rediscover the „Young Danube.“ Visitors love two attractions. One is the NEW for 2016: Take a special guided In the town of Beuron itself, the Baroque From its source in the Black Forest to the Bavarian Passau, the source of the mighty Danube, created by walk to learn about the history, myths and Tuttlingen makes a great base for visiting And as a reward for your exertions, enjoy Abbey of St Martin is still lived in by young Danube flows through some of the most beautiful, partly two small rivers, the Brigach (near Furt- significance of the source of the Danube. beautiful Lake Constance, the Black Kaffee und Kuchen, coffee and cake, a great Benedictine monks. Visitors are welcome undiscovered landscapes in the south of Germany. wangen) and the Breg (near St Georgen). Explore the grand palace, the Fürstlich Forest and the Swabian Alb. But don’t German tradition. So, sit in the sun on a to attend mass and hear the renowned On a trip along the Danube, numerous young new perspectives The second is in Schonach: the world’s Fürstenbergisches Schloss. It even has miss less well-known delights, such as medieval square and order up that delicious Gregorian chanting. arise on a familiar river. largest cuckoo clock. 15 feet across, the Napoleon’s portable urinal in the museum! the volcanic “cones” near Hegau and the Donauwellen, a decadent mix of vanilla NEW for 2016: Beuron has opened Go on an experience on the Danube -whether by car, by foot or by clock weighs six tons; the cuckoo, which In the heart of town, see the colorful Art Donauversickerung, the Danube Sinkhole, and chocolate cake, with sour cherries, a new motorhome park for campers. bicycle, you will find unusual insights into natural phenomena as appears on the half-hour, weighs in at 330 Nouveau buildings, tour the museums and near Möhringen. Here, the river actually buttercream, cocoa and chocolate. What’s Close to both the Danube River and the well as unexpected and active experiences. pounds! visit the Fürstenberg brewery, founded disappears underground for six months of not to like? monastery, this is a peaceful spot to spend in 1283. the year! a night – or more. Tourism Information Ferienland im Schwarzwald Donaueschingen Tourist Information Tuttlingen Tourism Donaubergland Tourism Beuron Tourist Information Franz-Schubert-Strasse 3 Karlstraße 58 Rathausstraße 1 Am Seltenbach 1 Kirchstraße 18 78141 Schönwald 78166 Donaueschingen 78532 Tuttlingen 78532 Tuttlingen 88631 Beuron Tel: + 49 (0)7722 860831 Tel. 0771/857-221 Tel. 07461/99 340 Tel: + 49 (0) 7461 780 16 75 Tel. 07579/9210-0 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.dasferienland.de www.donaueschingen.de www.tuttlingen.de www.donau-wellen.de www.beuron.de 6 Sigmaringen - 7 Landkreis Sigmaringen - 8 Oberschwaben - 9 Ehingen - 10 Blaubeuren - 11 Ulm/Neu-Ulm - a holiday oasis celts and churches between the danube and lake constance 43 beers, 4 breweries, 1 city 40,000 years of history where the middle ages meet the present day High on a cliff, the magnificent Schloss Sigmaringen dominates the town. Germany’s The Sigmaringen Region extends from the Swabian Alb mountains to Lake Constance. Upper Swabia stretches from the low hills of SouthWest Germany‘s Allgäu and the When it comes to beer tradition and culture, few cities in Europe can match Ehingen. Surrounded by forested hills and rugged cliffs, the half-timbered town of Blaubeuren is Ulm is famous for its Gothic cathedral; its steeple measures 530 feet / 161.5 meters, second largest castle still belongs to the Hohenzollern family, who are decendants of Between Beuron and Sigmaringen the Danube flows through a romantic landscape, where moors around the spa resorts to the broad valley of the Danube. The wide variety of The four historic, independent breweries produce 43 different beers, with special brews directly on the Danube. The main attraction is the Blautopf, a 72-foot / 22-meter deep making it the tallest in the world. The medieval Fischerviertel (the Fishermen’s Quarter), Germany’s emperors. Although it was rebuilt after a fire in 1893, the towers of the every town has an historic heart. Must-sees include the imposing Sigmaringen Castle, the old landscape has biking trails for all abilities. Notable are the Danube/Lake Constance and for each season. Find out more on a brewery tour, follow the Beer Trail, pedal on the spring with deep blue water. Legend has it that Lau, a beautiful water nymph, once with its half-timbered houses and little bridges, could be straight out of a story book. earlier medieval fortress are still standing. Inside the grand galleries are filled with Benedictine monastery in Beuron and the prehistoric hillfort of Heuneberg. Near Herbertingen the Oberschwaben-Allgäu cycle routes, both rated four-star by Germany’s national Bierkulturbike and visit the museum. Enjoy exhibitions, talks and workshops. There is lived there. But the origins of Blaubeuren date back to the Paleolithic era, when the But there is also a modern Ulm. The white, drum-shaped Stadthaus is a 1993 design by antiques, paintings and porcelain. One of the world’s largest collections of weapons lies one of Europe’s most important archaeological sites. From the 7th to the 5th centuries cycling association. But Upper Swabia is also perfect for hiking and walking. The Donau- even a BierKulturHotel. Taste and compare: Wheat Beer and Pils, Autumn Gold and first modern humans settled in the region’s many limestone caves. Discover more in the American architect Richard Meier. And then there is the avant garde glass pyramid of ranges from medieval times to the present day. The stables, now a museum, display all BC, this citadel overlooking the Danube was the seat of a Celtic royal family. Activities include FelsenLäufe, near Sigmaringen, has an array of top-rated hiking trails, with great views Christmas Beer, Bock Beer and smoky Rauchbier. Do it all in one place in the beer gar- Urgeschichtliche Museum (Prehistoric Museum), where the oldest example of figurative the public library. Don’t miss the Ulm Museum, where the 40,000-year-old Lion Man, things equine, from coaches and carriages to saddles and horse shoes. hiking, cycling and paddling. of the Danube Valley and the Upper Danube Nature Park. den in Lake Groggen Park, where beer from all of Ehingen’s breweries is served! prehistoric art, the tiny carving of the “Venus of Hohle Fels,” can be seen.