Northern Black Forest
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Northern Black Forest
Here, in the heart of Europe, you will find a world of excitement. There's a lot to explore in the Northern Black Forest region: magnificent countryside, art museums, impressive palaces, hiking and cycling trails, picturesque vineyards, as well as wonderful culinary delights.Find your trip
In spite of its French name, La Casserole serves not only European food, but also authentic regional dishes and wine. The must-try is the "flammkuchen", the Badisch variant of pizza.
Tucked-away in one of Baden-Baden's cobbled streets, this restaurant and wine-cellar serves local cuisine and wine at affordable prices. What is more, it was featured in the Michelin guide for 2019. During summer you can enjoy your meal in the gracious courtyard.
Leo's Restaurant, Café and Wine Bar is an elegant and exclusive place offering Mediterranean cuisine in the heart of Baden-Baden.
Rive Gauche Brasserie is located along the scenic Lichtentaler Allee. This elegant restaurant serves authentic French cuisine in a beautiful setting surrounded by nature.
This hotel restaurant is located in a historic castle that also hosts the renowned Hoepfner brewery. They serve regional dishes with a particular attention for seasonal ingredients. You can accompany your meal with a glass of wine from their fine selection or, of course, with some speciality beer.
Enjoy local food and local beer in one of Karlsruhe’s youngest breweries. Gulasch soup, spätzle, schnitzel and sausages are only a few of the items you'll find on the menu, which also includes international dishes like pizza and burgers. The Badisch Brauhaus has four floors with a restaurant, a cocktail bar, several event location and a beer garden.
Inside the Schlosshotel Karlsruhe you can experience fine dining at the restaurant Schwarzwaldstube. Only serving high-class regional and seasonal cuisine. With your food, you can have a glass of fine wine from Germany.
Restaurant EigenArt is a small restaurant with a modern ambiance and housed in a well-kept old townhouse near the market. On the menu you will find German-Mediterranean cuisine with an eye for seasonal ingredients. The wine list features mainly regional wines.
In spite of its French name, La Casserole serves not only European food, but also authentic regional dishes and wine. The must-try is the "flammkuchen", the Badisch variant of pizza.
Tucked-away in one of Baden-Baden's cobbled streets, this restaurant and wine-cellar serves local cuisine and wine at affordable prices. What is more, it was featured in the Michelin guide for 2019. During summer you can enjoy your meal in the gracious courtyard.
This modern department store in the city centre offers fashion for everyone. In addition to the extended clothing offer of Modewagener, at the Wagener Galerie you'll also find stationery, beauty products, homeware, footwear and accessories.
Hussel is the sweetest shop in Baden-Baden. Enter this small world made of chocolates, pralines, bon bons and delicious gift ideas. It will be hard to come out of the shop empty-handed.
The Kurhaus Kolonnaded are 19th-century arcades designed after the Parisian ones of the time. Take a stroll and browse through the 20 small shops located here for some first-class shopping in a beautiful environment. Some of the things you will find here are designer clothes, fine jewellery, porcelains and confectionery.
Passing by Stephanplatz in the morning, you are likely to find a local market taking place. On Mondays, Wednesdays and Friday you'll see stands selling fresh regional products, while on Saturday it's the turn of the Karlsruhe's flea Market, where you'll be able to find good deals for original souvenirs.
The Ettlinger Tor shopping centre houses 130 shops, cafes and restaurants across an area of 33,000 sq m (336,000 sq ft). It is an extension of the adjacent pedestrian area and whatever it is you’re looking for, you’re almost certain to find it here. The unique brightly lit indoor boulevard boasts three lavish levels, offering a variety of fashion and beauty outlets, the latest trends and accessories, bookshops and consumer electronics.
The Post Galerie is housed in the former Karlsruhe post office and is considered one of the most beautiful shopping galleries in Germany. Bright, spacious, modern and well maintained, it is the region’s most beloved and unique shopping mall, featuring over 60 different specialist shops, retailers and restaurants, as well as a fitness centre. Some brands you might recognise here are Decathlon, Primark and TK Maxx.
This modern department store in the city centre offers fashion for everyone. In addition to the extended clothing offer of Modewagener, at the Wagener Galerie you'll also find stationery, beauty products, homeware, footwear and accessories.
Hussel is the sweetest shop in Baden-Baden. Enter this small world made of chocolates, pralines, bon bons and delicious gift ideas. It will be hard to come out of the shop empty-handed.
Germany can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of most European countries, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your country. International (non-Schengen) travelers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of Schengen countries can travel without a passport, but must have a valid ID with them during their stay.
Summer is the best season to see the Black Forest Region at its best, but it's also quite busy. Spring and autumn still offer acceptable temperatures and beautiful landscapes, but be prepared for some rain. Of course, winter is the ideal time to visit if you're into winter sports. Remember to bring very warm clothes, as in this period of the year can be quite cold.
The Baden-Airpark - Airport Karlsruhe / Baden-Baden (FKB) - is situated in the Upper Rhine Valley, approximately 30 kilometres south of Karlsruhe, 10 kilometres from Baden-Baden, Bühl and Rastatt, and in close proximity to the A5 motorway as well as the B36 and B500 main roads. Parking facilities, car rental and taxis are all available at the airport. In addition to the car, you can also reach the airport by bus and train. For more information, check the dedicated section at the website below.
There are taxi stands at the train station, the palace and many other locations throughout the city. The number for the centralized taxi cab agency is: +49 (0)721 944 144 The Black Forest Region is served by several taxi companies with stands near train stations and at other locations. Taxi Holl www.taxi-holl.de +49 07221 55 5 55 (Baden-Baden) +49 07222 19 410 (Rastatt) Taxi Ahmed (Rastatt, Kuppenheim, Gaggenau) www.taxi-ahmed.de/en +49 7222 935 935 Taxi-Funk-Zentrale (Karlsruhe) www.taxi-zentrale-karlsruhe.de +49 0721-944 144
The KONUS Guest Card offers free travel on both trains and buses in over 140 cities and communities of the Black Forest Region. For more information, visit www.blackforest-tourism.com/info/KONUS The KONUS Guest Card is not valid in the city of Karlsruhe. The local transport system is operated by KVV: www.kvv.de/en It needs to be said that the train is the best and most scenic way to travel through the region. You can find timetables and fares at www.bahn.com/en
To find a post office you should look for the yellow "Deutsche Post" sign. You can buy stamps from some kiosks and at post offices. For sending postcards and letters you can use the yellow public mail boxes.
For pharmacies look out for the red "Aphoteke" sign. The usual opening hours are from 9am to 6.30pm. Germany has an alternating after-hours service and the number of the current after-hours pharmacy can be found on every pharmacy door. The same applies to weekend openings.
Country code: +49 Area code: 0721
Germany can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of most European countries, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your country. International (non-Schengen) travelers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of Schengen countries can travel without a passport, but must have a valid ID with them during their stay.
Summer is the best season to see the Black Forest Region at its best, but it's also quite busy. Spring and autumn still offer acceptable temperatures and beautiful landscapes, but be prepared for some rain. Of course, winter is the ideal time to visit if you're into winter sports. Remember to bring very warm clothes, as in this period of the year can be quite cold.
