Nature & Relaxation
Soothing Northern Black Forest
Author: Andreas Steidel
15 December 2022
Bubbling brooks and a cool breeze: In times of climate change and major heat waves, the concept of summer retreat in the Northern Black Forest suddenly takes on a whole new meaning.
The Eyach River babbles merrily between ancient alders and silver willows. A pristine, natural river, lined with shady trees along its banks. The water leaps over pebbles, forming small cascades and spraying its misty spray into the lush green surroundings. A welcome respite, especially on hot summer days. Even in the sweltering heat, there's still something to do here, a refuge from the increasingly frequent dog days of summer , which are also becoming more common in Germany. More and more people are seeking out these oases of coolness, small islands of forest and wilderness where nature is still allowed to be nature.
The Northern Black Forest is a blessed region. Rainfall is somewhat more abundant here than in most other parts of Germany. A dense network of natural streams and rivers crisscrosses the landscape. The 18-kilometer-long Eyach is among the most beautiful and pristine waterways in the Black Forest.
A small path accompanies them. Hiking along a rushing stream is a A treat for body and soulHere you can breathe deeply and unwind, leave the hustle and bustle and heat of the big city behind, and enjoy a vast, unspoiled landscape with all your senses. There are countless such waterways in the side valleys of the Enz and... NagoldThe Eyach eventually flows into the Enz and is part of the health resort Dobel. An idyllic natural scene, spread out among Black Forest fir trees on a high plateau. Certified Guides They take their guests on little journeys of discovery. What is truly good for me and how can I strengthen my immune system?
Even the ancient monks knew how advantageous life was in the Northern Black Forest. Nearly 900 years ago, the Cistercians came to Herrenalb , founded a monastery there, and utilized the abundance of water for their agriculture and fish farming. Eventually, people noticed that the water not only flowed plentifully on the surface but also rose warm from the depths. Early on, the dukes of Württemberg traveled to the Teinach Valley and sought cures from the local springs . Thus, a truly royal spa was created, where people still pamper themselves today.
Germany is a densely populated country, crisscrossed by roads, industrial parks, and residential areas. All of this eventually ends in the Northern Black Forest. The deeper you venture into the landscape, the quieter it becomes. For miles and miles, nothing but fir and beech trees and lush meadows . Nestled within these natural forests, some of Germany's last remaining raised bogs have survived.
all around Bad Wildbad You can practically smell the Black Forest. On a Treetop Walk Strolling through the crowning glory of creation. Hardly any region in Germany has such a thing. higher proportion of forest, interrupted only by small towns, villages and hamlets. After Bad Wildbad Guests have been coming for centuries. Like a green English garden, the spa park The banks of the wildly romantic Enz River. At times, one completely forgets that this landscape was once shaped by humans. The guests lose themselves in the vastness of the park, only meeting again in the evening when they enter the soothing waters of the Palais Thermal immerse yourself. The bath is a fairytale from One Thousand and One Nights, a [something] in Moorish style A well-preserved ensemble that continues to enchant tourists today, just as it did then.
The famous physician Paracelsus already stayed in the valley 500 years ago. Nagold. In Liebenzell he encountered a multitude natural sources, whose beneficial effects he recorded in his notes. A modern thermal spring Today it bears his name; the precious water that flows from the ground there is up to 8000 years old. One can stroll and contemplate. In SOPHI Park an der Nagold indulge in philosophical thoughts and admire the sculptures that complement them. In the old Bathhouse There are delicacies from the coffee table; the water comes out of the earth at 26 degrees and caresses visitors from near and far.
A holiday in the nature of the Northern Black Forest can be simply heavenly. This is especially true for the moment of climbing the observation tower in Schömberg: "Heavenly bliss" It's called [name of structure], a 50-meter-high marvel made of natural wood. Up there, you're somehow above it all. A brisk breeze of mountain air caresses your face, birds of prey circle overhead, and birds sing their cheerful songs in the treetops. A moment to pause and reflect and enjoy a landscape where you can leave everyday life behind for a few refreshing summer days.
