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10 reasons to love Germany's Baden-Württemberg
Truly diverse, the German state of Baden-Württemberg offers visitors diverse landscapes, great food and charming cities.
Freiburg: One of Germany's most eco-friendly cities
DW reporter Lukas Stege explores Freiburg by bike and longboard.
Sights of Baden-Württemberg
Tourist highlights include Heidelberg, Baden-Baden, the Black Forest, and Lake Constance.
City portrait: Freiburg
Fairly green and mostly sunny — Freiburg is one of the warmest cities in Germany.
REV – The Global and Auto Mobility Show
With an E-Bike through 20 African countries? Is this possible? And we give you a sneak preview of the new Hispano Suiza
On an e-bike through Africa
With an e-bike through 20 African countries? Is this possible? We met a couple who did just that.
Luxury and Wellness in Baden-Baden
Does the luxury Baden-Baden spa town by the Black Forest have something to offer young people, too?
The biggest cuckoo clock in the world
The Black Forest is home to the largest cuckoo clock in the world. This is part five in the "Extreme Places" series.
'Black Forest Rambo' to be jailed for 3 years
The man had robbed police of their weapons before fleeing for days into the Black Forest.
Black Forest models COVID-safe winter tourism
Instead of closing ski lifts, nature parks and hiking trails, the famed sylvan region is taking another approach.
Russian government 'really afraid' of pro-Navalny protests
A close friend of Alexei Navalny has told DW that protesters are angry at the Kremlin dissident's "unlawful" arrest.
Germany: 'Black Forest Rambo' confesses in court
A man who spent almost a week on the run from the law last summer has admitted stealing guns from police officers.
Germany from A to Z: Villingen-Schwenningen
Every week we'll introduce you to a German city, guided by the alphabet. This time V leads us to Villingen-Schwenningen.
Two Chinese women get a taste of Germany
A Chinese student and her mother discover southern German cuisine.
Drought, pests eating away at Germany's forests
The number of trees destroyed by insects has increased nearly sixfold in the past two years.
'Black Forest Rambo' hid in ditches with letter for family
A man who sparked a five-day police hunt in Germany's Black Forest hid in ditches, drinking only water while on the run
'Black Forest Rambo' captured after 5-day manhunt
A man who stole weapons from four police officers has been found after hiding out in the Black Forest for five days.
Manhunt: Armed fugitive
A man who disarmed four police officers has managed to evade capture for five days now.
Manhunt underway for armed man in Black Forest
Police say the man — who has a knife, bow and arrow and a gun — is "in a state of psychiatric emergency."
Black Forest tourism starts again
Tourists from Asia are staying away this summer. New concepts are needed.
Germany bite by bite: Black Forest gateau
With compliments from the kitchen! This time we have a specialty from Baden-Württemberg.
How to make Black Forest Gateau
You love German specialties, but you can't travel because of the coronavirus? We'll show you how to cook German cuisine at home. Here is a recipe for the famous Black Forest Gateau from Baden-Württemberg.
Europe to the Maxx: the world's biggest cuckoo clock
In the Black Forest, you can see the world's biggest cuckoo clock. It's as big as a house!
Euromaxx - Lifestyle in Europe
The "Up Helly Aa" fire festival, the world's biggest cuckoo clock and insect artist Cedric Laquieze.
Winter sports in the Black Forest
Our host Nicole Frölich goes to the Black Forest to ski, sled and ride with the huskies - so she can tell you all about the range of winter activities there, including some for when the snow fails to show.
Fire destroys famed Black Forest restaurant
The Black Forest eatery has held on to its award of three Michelin stars for longer than any other restaurant in Germany
8 unusual Christmas markets
Traditions determine the Christmas season in Germany. But some Christmas markets celebrate in their own special way.
A trek through Germany's mountains
In celebration of International Mountain Day, here are some of the most famous and noteworthy peaks in Germany.
Unusual black forest recipes
Two amateur chefs have come up with an unsual take on traditional Black Forest recipes.
Angry mob attacks suspected bird killers in Germany
The two suspected bird killers said the capercaillie had threatened them and they merely defended themselves.
Sugar, from status symbol to sweet poison
How did pies become cakes and what do pharmacists have to do with candy? An exhibition explores the popular ingredient.
Baden-Baden: Luxury in the Black Forest
Magnificent buildings, wellness, a casino and exquisite hotels: a tour of the luxurious Baden-Baden.
Freiburg and the Black Forest in 360 degrees
Experience Freiburg and the Black Forest with a panoramic view. We will take you to a magical winter world!
Highlights in the Black Forest
Must-sees on a visit to the Black Forest include traditional ladies’ hats and cuckoo clocks.
Snowkiting on the Feldberg
Skiing meets kiteboarding: a beginners' course in the Black Forest.
Winter sports in the Black Forest
The Black Forest offers a full range of winter activies, even when the snow fails to show.
No snow in the Black Forest? What to do.
Alternative tips for winter sport lovers.
Travels in Baden-Württemberg
Heidelberg, the Swabian Jura and the Black Forest are just three reasons to go to Baden-Württemberg.
Travel tips for Baden-Württemberg
Southwestern Germany has it all: nature in the Black Forest, romanticism in Heidelberg and culture in Stuttgart.
Nazis and fairytales in Germany's forests
In German culture, the forest is a place of mystery, evil and redemption. Why does it play such a central role?
Classic cars in the Black Forest
Surrounded by mountains and livestock in southern Germany, Uwe Preuss restores classic cars.
Euromaxx - Lifestyle Europe 16.07.2018
VW Beetle 80th anniversary, artwork -- on the sides of trucks, cars that women prefer
Social media challenge puts four German men in hospital
Four coworkers were injured when they built a swimming pool in their company's flatbed truck.
Winter in the Black Forest
Skiing and sledding with Nicole Frölich
A taste of the traditional Black Forest cake
The Black Forest Gateau is famous the world over.
Two dead in Germany apartment fire
The large fire broke out in the southern German town of Neubulach overnight.
Euromaxx - Highlights of the Week
Mechanical puzzles, an Italian chef in Berlin, balancing rocks and classic cars
Boy dead after tree falls on youth camp
Police have blamed severe weather in the Black Forest town for the tragic incident.
Euromaxx - Lifestyle Europe 18.05.2017
Edinburgh Castle, the comeback of 1980s fashions -- and how to make a Black Forest cake.
How to make a Black Forest cake
It's easy to bake a Black Forest cake when you follow a few basic rules.
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