A road trip planned by Anne Targett over 31 days with 65 stops.
Countries: GBR, FRA, BEL, LUX, DEU
From 2026-04-26T23:00:00.000Z to 2026-05-26T23:00:00.000Z
Gloucester, UK
Smeeth, Ashford, TN25 6SX, United Kingdom
Ashford Road, Folkestone, UK
France
Luxembourg
Hubertusstraße, Baden-Baden-Oos, Germany
Germany
The most famous spa baths in Germany. Old city centre undamaged in both world wars. Walk along the Lichtentaler Allee, A feature of Baden-Baden is its beautiful parks and gardens, which can offer a more peaceful diversion from the crowds of tourists in the old town.The most popular park in Baden-Baden is the Lichtentaler Allee, a lovely avenue lined with trees, flowers, and sculptures. Visitors can take a slow stroll through the park along the Oos river also Kurpark, visit Trinkhalle. Can also visit the ruin of the Roman Baths. Lots of hiking trails & Biergartens to enjoy. Gasthaus Lowenbrau is a nice traditional Bavarian Style Inn with a focus on local cuisine.
76534 Baden-Baden, Germany
No facilities, parking, one review says now closed. Walking to waterfallParking and possibly overnight for walking to the waterfall
Wasserfallstraße, Baden-Baden, Germany
The Geroldsau Waterfall is a roughly six-metre-high waterfall on the Grobbach stream south of the Baden-Baden quarter of Geroldsau in the Northern Black Forest.A MUST-do is the short waterfall hike (Wasserfall-Rundweg), which is a 1 hr hike (can be slightly shortened even for the lazy ones) through a romantic creek valley in the midst of a shady, jungle-like forest and – if you come to the Geroldsauer Wasserfall at the right time of year (beginning of May till June) – beautiful Rhododendrons flowers! I wasn’t prepared for this sight at all and, gardener and plant-lover that I am, I walked half the way in pure bliss.
Seebach, Germany
A visit to Lake Mummelsee offers many different experiences and sights. In addition to the scenic attractions with the marvellous picturesque location of the lake, there are pedal boatsfor hire, you can view the artworks of modern artists on an art trail or take a short circular hike to the nearby Hornisgrinde summit.Mummelsee is the largest of the seven cirque lakesin the Black Forest, the deepest at 17 m deep and the highest at 1036 m.[2]It is only a short trip up to the Hornisgrinde (1.5 km and 120 meters in altitude).[15]Other trails are:the Mummelsee-Hornisgrindepfad (circular walk, length: 3.9 km, suitable for dogs),[16] andthe Hochmoorsee-Mummelsee (circular walk, length: 5.6 km): Seibelseckle – Hochmoorweg – Bismarckturm – Hornisgrinde – Chapel St Michael at Mummelsee.[17]TransportationeditVisitors' parking spaces are located at the southern lake shore.
77889 Seebach, Germany
The Hornisgrinde, 1,164 m (3,820 ft), is the highest mountain in the Northern Black Forest of Germany. Observation towereditAt the southern end, above the Mummelsee, stands the 23-metre-high Hornisgrinde Tower. The construction of this observation tower in 1910 was an initiative by the Black Forest Clubbranch in Baden. New red sandstone was used as the building material. Together with the Mummelsee, the tower was one of the most popular destinations in the region at that time. In 1942 it was commandeered by the Luftwaffe. After World War II it was used by the French military.
Ottenhöfen im Schwarzwald, Germany
Germany
The small town of Schiltach with its medieval heart full of timber-framed houses is one of the loveliest destinations in the Black Forest.The town centre, or 'Städtle' as it is known by the locals, is under a preservation order and offers the chance to see how a small Black Forest settlement once looked centuries in the past.As well as a stroll along the River Kinzig and through the narrow streets, there are also a number of museums to sample to get an idea of the history of the Schiltach area.
Wallfahrtstraße, Triberg, Germany
Known for its waterfalls. Biggest waterfalls in Germany. They are a 15 minute walk from the city centre. There are lots routes. Lots of typical German houses, so a historical town. The Triberg waterfalls are located just above the main village near the tourist office and form Germany's highest waterfall, falling a total of 163 meters in a series of cascades.The first official trail up the waterfalls was created back at the start of the 19th century and, with the opening of the Black Forest railway, attracted visitors to the romantic ideal of the Black Forest region and its natural beauty. The falls were immortalised by numerous painters and illustrators and the Triberg Waterfalls became known as "Germany's most beautiful natural wonder".There are three different routes up the seven stages of the waterfalls depending on how energetic the visitor wishes to be. There is an entrance fee for the Triberg waterfall trails and tickets are available simply for the falls or for the waterfalls and Black Forest Museum combined.The falls are particularly spectacular at periods after heavy rain or snowmelt and are illuminated during a special Advent festival - the Triberger Weihnachtszauber ('Triberg Christmas Magic') - along with a Christmas market.
Germany
Worlds largest cuckoo clock
Alte Straße, Triberg, Germany
Ravennaschlucht, Breitnau, Germany
Germany
Highest point of the Black Forest. In clear weather you can see the Alps. Great for hiking in summer, snow sports in winter. Can spend the night either in Stellplatz Todtnau or head to Titisee
Germany
Home to the Hasenhorn Coasrer - summer toboggan run.Impressive Todtnau waterfallAlso black forest line suspension bridge
Todtnau, Germany
10 euro a night plus tourist tax - good reviews, by river.
Seerundweg, Titisee-Neustadt-Titisee, Germany
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Germany
Germany
Moment of relaxation. You can swim in the lake. Village is renowned for cuckoo clocks. Try the Black Forest Cherry Cake.Lake Titisee is very much another of the Black Forest's tourism hotspots. The short stretch from the train station down to the lakeshore and boat rental locations is filled with stores selling souvenirs, Black Forest ham and cuckoo clocks aimed at the steady stream of excursion buses full of tourists which arrive during the day in high summer. The tourist office reckons on around two million visitors each year.Luckily it is not difficult to find some peace and quiet and enjoy the lovely scenery in the area...Hikers can walk around the Titisee - the distance is around six kilometres and the route is almost flat - or head up to a panoramic view from the lake's own mountain, the Hochfirst.The longer route up the Hochfirst involves a hike of around 11 kilometres and an elevation gain of about 350m. The circuit should take under four hours' walking.Route descriptions with a somewhat idiosyncratic machine translation into English can be found on the tourist office website: www.hochschwarzwald.de
Bruderhalde, Hinterzarten, Germany
Maurach, Uhldingen-Mühlhofen, Germany
Germany
Charming old town - start of the romantic road - ends in WurzburgThe romantic road was created in 1950 as a tourism idea to rebuild tourism after the second world war.
Neuschwansteinstraße, Schwangau, Germany
The iconic Disney castle with mountain views andscenic hiking trails.
Alpseestraße, Schwangau-Hohenschwangau, Germany
King Ludwig’s childhood home, opposite Neuschwanstein.
87645 Schwangau, Germany
4.7km castle views & forest shade
Füssen, Germany
5km
87645 Schwangau, Germany
Abt-Hafner-Straße, Füssen, Germany
Seestraße, Schwangau-Brunnen, Germany
Recommended by ChatGPT
Wies, Steingaden, Germany
A unesco world heritage site. Built in 1750s after rears seen on a wooden statue of Christ
Germany
Colourful historic town on the river Lech. Lechwehr CascadeRiverside cafes. & walks alongside the river
Landsberg am Lech, Germany
Woodland path walks - dogs may need to be on leads
Waitzinger Wiese, Landsberg am Lech, Germany
Look at reviews - recommended ny ChatGPT
Germany
Germany
One of Germany oldest cities, famous for the Fuggerei, the worlds oldest social housing complex.
Neue Obermayerstraße, Donauworth, Germany
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Germany
Riverside town at the meeting of the Wornitz and Danube Colourful houses on Reichsstrabe Peaceful walking and cycling along the river Danube riverside trail - flat and scenicRied Island Walk - short loop through meadows and waterways
Germany
Entirely circular walled town built inside a 15 million year old meteorite crater making it unique. Climb St. George’s Church tower for panoramic views.Quieter and more relaxed than RothenburgWalks:Town Wall Circuit (2.6 km) – you can walk the full medieval rampart!Ries Crater Trail – choose a short scenic section near Nördlingen
Würzburger Straße, Nördlingen-Baldingen, Germany
Germany
One of Germany’s most beautiful small towns, can be less crowded than some other towns in the romantic road. Colourful timber-framed houses and a moatRelaxed, dog-friendly vibeWalks:City Walls & Moat Path (3 km) – perfect evening strollWörnitz River Path (5–7 km) – shady and peaceful
Mönchsrother Straße, Dinkelsbühl, Germany
By a lake good for dog swimming
Fischhaus, Schillingsfürst-Fischhaus, Germany
ACIS 23e
Germany
Fairytale medieval town, perfectly preserved.All year round Christmas shop.Famous Night Watchman Tour (dogs allowed if well-behaved)Great local bakeries and viewpoints. Try snowballs (Schneeballen) pastry, deep fried and covered in sugar or chocolate.Walks:Town Wall Walk – complete circuit with stunning views. Town walls are from the middle ages. Tauber Valley Trail to Detwang (14 km return) – forested, dog-friendlyBurggarten Park – great for short evening strolls
Nördlinger Straße, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany
Detwang, Rothenburg ob der Tauber-Detwang, Germany
Germany
Elegant Renaissance castle and gardensCalm, small-town charmExcellent base for vineyard walksWalks:Liebliches Taubertal Trail (Tauber Valley path) – lovely riverside section between Weikersheim and RöttingenCastle Gardens (dogs on leads)Stay:
Feldertor, Weikersheim, Germany
Sportstraße, Uffenheim, Germany
ACIS site 23e
Germany
Highlights:Baroque Würzburg Residence (UNESCO site)Fortress Marienberg overlooking the riverVibrant wine region and outdoor cafésWalks:Riverside promenade along the Main RiverKäppele Trail (5 km round trip) – hill walk with vineyards and city viewsFortress Marienberg loop – great sunset spotCity suffered damage at the end if the second world war. In 17 minutes on March 16 1945 87% of the city was destroyed.
Würzburg, Germany
Würzburg-Zellerau, Germany
riverside, 15-min walk to old town
Sankt Goar, Germany
Boppard, Germany
Braubach, Germany
Germany
Perlenau, Monschau, Germany
Belgium
Tunnel sous la Manche, Coquelles, France
Ashford Road, Folkestone, UK
Gloucester, UK
26 Apr 2026 - 26 May 2026
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Mönchsrother Straße, Dinkelsbühl, Germany
Fischhaus, Schillingsfürst-Fischhaus, Germany
Nördlinger Straße, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany
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