Staying with the theme of tranquillity, you may want to take the time to explore the beautiful surroundings of Licthentaler Allee and Lake Mummelsee with their lakes and trees. The most famous of these, Friedrichsbad, is worth visiting for the architecture alone – completed in 1877, this thermal spa was constructed with the aim of revitalising the town. You will find a wide range of treatments designed to cleanse both body and mind. One of the most popular attractions here is to indulge in the world-renowned spa centres and thermal baths for which the town is named. The final stop on your rail tour is Baden-Baden, where you will spend 3 nights. Other cultural attractions in Triberg include the Eble Uhren-Park (clock park), which houses a huge range of cuckoo clocks including the world’s largest, and the Schwarzwald Musuem, which details the history of the Black Forest and its inhabitants. These can be easily reached from the centre of Triberg on foot and there are multiple marked trails which will allow you to enjoy the waterfalls from different angles. This area is best-known for the Triberg Waterfalls, the highest waterfall in Germany. Your third destination is the town of Triberg. This area offers outstanding hiking and biking opportunities, and it is possible in the warmer months to rent a boat out on the lake. You will have 1 full day to relax on the shores of Lake Titisee, well-known for its shopping and spas. This will take you through the dramatic river valley of Dreisam before ascending into the forest. You travel next to Titisee via the Höllentalbahn or “Hell Valley Railway”. Perhaps also take the cable car up to Schauinsland or the railway up to the Schlossberg, both offering wonderful views of Freiburg and the surrounding area. The Augustiner Musuem is a must-see for art-lovers as it contains an extensive range of artwork spanning fromt he Middle Ages to the Baroque period. Its lookout tower has incredible views of the city and the interior is home to great architectural feats. Freiburg Minster was built during the 1200s and has the only Gothic church tower in Germany. You spend 2 nights here, giving you time to take in the best sights the city has to offer. This 9-night luxury touring holiday begins with your arrival in Freiburg by rail from London.
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