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Autumn in the Black Forest (Schwarzwald) – the best of the best

Autumn in the Black Forest (Schwarzwald) – the best of the best

It’s hard to believe that I haven’t seen the European Autumn colours for over 20 years. Since leaving Germany to move to Australia back in 2005, I haven’t been back in Europe during the months October and November. So, after 21 years, here I am.…

From 40° to 3° degrees – Spring in the Schwarzwald

From 40° to 3° degrees – Spring in the Schwarzwald

When it is too hot in one country, it is time to return to another. And so, after over 5 months in Phuket, I was ready to enjoy Spring in Europe. I have been watching the weather forecast for weeks, and as soon as the…

Reasons to visit the Schwarzwald – Black Forest

Reasons to visit the Schwarzwald – Black Forest

There are many reasons to visit the Schwarzwald in Germany, but one stands above the rest: it is really, really stunning! I grew up on the other side of Germany, in Upper Franconia, close to the Czech border. Now, I have settled in western Germany—just 9 km from…