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The Black Forest is likely the most important and well known wooded areas of Germany. It received the name centuries ago because of how dark it appeared from a distance due to both the dark green of the Pine Trees and the shadows cast by mountains in the region.
The Black Forest dominates the south west corner of the state Baden-Württemberg. It borders France, Switzerland, and the Neckar River while straddling the continental divide. Not many people live in the Black Forest, however, there is a town at the center, Freudenstadt, where you can find Black Forest Germany holiday rentals. Despite its location in a heavily wooded area, the town has claimed that it actually receives the most hours of sunshine of all the towns in Germany.
The vacation rentals in Germany are unique and appeal to a certain type of traveler. One who enjoys the wilderness and is interested in essentially going back in time to see what Germany looked like centuries ago would enjoy the Black Forest Germany holiday rentals. The hiking and fishing are one of a kind in this region and are done in front of a stunning backdrop you won’t find anywhere else. The Black Forest Germany holiday rentals that can be found in the villages scattered throughout the region are ideal for nature lovers.
The reason the forest is so important to Germany is because the timber obtained from it is extremely valuable and thus the woodcutting is strictly monitored by forest rangers to preserve the natural resource and avoid development of the land. This is why tourism to the vacation rentals in Germany is so important, the world needs to see what a beautiful area it is in order to help maintain and preserve it.
While visiting vacation rentals in Germany, be sure to explore the vineyards and castles also in the region. Also, on your way to or from the vacation rentals in Germany, make a stop in the area Baden-Baden where you will find resorts and spas, a great way to start or end your visit.