Germany Vacation Package:
Health & Spa in the southern Black Forest and Markgräfler-County

Freiburg is the biggest town in the Breisgau region, located on the western edge of the Black Forest at the foot of the Schlossberg mountain. It is a gorgeous town with many well preserved historical buildings. Nestled in scenic beauty and with a relatively warm and sunny climate Freiburg attracts many visitors each year. Here you will find the longest cable car run in Germany, which is about 2.25 miles long, starting from Günterstal up to a nearby mountain called Schauinsland.

Experience a sense of well-being and relaxation at the Keidel Mineral Thermal Bath in Freiburg. Enjoy the pleasures of a bath, in soothing natural spring water in the heat of the sauna, or in the humidity and warmth of a Turkish bath. Relax with a massage, sun bathing or in the solarium. Mineral-thermal water is at the center of the therapeutic treatment options. The Kineto-therapy in water was developed in close cooperation with the Institute of Balneology of the Albert Ludwig University of Freiburg and is now with great success used throughout the world . A therapy after the method of James McMillan's Halliwick, is ideally suited for the conservative treatment of inter vertebral disk problems, backache and neurological disorders. Classic massages, physiotherapy, tub baths and treatment courses using the local Vulcanite fango packs complete the wide range of treatment methods, providing the best possible care in cases of rheumatic disorders, disorders of the locomotive system, sports injuries and post-operative conditions.

The municipality of Feldberg is situated in the southern part of the Upper Black Forest at a height of 1,493 meters above sea level, which makes it the highest mountain in the Black Forest. It lies in an area of mountains and lakes in the biggest nature protection area of Baden-Württemberg. Switzerland and France are only an hour away by car. In summer Feldberg is the ideal place to visit for hikers, Nordic walkers, bikers, offering a wide variety of trails and tracks. In winter you can indulge in your favorite winter sport. You can choose from 28 lifts and 50 kilometers of downhill runs within the Feldberg Lift Network. If you don't ski you can choose between a network of winter trails and two well signposted snowshoe trails. Toboggan runs are also available! Guided winter walks and snowshoe tours can be arranged through the House of Nature. A special tip is the all-the-year-round exhibition - both permanent and changing - which can be visited on days when the weather is not so pleasant!

No other region of Germany has such a variety of local products on its doorstep as the Feldberg. The fertile soil of the Kaiserstuhl and Markgräferland, combined with strong farming traditions guarantee products of the highest quality. Goat and lamb from mountain pastures, fresh game from local forests and the famous Black Forest beef ham are true delicacies. Freshwater fish, fruit and vegetables from the valleys make the selection complete. Healthy, ecological and farm products make a meal in the Black Forest a real experience.

Badenweiler is a health resort and spa of the Breisgau-Upper Black Forest district of Baden-Württemberg, historically in the Markgräflerland at the western edge of the Black Forest. Some come for its warm mineral springs, with temperatures of 70 degrees Fahrenheit; others come because of its equable climate and picturesque surroundings. Visit the Kurhaus, built in 1853, and the park of 15 acres containing a historic arboretum as well as a grand-ducal castle, refitted in 1887-88. In 1784 well preserved Roman baths were discovered here which can be visited as well.

The Cassiopeia-Thermae in Badenweiler has over 1,000 square meters of water and is one of the finest spas around. In the Roman-Irish bath with a Mediterranean terrace you will find relaxation and tranquility. A well maintained large sauna area, and a pool and sun terrace which alloys nude bathing are part of the facilities. The Sauna area has 6 indoor and outdoor saunas, a stone-sauna, aroma-sauna, herbal-sauna, liquor-sauna, Finnish-sauna and a crystal-sauna. A stylish wellness area with the options of a Hamam or Rasul bath with natural mud and soap-brush massages, body wraps, scrubs and traditional massages are local features, and on top, free of charge Aqua Fitness is provided. The bistro offers a selection of light snacks, salads and other healthy dishes, fresh squeezed juices and soft drinks.