This gentle, picturesque university town, just 35km (22mi) south of Stuttgart, is a place to wander winding cobbled alleys past half-timbered houses and old stone walls.
April 14, 2006 (Press Release) --
Tübingen
This gentle, picturesque university town, just 35km (22mi) south of Stuttgart, is a place to wander winding cobbled alleys past half-timbered houses and old stone walls. From the heights of the Renaissance Hohentübingen Castle (now part of the university) there are fine views over the steep, red-tiled rooftops of the altstadt (old town). Today's students are the proud custodians of a rigorous liberal intellectual tradition, and can be seen in every cafe plotting earnestly to save the world. The market here is a treasure, filled with fruit and vegetables, and this is one town where some of this crisp and fresh produce might actually turn up on your plate. Also check out the nearby Rathaus and its delightful clock.
North Frisian Islands
The North Frisian Islands (as opposed to the East Frisian Islands), off the north-western coast of Germany, reward those who make the trek with sunshine, sand dunes, sea and pure air. Much of this area is a national park, protecting sensitive dune areas. Paths and boardwalks are provided for strolling. Sylt tends to be choked by wealthy spa-seekers, although it's possible to seek out places where they don't go. It's better to head for Föhr or Amrum, which are tranquil, less touristy and don't have the spa-and-sauna culture that promotes hi-jinks such as lightning dashes into the chilly North Sea. You can walk or cycle around at your leisure or take a horse ride. Further out to sea, Helgoland is a fun one or two-day excursion from the North Frisian Islands. The island was used as a submarine base in WWII and it's still possible to tour the strong bunkers and underground tunnels. There's also a scenic trail around the island.
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This gentle, picturesque university town, just 35km (22mi) south of Stuttgart, is a place to wander winding cobbled alleys past half-timbered houses and old stone walls. From the heights of the Renaissance Hohentübingen Castle (now part of the university) there are fine views over the steep, red-tiled rooftops of the altstadt (old town). Today's students are the proud custodians of a rigorous liberal intellectual tradition, and can be seen in every cafe plotting earnestly to save the world. The market here is a treasure, filled with fruit and vegetables, and this is one town where some of this crisp and fresh produce might actually turn up on your plate. Also check out the nearby Rathaus and its delightful clock.
North Frisian Islands
The North Frisian Islands (as opposed to the East Frisian Islands), off the north-western coast of Germany, reward those who make the trek with sunshine, sand dunes, sea and pure air. Much of this area is a national park, protecting sensitive dune areas. Paths and boardwalks are provided for strolling. Sylt tends to be choked by wealthy spa-seekers, although it's possible to seek out places where they don't go. It's better to head for Föhr or Amrum, which are tranquil, less touristy and don't have the spa-and-sauna culture that promotes hi-jinks such as lightning dashes into the chilly North Sea. You can walk or cycle around at your leisure or take a horse ride. Further out to sea, Helgoland is a fun one or two-day excursion from the North Frisian Islands. The island was used as a submarine base in WWII and it's still possible to tour the strong bunkers and underground tunnels. There's also a scenic trail around the island.
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