Hi.
We want to spend 5 - 6 days exploring the Black Forest area in July. Our main aim is to make a BASE in one (or maximum two) place(s) and explore the natural beauty around. We are a family of 4, including two children ages 15 & 18. We like walks & hikes (but not too strenuous). We want to have a relaxed family vacation.
After spending a week in Amsterdam and Bruges, we'll be driving to Germany. Enroute, we'll stop over for a night in Trechtingshausen and then head to Black Forest. Initially we were thinking of breaking down the Black Forest leg in two parts. First stop in either Tübingen or Sigmaringen (or close by) and the second part in a farm house in (or close to) Seelbach.
Based on available accommodation and a number of reviews, we are now "thinking" of making Gengenbach the base & then drive around.
In a nutshell, we'll be grateful if the experienced travelers can guide us on the following:
- Is the proposed duration i.e. 5-6 days sufficient (or too much) to explore the Black Forest area
- Is Gengenbach the right place to make a "Base"
- Should we make just one base, or, as envisaged earlier, divide our Black Forest trip into two separate parts. If so, which two places
- Any other recommendations for lodging, other than hotel Die Reichsstadt
The place (i.e. the hotel / holiday rental) where we stay is very important for us as we feel comfort (& if possible a bit of luxury) is an integral part of the whole experience. We initially wanted to stay at a very nice Farm House near Seelbach; however it is not available throughout the month of July. Apart from being (apparently) a central place, another reason for considering Gengenbach is that a very nice hotel is available (Die Reichsstadt).
We can take our return flight either from Zurich or Frankfurt (preference is Zurich).
Will be extremely grateful for input from experts on the above.
With best regards,
Waqas
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