Holiday in Baden-Württemberg
Region in Germany — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇪
Country
Germany
Type
Region
Best time to travel
May–October
Budget/day
90–140 €
Getting there from Germany
Stuttgart is accessible by ICE train from Frankfurt (1.5h), Munich (2h), and Berlin (5.5h). Stuttgart Airport offers national and European connections.
About Baden-Württemberg
Baden-Württemberg in southwestern Germany combines an extraordinary variety of landscapes, culture, and lifestyle across 35,751 square kilometers. From the mysterious Black Forest to the sun-drenched vineyards at Kaiserstuhl, to the sparkling Lake Constance and the peaks of the Swabian Jura, the third-largest federal state offers the perfect destination for every travel taste. The state capital Stuttgart delights as an automotive city with the museums of Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, the state opera, and the wine village festival. Heidelberg enchants with castle romance and student flair, while Freiburg attracts as the gateway to the Black Forest with the most sunshine in Germany. Tübingen, Constance, and Baden-Baden set their own accents with university culture, Lake Constance flair, and sophisticated thermal luxury. The Black Forest is the most visited low mountain range in Germany and home to cuckoo clocks, Black Forest cake, and extensive hiking trails like the 280-kilometer Westweg. The Swabian Jura fascinates with caves, castle ruins, and the biosphere reserve. Lake Constance is shared by Germany, Austria, and Switzerland and offers sailing, cycling, and the flower island Mainau. Culinary delights in Baden-Württemberg include the highest density of Michelin-starred restaurants in Germany, Swabian Maultaschen and Spätzle, Baden wine, and Black Forest ham. UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Maulbronn Monastery, the pile dwellings at Lake Constance, and the caves of the Swabian Jura with the oldest artworks of humanity make the state a cultural heavyweight.
Top 5 highlights in Baden-Württemberg
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Black Forest
The largest contiguous low mountain range in Germany attracts visitors with dense fir forests, cuckoo clocks, and Black Forest cake.
Heidelberg Castle
The romantic castle ruin above the Neckar is one of Germany's most famous landmarks, offering a magnificent view over the old town.
Lake Constance
The third-largest lake in Central Europe invites swimming, sailing, and cycling, connecting three countries.
Mercedes-Benz & Porsche Museum
Stuttgart is home to the museums of both car brands, featuring fascinating exhibitions on automotive history.
Swabian Jura
The UNESCO biosphere reserve impresses with caves, castle ruins, and the oldest figurative art of humanity.
Hotels in Baden-Württemberg
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Baden-Württemberg
Recommended travel time
May–October
Summer
Warm to hot, 22–30 °C, particularly mild at Lake Constance
Winter
Mild to cold, -2–6 °C, snow in the Black Forest
How much does a holiday in Baden-Württemberg cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
50–70 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
90–140 €
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
200–350 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Compare package holidays now5 travel tips for Baden-Württemberg
Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
The Baden-Württemberg ticket is valid for local trains and buses throughout the state.
The Black Forest High Road is one of the most beautiful panoramic roads in Germany.
A day trip by ferry to the flower island Mainau is worthwhile at Lake Constance.
Be sure to try Maultaschen – the Swabian answer to ravioli.
The Stuttgart TV tower was the first of its kind in the world and offers a magnificent panoramic view.
Food & drink in Baden-Württemberg
These specialties you must try!
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