The huge and mysterious Black Forest encompass hundreds of miles, and is one of the biggest forested areas in the world. The Romans gave it its ominous name, because it used to be so thick, no light reached its floor, and walking inside it, you would step into perpetual night.
The black forest is home to mountain ranges, lakes, waterfalls, streams and scenery that has broken countless hearts. It is one of the most beautiful places on earth, dressed in colors of white and green in the winter, yellow, orange and red in the fall, and every other color in between. Enjoy these stunning views of this magical place.
The black forest in the fall. This gorgeous view covers over 4,600 square miles (12,000 square km). In more ancient times, the forest was reputedly so thick that humans couldn’t even get in it, and so dense that no sunlight reached the forest floor, and it was as dark as night.
Nothing but the white and green of snow and trees.
The German word for the black forest is Schwarzwald. It is known for three known features: The amazing scenery, the formidable woods, and the highlands.
An almost frozen tree after the winter snow.
The sun rises over an ocean of fog.
The black forest scenery reminds people of mythological legends, and is said to be haunted by witches, sorcerers, werewolves and many demons of various shapes and sizes. That said, there are also good dwarves that try to balance the scales, so if you see one, you’re in good hands.
The largest waterfall in Germany – Triberg, is in the black forest.
The lake of the black forest, a very popular destination for travellers.
Experts warn that disease has spread in the black forest, and almost 20% of the trees may be sick.
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