Triberg Waterfalls, Black Forest

Some of Germany's highest waterfalls, cascading 163 m in seven steps through the fir forest of the Black Forest. Walking paths climb beside the falls; look out for red squirrels, which come to be fed. The town of Triberg is also home to cuckoo clocks: visit the Black Forest Museum, and the 'world's largest cuckoo clocks' on the edge of town.

The Black Forest (Schwarzwald) is great for walking and scenic drives, and its namesake cake, Black Forest gateau, is served in every café.