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With a name like Black Forest, you might want to stay away from this forest area in Germany. Do not let the name lead you astray. This is an incredibly beautiful area of not only Germany, but the world.

The Black Forest is known for a lot of things. Oddly, food is one of them. Well, at least a particular cake. The Cherry Schnapps influenced Black Forest Gateau is as wicked and delightful as it sounds. Ah, but there is obviously much more to the area.

As with most famous areas, the Black Forest is known for a particular knick knack. In this case, it is the wood carved cuckoo clock. Frankly, there is one for everybody. Big. Small. Wide. Narrow. They have them all.

The Black Forest is a hot bed of rumors. From elves to witches to sorcerers, the forest is the basis of many a fairy tale and plenty of folklore. Given the density of the woods, it is not hard to see why such stories and myths have developed.

If imaginative folk tales are not your cup of tea, grab a stool at any local bar and sample the fine beers and liquors that are made within this part of the world. While you may have your fill of the infamous chocolate cake after one day, you are sure to love every last sip of Black Forest schnapps.

While in the Black Forest, do not miss the towns of Freiburg, Pforzheim, and Triberg. Freiberg is the town that most people think of when they conjure up images of this area. Filled with cuckoo clocks and cake, this town must be explored by bicycle in order to enjoy it to the fullest.

Food, schnapps and clean living are not the only things to see in the Black Forest. The town of Pforzheim has that universal attraction. Yes, we are talking jewelry. You can find hand made pieces and even order specific things.

One of my personal favorites in the Black Forest is Triberg. It is a small town with a lot to do. After the heavy German cuisine, you are going to want to walk a bit. Triberg is full of paths through the forest for any level of hiker.

No matter where you go in the Black Forest, you can be sure that you will find a comfortable inn to lay your head once your busy day is done. Every little village is amazing as is the forest as a whole.