The Black Forest has long been a destination for people who want to recover. In the 19th century Baden-Baden was one of the best-known spa towns in Europe, and its thermal water still flows today. Add dense forests, good air and some of the best cooking in Germany. Here you find out what to expect and which houses we recommend.
- Baden-Baden stands for thermal water and a long bathing tradition.
- Modern houses combine check-ups and longevity with spa and fine food.
- Ideal for anyone who wants prevention with pleasure rather than renunciation.
Why the Black Forest
Baden-Baden has a long history as a spa town. The Friedrichsbad and the Caracalla Therme still use the warm thermal water today. Around the town the Black Forest begins, with hiking trails, calm and plenty of fresh air.
Further south, in Donaueschingen at the source of the Danube, things are more rural. Here you find space, nature and houses that combine recovery with sport such as golf.
What you can do here
The Black Forest is less the region for strict fasting cures and more for prevention, regeneration and longevity with pleasure.
- Comprehensive check-ups with specialists in a few days
- Longevity programmes around sleep, gut and movement
- Thermal baths, spa and walks in the forest
- Excellent cooking, often with Michelin stars
In the Black Forest, forest, water and good food are part of recovering.
What it costs
The houses in the Black Forest belong to the upper segment. Nights in the grand hotels usually cost several hundred euros, with medical programmes on top. You find current room prices in the portraits.
Who it suits
Anyone who wants a thorough check-up without feeling as if they were in a clinic. Couples where one wants a programme and the other simply wants to enjoy. And anyone who does not equate health with going without.
Frequently asked questions
Can you fast in the Black Forest?
Yes, but our houses here focus on prevention and longevity. For strict fasting, houses in the Allgäu or the Alps are a better fit.
How do I get there?
Baden-Baden has an ICE station, and Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden airport is close by. Donaueschingen is easy to reach by train or car.
Is a short stay worth it?
Two to three days are often enough for a check-up. For real recovery, plan four nights or more.
Luxly does not provide medical advice. Whether a programme suits you is something to discuss with the house's medical team or your own doctor.
