The Best Sight in Germany

At the head of the Gutach Valley, the Gutach River plunges more than 500 feet over seven huge granite cascades at Triberg's waterfall, Germany's highest. The pleasant 45-minute walk from the center of town is well signposted. A longer walk goes by a small pilgrimage church and the old Mesnerhäuschen, the sacristan's house. You can do much of the hike free of charge but to climb to the top, you'll need to pay a fee, which also gives you access to the Schwarzwaldmuseum, Triberg-Land (featuring interactive miniature train models), and Triberg Fantasy (an Instagram museum).