Strange, Weird and Wonderful Forests

Black Forest Germany

When we all hear the name Black Forest, images of dark and mysterious forests that are inhabited by witches, goblins and other creatures of the night come to mind. But why is it called the Black Forest? In fact, the name of the Black Forest is due to the dark green color of the dense vegetation of this area, which is caused by the growth of many pine trees in the forest. Contrary to its scary name, Germany's Black Forest, with its rolling hills, clear lakes and charming villages, has been mesmerizing travelers and tourists for centuries. Among the famous attractions of the Black Forest region, we can mention the old castles, the cuckoo clock, the Black Forest Cake, the Judge Farm Museum and the German Clock Museum. The Ghazi Farm Museum is an open-air museum that exhibits the life of farmers in the region in the 16th and 17th centuries. The German Watch Museum displays the history of the watchmaking industry. Visiting a castle in the Black Forest is like traveling back in time. The castles here have stood for centuries and witnessed the rise and fall of kingdoms and the passing of generations. These forts are located on the top of the mountain and give you a very good view of the stunning scenery around.

Cuckoo Clock

A trip to Germany's Black Forest isn't complete without a visit to the iconic Cuckoo Clock House. These fascinating watches have been made in the region for centuries and are a true symbol of the art and tradition of the region. As you make your way through the winding mountain roads, you'll encounter various shops and workshops dedicated to creating these vintage treasures. The construction of these watches is truly amazing. Each is crafted by skilled artisans who have passed down their techniques from generation to generation. The intricate details and intricate movements of the watch are a testament to the passion of the artisans who create them. Today, the cuckoo clock is recognized worldwide as a beloved symbol of German craftsmanship and precision, and what better place to see them in person than in the heart of the Black Forest mountains? A visit to Germany's Black Forest is not complete without eating Black Forest Cake, one of the region's most famous culinary creations. This cake is a combination of chocolate sponge, whipped cream and cherries. Many cafes and bakeries in the Black Forest region serve their own versions of the cake, each with its own unique flavor.

Hallerbos the Blue Forest Belgium

Hallerbos is one of the most beautiful natural attractions in Belgium, an enchanting forest of more than 552 hectares consisting mainly of beech, oak and maple. The forest gets its nickname from a phenomenon that occurs in the spring, when the forest is suddenly covered with an extraordinary blue carpet, created by the endless simultaneous blooming of hyacinths and bluebells.

Crooked Forest Poland

Poland's Crooked Forest consists of 400 pine trees that have grown at a 90-degree bend at their base, mysteriously bent into a J-shape. These trees were planted around 1930 and there are many rumors about the reason for their crookedness, such as that there is more gravity there, demons made them this way, aliens bent them and... but it seems that the main reason The tilting of the trees was the intervention of the farmers of the region. They tried to create curved wood, to build ships or furniture, and deliberately manipulated the growth of trees. Of course, with the beginning of the attack on Poland in the World War, the farmers could not finish their work, and the correctness of this theory is doubtful. Some experts believe that in those years, Poland suffered from snow and blizzard in the country and this region was under the pressure of heavy snowfall for a long time and the pressure of snow on the trees made their growth like this.