I visited Wertheim recently, what a remarkable improvement since I was there earlier in 1962-63. You have made it a virtual wonderland of scenery!
Baden-Baden is fun to explore especially with all of the staired ally ways that lead into seemingly secret courtyards with foutains. Bring a good pair of shoes because the town is very hilly.
Heilbronn is a nice, medium- to small-size city with a little bit of everything to do. I've never stayed in a hotel there but it's a nice town/city. Summertime offers nice festivals and the wintertime offers the beautiful WeihnachtMarkt! Enjoy it!
One interesting thing about Singen is that it is home to that sauce that many Germans put on everything known as Maggi. Everywhere you are reminded of Maggi.
Karlsruhe is a great midsized people, about 250,000 people live there. You can find a huge palace and many cultural things to do. Nightlife is ok, too. And Karlsruhe is one of the warmest cities in Germany very close to the Rhine River, the Black Forest and the French Border (all within 30 minutes).
Freiburg is a really interesting place, with its liberal and evironmentally friendly attitude combined with interesting inner city. It reminded me of San Francisco, except smaller and much less gay. I did manage to get a little bored here by the end of my three days, so I only recommend two tops. Going to see a match of FC Freiburg is highly recommended, and the stadium can be reached from the city centre by a long but beautiful walk (one and a quarter hours) along the river to the east.
Wertheim … This is the town my family on my mother's side comes from. It is hard to put into words the feeling I have when I visit, there's no place like it -- the people, the architecture, the cobblestone roads, the red roofs and the castle. It's an incredible place to be.
Tauberbischofsheim … Lived there for about a year when I was stationed in Wuerzburg in the Army year 1986-90. Great People, wonderful Maybaum fest, love every minute I spend in that city.
Baden-Baden … I've been there twice, mainly for the reason of enjoying the famous, wonderful Spa. There are two Spa resorts to pamper yourself. The price is reasonable, and you will learn the magic power of mineral water there. If you like this place, there is another version in Cologne.
Karlsruhe … Not that great, most of the centre had been destroyed during WWII. Nightlife is not special, but there are some places with eating packages designed for students that are tremendous and cheap. If you are a guy and want to find a girl, forget it -- the university is mostly technical, so loads of competition!
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