Schiltach, Medieval town in Black Forest, Germany
Schiltach is a town in the Black Forest region situated at the confluence of the Schiltach and Kinzig rivers. Forested hills surround the place, and numerous buildings display typical timber-framed construction from various periods.
The place originated in the 11th century and was shaped by the Dukes of Teck, who built walls and a castle to protect their territories. These fortifications secured the strategic location between the rivers.
The market square displays a Renaissance town hall and numerous preserved timber-framed houses spanning several centuries. These buildings shape the character of the place and reflect its artisan past.
The town has two railway stations offering hourly connections to larger cities and opening up the regional network. Visitors should plan for walkability and proximity to nature for hiking opportunities.
A private pharmacy museum in a 19th-century building houses one of Germany's largest collections documenting the history of pharmacy. The collection shows how medicine and remedies evolved over the centuries.
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