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Clothing not optional at this German hotel

by Scott Carmichael (RSS feed) on Apr 3rd 2009 at 10:30AM

Guests arriving at Hotel Rosengarten better be prepared for their stay, this is not the kind of hotel where you show up at the very last minute, not knowing what to expect.

The hotel in the German Black Forest has a strict "no clothing allowed" policy, and guests are expected to be naked in all common areas.

Of course, nudity is still pretty much a taboo in the United States (unless it is on DVD's made here and sent abroad), but the Germans are so comfortable with nudity, that 2 villages in the vicinity of the hotel are working on legislation that will permit naked hikers to use some of the paths in the area as "nudity approved" routes.

The hotel does have a couple of rules guests will have to adhere to - sex is not allowed in any of the common areas, and photography is only allowed if those being photographed grant permission.

Check the gallery below for some folks who should NEVER go to a clothing-optional resort.

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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)

Emland Apr 3rd 2009 12:00PM

I'm guessing the Germans don't have a problem with sand fleas and biting flies like we do here in Virginia Beach.

g-spot Apr 7th 2009 7:14AM

only in the smelly areas

tom Apr 7th 2009 12:04PM

NO FLEAS IN GERMANY ! HALLO !

Eric Apr 6th 2009 8:34PM

I guess it's ok to wear sunglasses? I mean can you imagine the glare off a room full of naked ghost white europeans.

smoochme Apr 6th 2009 9:05PM

The only problem I'd have with complete nudity all of the time is in areas where food is served and consumed. Other than that, more power to 'em!

(_l_) Apr 6th 2009 9:30PM

wow, i'd like to visit there

Ana Apr 7th 2009 8:36AM

Trust me, having lived in the country next door (Belgium) for 7 years, no you wouldn't. I can think of few things less attractive, or as they would say "interesting", than a room full of naked Germans.

annie Apr 9th 2009 4:35AM

I agree, Anna. I live in Belgium, also, and have spent enough times at German hotels to see naked Germans in the pool and spa's. GROSS.

STEELHOGG Apr 6th 2009 10:24PM

Just wondering if dartboards are provided here or not?

Tom Apr 6th 2009 10:51PM

The only problem that I would have with this kind of place is, What do they think of men with erections? I don't know if there are any good looking people there, but I would hate to make people uncomfortable.

Jon Apr 13th 2009 3:10PM

I have been to nudist activities. Believe it or not, there were no erections. You go there understanding that it is inappropriate and miraculously, it doesn't happen. Remember though, that this isn't Baywatch. Most of the people would look better in clothing.

DJ Apr 9th 2009 4:35AM

I would think you can control yourself or lay on your freaking stomach or just don't get out of the water until you can act like a "big boy". Problem solved.

Derek Apr 7th 2009 12:35AM

If you flip through the pics I love granny in her thong.. All I can say is HOT !!!

Kaulitz Lover♥ Apr 10th 2009 2:31AM

well, that would be pretty creepy, i would wear a blindfold and wrap up in a towel....unless Bill and Tom Kaulitz (from Tokio Hotel) were there, of course I'd wear the towel still, but i wouldn't mind seeing Bill and Tom nude, one word about that....HOT WITH A CAPITOL HOT!!!!!

-Kaulitz Lover♥

dude Apr 7th 2009 3:07AM

The "S" stands for "Socially Retarded."
He is some kind of retard anyway. I hope he is
SMART enough to put shirt on when he talks to girls/guys. If he isn't retarded why does keep getting
sun burnt. I'm no derm-o-tol-o-gist, butt I think that
is not good your body.
WHO IS THE RETARD NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!

dude Apr 7th 2009 3:10AM

if he is sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
smart, I'd like to see him put together a desk top computer (without instructions)

Mike Apr 7th 2009 5:33AM

I live in Europe and nudity, even in hotel pool areas, saunas, etc., is a frequent sight. There is nothing more gross than seeing a flock of old German's naked in the sauna. Now, naked flight attendants on layovers, that's a different story!
There is a huge waterpark in Germany where clothing is not an option in the sauna areas. There are naked kids and adults lolling around in their nakedness.