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An Epic 7 Day Black Forest Itinerary

16/07/18 ᛫ 21 Comments

Since visiting the Black Forest for myself back in May, I’ve been amazed by how many of you have got in touch to say its somewhere you’ve never thought of going before, but would now love to visit. So I thought it might be useful for me to share my day-by day itinerary as a starting point to plan your own trip. My itinerary was suggested by destination experts at Tourism Germany, who wanted to make sure I saw all the highlights of the Black Forest. Although I blitzed this route in just 4 days and 4 nights, I would suggest doing it over 7 nights for a more relaxed, holiday-style pace. Here’s my epic 7 day Black Forest Itinerary.

Breakfast Hotel Schlehdorn | Black Forest Itinerary

7 Day Black Forest Itinerary

Introducing The Black Forest

The Black Forest is a green and mountainous region of south west Germany. Its best known for its enchanting fairytale forests, quaint villages and spectacular scenes of nature (think lakes, waterfalls and mountains). The biggest town in the region is Freiburg, which is home to a pretty old town of pastel buildings and the gothic Freiburg Minster. The Black Forest is also an unlikely foodie capital of the world, with the small town of Braiersbronn boasting an amazing 8 Michelin stars across 3 restaurants.

Feldsee Lake | Black Forest Itinerary

This Black Forest Itinerary in a Nutshell

This 7 day Black Forest itinerary suggests spending 2 nights in Freiburg, 2 nights in Baden-Baden and 3 nights in Feldberg. It’s designed to include a range of highlights in the region, combining city, spa and plenty of activities amongst the nature. By including a stop in the famous spa-town of Baden-Baden, you can mix in some luxury or relaxation alongside getting active in the great outdoors. I found this itinerary to be a great introduction to the Black Forest and the route allows stop offs in additional places of interest along the way. A car is also essential for this route, whether it’s your own or a hire car. As the itinerary includes plenty of ‘outdoorsy’ activities, I would suggest doing this in either spring or summer time.

The Travelista | Black Forest Itinerary

Freiburg

How Many Nights: 2
Where to Stay: The Alex (a stylish and friendly boutique hotel on the edge of town with a great buffet breakfast)

Start your Black Forest adventure in the pretty town of Freiburg and allow 1-2 days for sightseeing, exploring and generally soaking up the al-fresco cafe culture. Start your exploration at the famous Munsterplatz, which is regarded as the heart of the Old Town. Step inside the iconic Freiburg Munster and browse the colourful Munsterplatz Market that is open daily. Navigate your way towards the eye-catching Blue Bridge for a great photo op, take a visit to the Sacred Heart Church and stop for a hearty lunch at nearby Cafe Huber. For something a bit different, you could also head to Europa-Park for the day (Germany’s largest theme park which is only a 30 minute drive from Freiburg).

Munsterplatz Freiburg | Black Forest Itinerary

Flower Market| Black Forest Itinerary

Freiburg | Black Forest Itinerary

Baden-Baden

How Many Nights: 2 nights
Where to Stay: Brenner’s Park Hotel and Spa (a luxurious 5 star hotel in the heart of Baden-Baden with fine dining and a world-renowned spa)

After plenty of exploring, embrace the ‘down time’ part of your itinerary with a stay in Baden-Baden. The drive from Freiburg to Baden Baden takes around 1.5 hours along a major highway. The Black Forest is home to a series of spa towns, and Baden-Baden is probably the most well known. You’ll find a range of hotels in Baden-Baden with a focus on wellness as well as two public thermal baths. For the ultimate treat, go Travelista style and indulge in a stay at Brenner’s Park Hotel and Spa. The hotel’s Villa Stephanie spa is one of the best I’ve ever experienced. But if spa-ing isn’t for you, there are plenty of museums on the Cultural mile and lots of elegant boutique shops in the old town. It’s also home to ‘the most beautiful casino in the world’ according to Marlene Dietrich.

Baden Baden | Black Forest Itinerary

Brenners Park Hotel Spa, Germany | Villa Stephanie | Black Forest Itinerary

Triberg

No overnight stay in Triberg, unless you want to extend your trip beyond 7 days

Next up, take the 1.5 hour drive from Baden-Baden to the small town of Triberg. Whilst this place may not look like much more than a main street with a few restaurants and cafes, it’s actually home to the tallest waterfalls in Germany. Nestled away in the dense forest behind the town, the multi-level falls are a spectacular sight and bridges and footpaths allow you to climb all the way to the top. I was surprised to find that the waterfalls are not well-sign posted at all, so make a note of the entrance at Hauptstraße 85. From there it’s a 5-10 minute walk to the falls. Parking is available in the town centre at Bergsee, Scheffelplatz or Adelheid. Entry is 5 euros per person and 4 euros for students.

Germany | Black Forest Itinerary

Hotel Schlehdorn Feldsee, Germany | Black Forest Itinerary

Feldberg

How Many Nights: 3
Where to Stay: Hotel Schledhorn (a charming family-run boutique hotel with spa, pool, fantastic restaurant and authentic alpine-style decor)

Once you’ve soaked up the beautiful sights at the Triberg waterfalls, head on to your final destination of this Black Forest itinerary; Feldberg. The drive from Triberg to Feldberg takes around 1 hour. Feldberg is the place I felt there was the most to see and do, so I’d recommend 3 nights to make the most of the area. Start your time in Feldberg with a easy hike to the stunning Feldsee Lake. It’s hidden in the forest and can only be reached by foot, so if you want to see it you’ve got to be willing to put the work in. From the car park its around a 1 hour walk, give or take depending on your pace.

Feldsee Lake | Black Forest Itinerary

The Travelista at Feldsee Lake, Germany | Black Forest Itinerary

Champagne at Hotel Schlehdorn Feldsee, Germany | Black Forest Itinerary

A visit to the Ravenna Gorge is also a must, which you can hike to or drive to. The Ravenna Gorge’s old railway viaduct is an iconic sight and the reward at the end of your journey. If you’re up for the 8km hike, drive to the town of Hinterzarten and follow this trail. About halfway in to your hike take a break at Hofgut Sternen.

Ravenna Gorge Germany | Black Forest Itinerary

Hugo Cocktails at Hotel Schlehdorn Feldsee, Germany | Black Forest Itinerary

Lake Titisee is also a must-visit when staying in Feldberg, and is probably one of the more touristy areas of The Black Forest. This picturesque lake is framed by lush mountains and is a hub of activity in the summer months. You can hire rowing boats and pedalos or you can hop on a large passenger boat for a relaxing river cruise – ideal after all your hiking and activities. If you want to avoid the crowds, check out the lesser known Schluchsee Lake and for some panoramic views take a ride on the Feldbergbahn (Feldberg cable car).

Lake Titisee, Germany | Black Forest Itinerary

Gelato | Black Forest Itinerary

Lake Titisee, Germany | Black Forest Itinerary

Getting There

If you’re flying, the closest airport is EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg. It’s a pretty unique airport that sits on the border of Germany, France and Switzerland and serves as the main airport for all 3 key cities. Plenty of hire car companies operate at the airport. Of course depending on your starting location, you could also drive. It’s an 8-9 hour drive from Dover in the UK.

Black Forest Itinerary

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What did you think of my 7 day Black Forest itinerary? Have you been inspired to visit this region of Germany or do you have any useful tips you could add to fellow readers? If you enjoyed this post, please leave me a comment in the box below. Jess x

This is a sponsored blog post that has been created in collaboration with Germany Tourism.

Hotel Schlehdorn Feldsee, Germany | Black Forest Itinerary

Hotel Schlehdorn, Feldsee

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Comments

  1. Bryson Fico says

    29th March 2021 at 3:55 am

    I love your guide and planned activities for a trip to the Black Forest. We are noting your recommended restaurants and hotels.

    Reply
    • Jess Gibson says

      11th May 2021 at 9:13 pm

      Thank you! I hope you get to enjoy the Black Forest soon 🙂

      Reply
  2. Autumn says

    27th May 2020 at 11:59 pm

    Thank you so much! My husband and I want to go to the Black Forest for our anniversary next year and this is a great guide!

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    • Jess Gibson says

      10th June 2020 at 1:12 pm

      You’re welcome! It’s a beautiful part of the world.

      Reply
  3. dimple mehta says

    4th January 2019 at 9:39 am

    thank you… my husband visited this area many many years back and wants me to come with him this year..your itinerary is superb..the only thing is that we wanted to stay for about three weeks in this area..just relaxing and walking around enjoying the spas..do u think its a good idea or u recommend it for a week only.

    Reply
  4. Bejal says

    4th August 2018 at 10:51 pm

    Loved reading this Jess. It brought back so many great memories of a trip I did many years ago. Would definitely refer to your guide if I ever visit again.

    Reply
    • Jess Gibson says

      9th August 2018 at 12:06 pm

      Thank you Bejal! I am so pleased to read this xx

      Reply
  5. terra @ terragoes.com says

    25th July 2018 at 4:13 pm

    It’s definitely on my bucket list – it looks beautiful!

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    • Jess Gibson says

      27th July 2018 at 11:17 am

      Thanks Terra! I am so pleased to hear that. Hope you get to visit one day.x

      Reply
  6. Mostlyfoodandtravel says

    23rd July 2018 at 10:58 pm

    This itinerary is spot on. Would love to visit the Black Forest however my husband is determined it will be a driving trip and I know the views will be really good but it will take too long. Definitely keep this in mind.

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    • Jess Gibson says

      27th July 2018 at 11:21 am

      Thank you! I am pleased you think so. Although you do need a hire car for this trip the actual drives aren’t long at all, and are in very bitesized journeys so you never feel like you’re on the road for too long. Plus you get all the fantastic scenery. Hope you can persuade hubby 😀 x

      Reply
  7. carliediem says

    19th July 2018 at 9:49 pm

    This was such a great post! I had never considered a holiday to Germany (not since a year 8 school trip!) but your most has convinced me to put it firmly on my list. It looks beautiful. Thank you for sharing 🙂

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    • Jess Gibson says

      23rd July 2018 at 11:36 am

      Thanks Carlie! I’m so pleased this post has inspired you to visit Germany again. I think it’s a really underrated country in Europe. It’s so beautiful too x

      Reply
  8. The Dubai Diaries says

    19th July 2018 at 10:30 am

    Looks so beautiful! My brother lives in Munich but I’ve not visited any of the places you went to. Did you try any black forest gateau?! 😀 Rachel xx

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    • Jess Gibson says

      23rd July 2018 at 10:36 am

      Hey Rachel! It is such a beautiful part of Germany. Munich isn’t too far, about 3 hours drive. Funnily enough I didn’t have any Black Forest Gateau or even saw it being sold anywhere! But The Hairy Bikers did a feature on it on TV at the weekend and confirmed it’s very much still a big thing in the area. x

      Reply
  9. Angie Silver (@SilverSpoonLDN) says

    18th July 2018 at 9:41 am

    What an amazing itinerary! I honest never thought of visiting until following your trip!

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    • Jess Gibson says

      18th July 2018 at 2:24 pm

      Ahh thats amazing to hear Angie! My work here is done 🙂

      Reply
  10. Jo says

    18th July 2018 at 4:06 am

    Looks like fun Jess. Germany is one of my favourite places and I’ve been at least 15 times (not even joking). I’ve not been to the black forest but it looks great. My favourite place is Berlin but I’m at Oktoberfest this year so that might change depending on how good the beer is haha!

    http://www.jettravels.co.uk
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    • Jess Gibson says

      18th July 2018 at 2:26 pm

      Thanks Jet! I didn’t know you were such a fan of Germany, 15 times is impressive. Ooh I honestly think you’d love the Black Forest and Freiburg if you ever went. It’s not too far from Munich, but I think it deserves a dedicated trip x

      Reply
  11. Laura says

    17th July 2018 at 1:12 pm

    This is a fantastic itinerary, I would love to explore this part of Germany, it looks so beautiful!

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    • Jess Gibson says

      18th July 2018 at 2:27 pm

      Thanks Laura, I am so glad to hear that! If you ever get the chance to visit this itinerary would be perfect for you x

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