Southern Black Forest

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Southern Black Forest
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Freiburg
Southern Black Forest

Stop at a bustling university city, hike through dense forests and enjoy outdoor activities in one of Germany’s most picturesque regions.

Visit the Southern Black Forest for old farmhouses, vast moorlands and towering forested mountains. The region is popular for skiing, hiking, bird watching, rock climbing, mountain biking and more. The Southern Black Forest also features wellness spas, ski resorts and historic medieval towns.

Freiburg im BreisgauOpens in a new windowis a lively university city on the Southern Black Forest’s southwestern edge. The city, commonly referred to as simply Freiburg, has stunning botanical gardens, excellent museums, art galleries and medieval buildings. Shop and dine in the old town or take a cable car to Schauinsland, an imposing mountain with exceptional views and a solar observatory.

St. Blasien is a small spa town with a pretty river and historic buildings. Visit St. Blaise Abbey, a former Benedictine abbey located in the old town. Notice the church’s impressive dome, one of the largest in Europe. St. Blasien is also near the handsome lakeside resort towns of Schluchsee and Titisee.

Schluchsee is next to the largest reservoir lake in the Southern Black Forest Nature Park. It is popular for boat trips, fishing and nature walks. Hike along the entire length of the shoreline to appreciate stunning views of the surrounding wilderness. The shoreline walk is about 11 miles (18 kilometres) long and is suitable for families.

Stay in Todtnau for skiing in the winter and hiking and mountain biking in the summer. The enchanting ski resort town features wonderful attractions, including historic buildings, old farmhouses and one of the tallest natural waterfalls in Germany. Todtnau is also about 9 miles (14 kilometres) from Feldberg, an imposing forested mountain.

The Southern Black Forest is located in the state of Baden-Württemberg in southwestern Germany. Lodges, hotels and holiday apartments are available in numerous ski resorts, spa towns, villages and cities in the region. Enjoy fine German cuisine in cafés and restaurants in the university town of Freiburg.

Stay in the Southern Black Forest to see pretty villages, enjoy outdoor activities and explore some of Germany’s most magnificent natural areas.

Carathotel Basel/Weil am Rhein

Carathotel Basel/Weil am Rhein

Alte Strasse 58, Weil am Rhein, BW
The price is €99 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
€99
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Weil am Rhein. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
We couldn’t have been more satisfied
"After many hours on the road, we finally arrived at the "Carathotel Basel/Weil am Rhein" and we couldn’t have been more satisfied. The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming, and our room was absolutely perfect. We were given a huge, comfortable bed, and everything was clean and well-prepared. ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Carathotel Basel/Weil am Rhein
Vier Jahreszeiten am Schluchsee

Vier Jahreszeiten am Schluchsee

Am Riesenbühl, Schluchsee, BW
The price is €235 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€235
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Schluchsee. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Lake Titisee and Badeparadies Schwarzwald ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (249 reviews)
"All staff was very helpful and friendly. We loved the breakfast buffet and the Spa area. Fatima at the front desk was especially helpful and genuine!!"

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

Vier Jahreszeiten am Schluchsee
Hotel Stadt Lörrach

Hotel Stadt Lörrach

Belchenstr. 19A, Loerrach
The price is €162 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€162
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Loerrach. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Belchen and Burghof Loerrach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (315 reviews)
"Very helpful staff, lovely hotel"

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

Hotel Stadt Lörrach
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Apartment am Tannenweg

Apartment am Tannenweg

Badstrasse, 42, Badenweiler, Deutschland
Stay at this apartment in Badenweiler. Enjoy free WiFi, dry cleaning or laundry services, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Badenweiler Roman Bath ...
9/10 Wonderful! (10 reviews)
"We loved staying in this property!"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Apartment am Tannenweg
Die Sonne Nollingen

Die Sonne Nollingen

Beuggener Strasse, 24, Rheinfelden (Baden)
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Rheinfelden. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Tutti Kiese Culture ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
"Sehr gute Wohnung alles sehr sauber und neu."

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2025

Die Sonne Nollingen
Black Forest Lodge

Black Forest Lodge

Am Sommerberg 28, Feldberg
Book a stay at this boutique apartment in Feldberg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Lake Titisee and Badeparadies Schwarzwald ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
"I would definitely stay here again. The views are amazing, the property is quiet, the pool and sauna were great. For a family of four, we had the Deluxe Apartment and it was plenty of space. The rooms were large, the bathtubs overlooking the woods were amazing. There are a couple restaurants not ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Black Forest Lodge
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