Southern Black Forest

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Freiburg showing street scenes
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Freiburg which includes a garden and views
Freiburg
Freiburg im Breisgau
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 kilometers) 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 kilometers) from Feldberg, an imposing forested mountain.

The Southern Black Forest is located in the state of Baden-Württemberg in southwestern Germany. Lodges, hotels and vacation 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
Carathotel Basel
Alte Strasse 58, Weil am Rhein, BW
The price is ¥14,847 per night from Jan 6 to Jan 7
¥14,847
¥15,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Weil am Rhein. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Sehr gutes Preis-/Leistungsverhältnis
"Trotz der Nähe zur Autobahn sehr ruhig gelegen. Freundliches Personal und großer kostenfreier Parkplatz. Gutes mexikanisches Restaurant und tolles Frühstücksbuffet. Eine wirklich positive Überraschung!"

Reviewed on Jan 2, 2025

Carathotel Basel
Wellnesshotel Sonnenhof & Sonnhalde
Wellnesshotel Sonnenhof & Sonnhalde
3 out of 5
Schwarzwaldstr. 9 / Hohlgasse 3, Uehlingen-Birkendorf, BW
The price is ¥14,393 per night from Jan 6 to Jan 7
¥14,393
¥16,114 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Uehlingen-Birkendorf. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Museum Husli and Rothaus Brewery ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (389 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with great facilities for a relaxing break"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2024

Wellnesshotel Sonnenhof & Sonnhalde
Hotel Stadt Lörrach
Hotel Stadt Lörrach
Belchenstr. 19A, Loerrach
The price is ¥27,897 per night from Jan 20 to Jan 21
¥27,897
¥30,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
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! (298 reviews)
"We have excellent service at this hotel! We were late arriving for lunch and even though they were not serving any longer, they took care of us! The chef himself came out to talk to us and prepared us an amazing lunch! We would stay here again!"

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2024

Hotel Stadt Lörrach
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Apartments zum Roten Lamm
Apartments zum Roten Lamm
Lammplatz 10, Bad Krozingen, Baden-Württemberg
Stay at this apartment in Bad Krozingen. Enjoy satellite TV channels and a coffee shop/cafe. Popular attractions Vita Classica Therme and Roemischer Steinkeller ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
Great spot to explore
"Great studio apartment with kitchen and balcony, easily slept 4. This is located over a restaurant-this is where you check in. Location is right in town and very convenient to everything. Note because you are right on town, this is not a quiet location- definitely has noise late at night and early ..."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2024

Apartments zum Roten Lamm
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 Feldberg Ski Resort ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"Brilliant place to stay, my only criticism would be that there isn’t air conditioning which when it is hot in the summer was a shame"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2024

Black Forest Lodge
NEW! Vacation apartment "Schwarzwaldblick2" 65sqm with balcony 2-4pers.+baby crib
NEW! Vacation apartment "Schwarzwaldblick2" 65sqm with balcony 2-4pers.+baby crib
Münstertal
Stay at this vacation home in Münstertal. Enjoy balconies, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions St. Trudpert's Abbey and ...
Schwarzwald Adventures
"This apartment is nestled in the very picturesque Untermünstertal area. There are hiking trails nearby, as well as a regional train. The apartment itself is very modern and cozy. The hosts are so generous and kind. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2022

NEW! Vacation apartment "Schwarzwaldblick2" 65sqm with balcony 2-4pers.+baby crib
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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