Hiking & Exploring Black Forest in Spring

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Bismarckallee 5, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
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Duration

13 May - 17 May

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

15 people

Languages

English

About this tour

Embark on an unforgettable adventure to explore Black Forest this Spring while hiking together.

Discover the magic of the Black Forest in spring, when this iconic region in southwestern Germany transforms into a true hiking paradise. Trails wind through ancient pine forests, rolling hills, and meadows bursting with wildflowers, offering a perfect escape into nature.

As you hike along well-marked paths, enjoy the peaceful sounds of the forest, the fresh scent of pine, and the beauty of sunlight filtering through the trees. Along the way, you may encounter hidden waterfalls, scenic viewpoints with sweeping valley views, and charming villages that reflect the region’s rich culture and traditions.

After a rewarding day on the trails, relax with hearty local cuisine—from traditional sausages and rustic dishes to the famous Black Forest cake—before settling in for another day of exploration in one of Germany’s most enchanting landscapes. 🌲🥾

🧭 TRIP DETAILS

Start and End Date:

  • Option A – Wednesday afternoon, 13 May – Saturday evening, 16 May.
  • Option B – Wednesday afternoon, 13 May – Sunday morning, 17 May.

Meeting Time and Location: Meet outside Freiburg(Breisgau) Train Station from 2 pm on Wednesday.

Finishing Time and Location:

Note:

  1. Accommodation details will be shared with the confirmed participants closer to the trip date.
  2. If you are arriving / leaving earlier or later, please let us know in the sheet that will be shared with you closer to the event date, so that we can accordingly make the relevant arrangements.

Hiking Distance:

  • Day 0 (No hiking): Meet and greet in Freiburg.
  • Day 1: 10km – Discover Triberg & the famous waterfalls
  • Day 2: 15km – Hiking Feldbergsteig with with ascent and descent of around 300m over the course of the day.
  • Day 3: 10km – Exploring Baden-Baden and the doing the Panaromic trail.
  • Day 4 (No hiking): Heading back home.

Hiking Difficulty: Intermediate – Hiking moderate distance at moderate pace with multiple break times on steep paths and stairs (in certain parts), moderate elevation, sure-footedness and good fitness is required.

How to get to Freiburg?

  • Flight: Closest airports are Basel (Switzerland) or Frankfurt (Germany) and from there you can catch a train that will take 1 – 2 hours to get to Freiburg.
  • Train: Flixtrain and Db Bahn have cheap train tickets currently from Berlin to Freiburg (Breisgau) train station.
  • Please reach out directly for Flight or Train inclusive offers from anywhere in Europe.

🔜 WHAT IS NEXT?

  • WhatsApp Group: You will be added to a WhatsApp group dedicated to this event. This group is where you can connect with trip mates, coordinate arrival options and stay in touch.
  • Trip Briefing: You will find a link in the WhatsApp group description to a detailed trip briefing document providing details on what to expect, how to prepare etc.
  • Trip Info Session: Closer to the trip date, the guide will organize a group video call (Using WhatsApp or Google Meet) where the guide will go through the trip briefing document and also answer any queries / concerns that you may have regarding the trip.
  • Google Photos Album: You will find a link in the WhatsApp group description to the shared Google photos album where you can upload and view all shared photos and videos from the trip.

⚠️ OTHER THINGS TO NOTE

Please carefully read the following important information before booking:

  • Program Flexibility: The itinerary, activities, and venues may be adjusted due to weather conditions, safety considerations, or the size and dynamics of the group.
  • Right to Modify: Urbanature Travel (UNT) reserves the right to cancel the trip, modify routes, change accommodations, or reschedule hikes and activities if necessary, even without prior notice.
  • Participant Conduct & Fitness: UNT guides reserve the right to remove a participant from the trip if their behavior is disruptive, unsafe, or if they are deemed unfit for the specific activities involved.
  • Personal Responsibility: UNT is not responsible for any loss, theft, damage, illness, accident, or personal injury that may occur during the trip.

By joining the trip, participants acknowledge and accept these conditions, helping ensure a safe, respectful, and enjoyable experience for everyone involved.

⭐ WHAT ARE OUR REVIEWS LIKE FROM PREVIOUS TRIPS?

Our trips are shaped by the people who join us — and their feedback means everything to us.

  • Highly Rated Experiences: Participants consistently praise the organisation, unique routes, and friendly group atmosphere.
  • Thoughtfully Designed Itineraries: Reviews highlight how our trips balance adventure, comfort, and discovery without feeling rushed.
  • Great Community Vibe: Many guests mention making new friends and feeling supported throughout the journey.
  • Knowledgeable & Caring Guides: Our guides are often appreciated for their local insight, safety focus, and personal approach.
  • Memorable Moments: From epic landscapes to small shared moments, travelers leave with stories they love to tell.

You can check out real photos, videos, and testimonials from past trips on our event pages and social channels — and we’d love for you to be part of our next story ✨

Highlights

  • Discover Triberg – The Cuckoo Clock Capital - Explore the charming town of Triberg, famous for its centuries-old cuckoo clock tradition and home to the world’s largest cuckoo clock. The town is also known for the impressive Triberg Waterfalls, among the highest in Germany.
  • Discover Freiburg - A vibrant gateway to the Black Forest, Freiburg is loved for its sunny climate, medieval old town, colorful houses, and the famous Bächle streams flowing through its streets.
  • Feldbergsteig & Feldberg Summit - Hike one of the most scenic trails in the Black Forest, leading through forests, alpine meadows, and mountain landscapes to Feldberg (1,493 m) — the highest peak in the region with incredible panoramic views.
  • Feldsee Lake - Visit this beautiful glacial cirque lake nestled beneath Feldberg, often called the “dark eye of the Black Forest,” surrounded by steep forested slopes.
  • Panoramic Trail – Baden-Baden (time permitting) - A scenic hike past medieval castle ruins, forest trails, and dramatic rock formations with sweeping views over Baden-Baden and the Rhine Valley.
  • Discover Baden-Baden - One of the most elegant towns in the Black Forest, known for its grand architecture, historic spas, and status as part of the UNESCO Great Spa Towns of Europe.
  • Caracalla Thermal Baths (Optional) - Relax in the famous thermal spa inspired by Roman bathing traditions — a perfect way to unwind after a day of hiking.
  • Schwarzwald Railway Journey - Travel through the Black Forest on one of Germany’s most scenic railway lines, crossing tunnels, bridges, and spectacular mountain landscapes.
  • Baden-Baden Casino (Optional) - Visit one of Europe’s most beautiful historic casinos, known for its elegance, architecture, and centuries-old gaming tradition.

Included/Excluded

  • Community Guide and Leader for the entire trip. Note: English is the main language on this trip.
  • 3 x Nights shared apartment accommodation. Note: Refer to package for accommodation upgrade options possible.
  • 1 x Night shared hotel accommodation in Baden-Baden(based on ticket selection).
  • Breakfast supplies provided on all days.
  • Guided hike Feldbergsteig.
  • Guided hike in Triberg and around Triberg waterfall.
  • Entry to Black Forest museum.
  • Entry to Triberg waterfalls.
  • Complimentary Black Forest cake from one of the best cafe's serving this amazing cake.
  • Guided hike to castle ruins and panoramic trail in Baden-Baden.
  • Short guided walking tour of Baden-Baden.
  • All transportation included from the meeting location to the finishing location (based on your ticket selection).
  • Organizing lunch and dinner places (payment to be made by participants).
  • Access to a dedicated WhatsApp group for this event to connect with the other trip mates, coordinate arrival options and stay in touch (link to WhatsApp group in the ticket).
  • Access to a Google photos album dedicated to this trip, where you can share all your amazing pictures and videos.

Itinerary

Meet your guide and the rest of the participants outside Freiburg train station and then head to the accommodation or if you are arriving earlier or later, can meet directly at the accommodation in Freiburg. Note: We would be staying in Freiburg for the next 3 nights.

We take a train to Triberg from Freiburg that is considered one of the most beautiful train journeys in Germany. Once in Triberg, we do a short hike to get to the world's biggest cuckoo clock and also discover the area around the waterfalls. Once we have explored Triberg, we head back to our accommodation in Freiburg.

Post an early breakfast, we catch public transport to get to the starting point of Feldbergsteig hike. Today we would be hiking to the summit of the Feldberg, the highest mountain outside of the German alps . Once at the summit, we capture the stunning sights of Black forest before grabbing a bite or drink at the historic huts and possibly having a “black forest cake” (if they have not already sold out of it) before heading down and catching public transport to get back to our accommodation in Freiburg. For those that are interested, once back at Freiburg and post dinner, we head out for a few drinks in Freiburg.

Post breakfast and checkout, we head to Baden-Baden to explore this beautiful town filled with stunning French architecture along with a hike that takes you along ruins from the Middle Ages, offering a unique panoramic view of Baden-Baden and the Rhine valley. Post the hike, we head back to Baden-Baden and say our good bye's to everyone that is heading back home and for the rest that are staying over for in Baden-Baden you have the option of either visiting Caracella baths (100% recommended) or just taking a stroll in Baden-Baden and then meeting up for dinner later. Post dinner we visit the famous Baden -Baden Casino that combines style, history, exclusivity and elegance like no other casino and is one of the most traditional casinos in Europe. Experience the fascination of gambling in one of the most beautiful casinos in the world.

Post breakfast and checkout, we head to Baden-Baden train station where we say our good byes.

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

Free cancellation with 100% refund of trip (excluding any flights) up to 14 full days before the start of the trip. After that, cancel up to 5 days before the trip to get a 50% refund of the trip (excluding any flights).

If the event is cancelled by Urbanature Travel (UNT), you will get a full refund (excluding any airfares), unless you have purchased a flight inclusive package directly with Urbanature Travel (UNT) in which case you will get a refund including the flights.

Urbanature Travel (UNT) needs a minimum of 5 participants for this trip to take place, else we may cancel this trip.

Yes you can contact Urbanature Travel (UNT) on +49 152 2150 6123 (WhatsApp, Mobile or SMS) or alternatively you can also reach us on on +49 151 2486 7229 (WhatsApp, Mobile or SMS) .

Tour's Location

Bismarckallee 5, 79098 Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
From: €370,00

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