About this tour
This 7–8 hour guided tour sweeps you across the Black Forest from Strasbourg, starting in the elegant spa town of Baden-Baden before climbing into the highlands along the Schwarzwaldhochstrasse for sweeping views over the Rhine Valley. You'll stop at Mummelsee for lunch among the peaks, then wind through the German wine route's half-timbered villages and vineyards. A small group (max 8 people) with a private guide keeps the pace relaxed and intimate.
Highlights
- Baden-Baden's belle-époque architecture and thermal gardens
- Schwarzwaldhochstrasse ridge walk with Rhine Valley panoramas
- Mummelsee alpine lake and Black Forest cake tasting
- Triberg waterfall entrance included
- Wine-route villages photographed from the road
- Seasonal hot chocolate or mulled wine breaks
What to expect
Expect a mix of walking, driving, and lingering. The morning explores Baden-Baden's parks and grand façades on foot. The mid-day hike along the Schwarzwaldhochstrasse is moderate—you're following a ridge path with steady views rather than scrambling terrain. Lunch happens at Mummelsee; bring appetite for regional cakes and hearty food (not included, budget accordingly). The afternoon loops through the wine route's postcard villages at a scenic pace, stopping for photos and brief detours into small towns. You'll arrive back in Strasbourg by early evening.
Good to know
Wear comfortable walking shoes and layers; highland weather shifts quickly. The tour suits all fitness levels but involves 2–3 hours on foot across rolling ground. Meals are not included except refreshments. Prams and wheelchairs are accommodated; service animals welcome. Parking and public transport links are available nearby.
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