Top Excursion Destinations in the Black Forest for Holiday Home Stays

Over the past decades, the Black Forest has become one of Germany’s most popular destinations for visitors from all over the world. Guests are drawn not only by the impressive landscape, but also by a wide range of excursion options. Thanks to this variety, almost everyone finds something that suits them.

This applies not only to sights and attractions, but also to holiday homes in many sizes and with different features. Whether you are looking for a spacious house for families or a smaller place for two, the Black Forest has plenty of options. And because the region attracts many ski enthusiasts every year, many properties are located close to popular slopes. This keeps the journey to the next run pleasantly short.

So how can you make the most of the "best weeks of the year" in the Black Forest? What is there to see and do? Many of the following excursion destinations look back on a long tradition. They appeal to solo travellers, couples and families with children alike.

The Höllental Railway

The Höllental Railway is an outing that appeals to both families and solo travellers. Many people find the view into the Höllental Gorge especially fascinating. Being free from vertigo is definitely an advantage here. The line connects Villingen and Freiburg. It is considered the steepest railway in all of Germany. On the steepest section, it conquers 400 metres in altitude over a distance of just 12 kilometres.

The Höllental Railway is also a means of transport with a long history. Construction began back in the 1880s. Even today, it continues to exert a strong fascination on visitors.

The Black Forest ski areas

In winter, ski fans regularly head to the Black Forest to tackle the different pistes. The broad choice of difficulty levels ensures that both beginners and advanced skiers get their money’s worth.

The Black Forest is also a good example of how ski holidays have become far more individual in recent years. One key factor in this development is the choice of the right accommodation. Here too, holiday homes have become increasingly popular. The advantages of this flexible type of stay are varied. Many holiday home guests appreciate above all:

• the convenient location of many properties
• the attractive value for money
• the modern furnishings
• the high level of flexibility

Which benefits matter most depends on the specific property guests choose.

The Hexenlochmühle

The Hexenlochmühle, as the name suggests, lies in the middle of the Hexenloch Valley near Furtwangen. From here, you can set off on several hiking routes with different levels of difficulty.

Anyone who has worked up an appetite while hiking will also feel at home here. The Hexenlochmühle is home to a small restaurant. Visitors interested in history will enjoy this stop as well. The mill was built back in the 1820s. Today it is used as a sawmill.

Europa-Park

Those looking for a classic amusement park will also find what they are after in the Black Forest region. Europa-Park in Rust is a particularly popular destination for families with younger and older children. On an area of more than 90 hectares, visitors can enjoy a wide variety of rides. In total, the park offers more than 100 different attractions, grouped into several themed areas.

To keep things varied, shows on different topics are staged at regular intervals.

Mundenhof

Mundenhof is an animal and nature adventure park located in the heart of beautiful Freiburg. Families with children especially like to visit. The park is considered the largest of its kind in Baden-Württemberg. There is an enormous amount to discover. Covering almost 40 hectares, the grounds offer the resident animals plenty of space to roam.

Many of the animals at Mundenhof are very trusting and allow visitors to get close. They have areas where they can withdraw, but they often enjoy being petted.

The Planetarium

The planetarium in Freiburg is an ideal place to change perspective for a while. Here, your gaze turns towards the sky. At the same time, you can learn more about outer space and distant galaxies.

There are also programmes prepared especially for younger visitors. The equipment is modern. The heart of the planetarium is its dome, which has a diameter of 13 metres. It is one of Freiburg’s most popular excursion destinations and is also regularly visited by school groups.

Mainau Island

Mainau Island lies in the middle of Lake Constance and is famous for its sea of flowers. No matter what time of year tourists visit, there is almost always a blaze of colour. The island gives seasonal plants the perfect stage to show off.

To get to the island you do not necessarily have to take a boat. There is also a road leading directly to Mainau, which can be used by car or bus.

Conclusion

A holiday home stay in the Black Forest is an ideal base for the "best weeks of the year". Around most excursion destinations, visitors can choose from many different properties. As always, anyone with very specific ideas about their holiday home should book early. The Black Forest has become a region that is popular all year round. Whether you want to ski in winter or explore the many hiking trails in summer, there is always something new to discover.