The 9 Best Black Forest Tours in Germany

1.Black Forest Tour by car – start Offenburg or Freiburg

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 347 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $1,208Our pick

Private English Black Forest car tour from Offenburg or Freiburg, tailored by a local guide in 6 hours with flexible stops and water.

“We had the most wonderful experience on our Black Forest tour with Simone! From the moment we met her, her warmth and positivity set the tone for a truly special day. She’s incredibly knowledgeable not just about the history and culture of the region, but also about the hidden gems that make the Black Forest so magical.”

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2.Baden-Baden, Black Forest and Strasbourg Day Trip from Frankfurt

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 297 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $354

A fast, guided day trip from Frankfurt to Baden-Baden, Black Forest lakes, and Strasbourg, with a Petit Train ride and cathedral visit.

“We saw and learned so much! Thomas was great fun and eagerly answered any questions! Every stop was worth it! A variety of towns and experiences.”

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3.From Strasbourg: Black Forest and Baden Baden Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 95 reviews · 8 hours · from $253

Baden-Baden and the Black Forest in one day from Strasbourg, with Mummelsee Lake time and viewpoint stops, plus wine-route village photos.

“Great experience and Pauline was an amazing informative tour guide!”

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4.Black Forest: Ravenna Gorge Hike, Self-Guided

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 44 reviews · 4 hours · from $5Best value

Self-guided Ravenna Gorge hike from Hinterzarten with waterfalls, the oldest chapel, mills history, and a big cuckoo clock photo.

“This was a great tour and hike. Substantially more challenging than the description suggests, but completely worth it.”

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5.Baden-Baden, Black Forest, Strasbourg Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 35 reviews · 11 hours · from $347

Baden-Baden spa, Black Forest to Lake Mummelsee, then Strasbourg by Petit Train and Gothic cathedral, all from Frankfurt.

“We gather at the meet up point at 9.30 am and tour guide was very punctual. Comfortable 6 seater car since there’s 4 of us . Long drive to and fro but Thomas was very safe and skilful driver . He was professional, patient, friendly and made our tour interesting by sharing some facts and historical background . Enjoyed our tour through out . Highly recommend this tour if you intend to explore these part of Germany and France.”

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6.The best in Baden-Baden surroundings and Black Forest. Start from Baden-Baden

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 28 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $903

Private 6-hour Baden-Baden and Black Forest day from Casino glamor to Mummelsee, with roses, abbey charm, and a scenic High Road drive.

“Cezar Sanduleac was our guide for this tour. He was not very informative and seemed to be a little upset with my husband and I because we explored Baden-Baden when we arrived and saw some of the sights that were on the tour. He also did not like the fact that we are an older couple (76 and 81) and I was recovering from pneumonia and could not climb up hills rapidly because of shortness of breath. He cut several activities down to not at all or drive by rather than stop and let us explore. Very disappointed with the entire tour, especially given the high price and length of…”

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7.Black Forest. From Baden-Baden to Strasbourg. Two countries in one day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $1,192

Private Black Forest to Strasbourg day trip from Baden-Baden: casino, gardens, Mummelsee, waterfall, Notre Dame, and cake.

“Caesar was amazing!! We saw so much in just one day! Black Forest cake, the thermal baths, waterfall, Mummelsee, and Strasbourg!”

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8.Black Forest: Treetop Walk & Lookout Tower Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 19 reviews · 1 day · from $15

Walk 20m above the Black Forest, climb a 40m tower, and slide 55m down a tunnel, with learning stations included.

“Dobry jest sam pobyt w naturze. Stacje z ciekawostkami że Szwarcwaldu tylko w dwóch językach. Dodatkowa atrakcja jaką jest zjeżdżalnia była zamknięta.”

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9.Basel: Black Forest, Waterfall &Mountain, Lakes Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 1 day · from $902

Private premium day trip from Basel to the Black Forest, with domes, gondola views, a suspension bridge, and a waterfall.

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