Discover Freiburg’s historic old town, the fascinating landscapes of the Black Forest, and the region’s cultural highlights. Look forward to a variety of excursions, impressive nature experiences, traditional crafts, and significant historic landmarks.
Arrival at Zurich International Airport (ZRH). You will then be transferred to your hotel in Freiburg im Breisgau.
Overnight stay: Freiburg
Discover the charming Old Town of Freiburg on a guided walking tour. Learn about the city’s history and admire its historic buildings, picturesque alleys, and major attractions.
Afterward, you’ll have time for lunch on your own.
After lunch, you’ll take the bus to the Schauinslandbahn valley station. Enjoy an impressive cable car ride up the Schauinsland, Freiburg’s local mountain, with magnificent views of the Black Forest and the Rhine Valley.
On a guided tour of the historic Schauinsland visitor mine, you’ll discover the fascinating history of the former ore mining industry and gain interesting insights into the miners’ work.
Afterward, we’ll take the bus back to Freiburg.
Overnight stay: Freiburg
Start your day with a scenic train ride from Freiburg to Hinterzarten.
There, you can enjoy an easy, relaxing hike through the Black Forest’s stunning natural scenery. The route, which is about five kilometers long, leads from Hinterzarten to Lake Titisee and takes about 90 minutes. Since the hike has no steep inclines, it’s perfect for a leisurely nature experience.
At Lake Titisee, you’ll have free time to explore this famous Black Forest lake and have lunch on your own.
Afterward, you’ll board your tour bus for a scenic drive through the charming countryside around the Feldberg and Schluchsee to St. Blasien.
There, you’ll visit the impressive Baroque monastery church with its monumental dome, which is one of the most significant religious buildings in the Black Forest.
Return trip to Freiburg.
Overnight stay: Freiburg
Enjoy a scenic panoramic bus ride from Freiburg through the idyllic Elz Valley and over the Landwassereck to the Vogtsbauernhof Open-Air Museum in the Black Forest.
On a guided tour led by an expert, you’ll discover the traditional way of life and work from centuries past. Historic Black Forest farmsteads, authentic furnishings, and fascinating insights into rural life paint a vivid picture of the region’s cultural history.
Afterward, you’ll take part in a hands-on workshop on traditional butter-making.
You’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
From there, the route continues along Federal Highway B294 to Waldkirch, a town with a long tradition of organ building.
At the Organ Museum, you’ll learn interesting facts about this unique Black Forest craft through a vivid presentation. The visit is rounded out with coffee and cake.
Return trip to Freiburg.
Overnight stay: Freiburg
In the morning, you’ll take the highway from Freiburg to the picturesque half-timbered town of Gengenbach.
On a guided walking tour of the city lasting about 90 minutes, you’ll discover the historic old town with its lovingly restored half-timbered houses, romantic alleyways, and impressive buildings.
Afterward, there will be time for lunch on your own and some independent exploration.
After that, you’ll continue your journey to Wolfach. At the historic Dorotheenhütte, you’ll learn about the fascinating art of glassblowing.
Watch a demonstration to see how artistic glass objects are created from molten glass, and gain fascinating insights into this time-honored craft.
Return trip to Freiburg.
Overnight stay: Freiburg
A scenic bus ride takes you from Freiburg through the picturesque Glottertal valley to St. Peter.
There you’ll discover the magnificent former Benedictine abbey, one of the most significant Baroque monastic complexes in the Black Forest.
Visit the impressive Baroque abbey church and the artistically designed abbey library. Learn more about the abbey’s eventful history, its cultural significance, and its extraordinary architecture.
Then the return trip to Freiburg.
The afternoon is yours to enjoy as you wish. Take the opportunity to take a leisurely stroll through the city, stop by a café, or explore Freiburg on your own.
Overnight stay: Freiburg
After breakfast, you will be transferred from Freiburg to Zurich International Airport (ZRH).
Afterward, everyone will make their own way home.
Prices: Upon request