Excursion destinations in the Black Forest

Excursion Destinations

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Nature, culture and experiences in the Black Forest

The Black Forest offers a diverse selection of nature experiences, excursion destinations, and traditional places. From idyllic hiking trails and viewpoints to charming towns and cultural highlights, many destinations are easily accessible from the Drei-Länder-Camp Lörrach for a day trip and invite you to discover the region at your own pace.

History
Experience
Active

Kandertalbahn (5km)

D-79576 Weil am Rhein - Haltingen - Kandern

Historical steam train with excursion program. Almost every Sunday with a lot of steam through the great Kandertal between Kandern and Weil am Rhein-Haltingen.

Water
Family-friendly
Active

Laguna water park (7km)

D-79576 Weil am Rhein, Dr.-Peter-Willmann-Allee 1

Adventure swimming pool with wild water slides, wave pool, adventure pool, outdoor pool with diving board, aqua fitness world, sauna park and wellness area.

Animals
Family-friendly
Nature

Steinen Bird Park (7km)

D-79585 Steinen-Hofen, Landstrasse

One of the most beautiful bird parks in Germany with fast-paced flight shows of birds of prey. Bird house, monkey park, Barbary ape feeding.

Design
Art
Architecture

Vitra Design Museum (7 km)

D-79576 Weil am Rhein, Charles-Eames-Str. 2

Weil am Rhein, the city of chairs, offers insights into the world of designer furniture in the Vitra House & Vitra Design Museum, as well as a wonderful place to linger.

Water
Relaxation
Spa

Balinea Thermen (19km)

D-79415 Bad Bellingen, Badstr. 14

Has one of the best mineral thermal waters in Germany. With outdoor pools, feel-good baths, Dead Sea salt grotto, aqua cycling and aqua Nordic walking.

Adventure
Nature
Discovery

Tschamber Cave (20 km)

D-79618 Rheinfelden, near Brombachstr. 3

Helmet on, also for children! And then head for an underground waterfall on a 600 m long footbridge without a guide. Directly on the Rhine, allow about 1 hour.

Nature
Hike
Experience

Erdmann Cave Hasel (20 km)

D-79686 Hasel

One of the oldest stalactite caves in Germany with fascinating giant stalactites. Special: The largest specimen is even in the Guinness Book of Records.

Cycling
Active
Nature

Bike bus to Feldberg (22 km)

Start from D-79669 Zell im Wiesental, train station

Take the bus to the highest mountain in the Black Forest. And down on small paths through nature. From May to October on all weekends and public holidays.

Hiking
Nature
View

Schluchtensteig (22 km)

D-79664 Wehr (or other starting points)

From Wehr to Stühlingen. A 118 km long hiking trail in the southern Black Forest, past gorges, steep cliffs, waterfalls and raised bogs.

View
Active
Mountain

Belchen cable car (35 km)

D-79677 Schönenberg, Belchen 1

Cable car to the most beautiful panoramic mountain in the Black Forest. Magnificent panoramic view and well-signposted hiking trails in the nature reserve. A true pleasure!

Action
Family-friendly
Active

Hasenhorn Coaster (40 km)

D-79674 Todtnau

Up with the chairlift. And rapidly downhill on Germany’s most spectacular toboggan run. Or with the bike. Hiking tip for families: the magic trail.

History
Experience
Family-friendly

Finstergrund mine (42 km)

between 79695 Wieden and 79694 Utzenfeld

Mine in the southern Black Forest from the 13th century. Take a mine train into the shaft and stop at the most interesting stations. Great for kids too!

Amusement park
Family-friendly
Active

Steinenwasenpark (57 km)

D-79674 Todtnau, Steinwasen 1

Family amusement park with coaster, toboggan run, ice world, glacier flash, river splash and the longest rope bridge in the Black Forest. Park with raccoons, lynxes, chamois.

Water
Nature
Active

Schluchsee (62 km)

D-79859 Schluchsee

Largest reservoir in Germany for the construction of which a village was flooded. Now a water sports paradise and bathing lake. Boat trips, Aqua-Fun leisure pool or hiking.

Nature
Walk
View

Kaiserstuhl (65 km)

D-79206 Breisach and other places

Unique region of volcanic origin. Sunken lanes, vineyards, educational trails, rustic wine villages, a unique animal world and rare plants.

View
Mountain
Active

Schauinslandbahn (72 km)

D-79289 Horben, Bohrerstrasse 11

Up to the Schauinsland (1284m). Magnificent view, museum mine, hiking areas. Rapidly down the mountain again on Europe’s longest scooter route.

Water
Relaxation
Spa

Badeparadies Schwarzwald

(73 km)

D-79822 Titisee-Neustadt, Am Badeparadies 1

Largest adventure swimming pool in southern Baden. 18 slides, stainless steel halfpipe and wave pool. But also relaxation in the palm oasis and wellness oasis.

Amusement park
Family-friendly
Action

Europa Park Rust & Rulantica

(94 km)

D-77977 Rust, Europa-Park-Strasse 2

Largest amusement park in Germany. Wild roller coasters, breathtaking shows and fairytale parklands, 4D cinema and themed parks by country.

Frequently asked questions about excursions in the three-country region

How far are the excursion destinations from the Dreiländercamp?

Many excursion destinations in Germany, France and Switzerland can be reached in a short time. Thanks to its central location in Lörrach, numerous destinations are ideal for day trips without long journeys.

Can I use public transport for my excursions?

Yes. With the KONUS guest card you can use buses and trains in the Black Forest free of charge during your stay. This makes it easy and sustainable to reach many excursion destinations.

Are excursions also possible without a car?

Yes, many destinations are easily accessible without your own vehicle. Public transport, cycle paths and well-developed hiking trails offer numerous opportunities for car-free excursions.

Are the excursion destinations also suitable for families with children?

Yes. In the surrounding area you will find numerous family-friendly excursion destinations such as parks, nature experiences, outdoor pools, museums and leisure activities for different age groups.

Where can I get more information and personal tips on excursions?

You can get current information and personal recommendations at the reception of the Dreiländercamp. In addition, tourist information offices in the city of Lörrach are available to provide further information material and tips on excursion destinations in the region.

Excursion destinations in the Black Forest