Schnee im Wald

Winter

in the magical Black Forest

Go on a discovery tour in Germany’s largest low mountain range in winter too. More than half of its area consists of a gigantic nature park with a variety of landscapes just waiting to be discovered. Discover unspoilt nature and views over impressive gorges, deep valleys and dense forests. Take a mindful winter hike through impressive hiking trails or challenge yourself on the ice skating rink. Of course you can also simply spend a cosy day in our wellness area, but if you fancy an adventure in the Black Forest, then the Black Forest offers an excellent skiing and snowboarding area. We have put together the best winter activities for you here.

Ski

Kniebis winter sports area

The region around the Kniebis offers winter sports enthusiasts many opportunities. It not only has a network of more than 100 kilometres of cross-country ski trails, but also 20 small ski lifts, including a snow park. An overview:

  • Three lifts and four pistes
  • Snowpark and floodlights
  • Almost 70 kilometres of trails
  • Many winter hiking trails

The Kniebis ski lift is the highest and therefore offers the best view. A slow lift and a small difference in altitude make it the ideal lift for beginners. More…

Winterwandern

Winter hiking

Fairytale winter hiking is at its best around Freudenstadt. There are several options available to you. For particularly active visitors, we recommend the route to Kniebis (HEAVY), which is around 14 kilometres and takes 3.5 hours. There are several refreshment stops along the way so that you can catch your breath and warm up. Less demanding, but no less appealing are tours into the Reichenbach valley (EASY) with 1:45h or through the winter forest (EASY) with 2:15h. You can find this and many more tours here.

Schlittschuh

Ice skating rink in Baiersbronn

In case of bad weather we recommend our guests to visit the ice rink in Baiersbronn. It measures 30 x 45 metres and is unique within a radius of 60 kilometres. There is a zone for curling at the back of the hall. Those who prefer to watch can take a seat in the visitors’ stands. If you have an empty stomach or cold fingers, the kiosk next door is waiting. Skates can be hired at the ticket office. More…

Skispuren

Winter sports

Numerous groomed trails offer beginners and experienced cross-country skiers unique conditions and unlimited winter fun. The cross-country ski trail network of around 100 kilometres runs around Freudenstadt and its districts, and the “Northern Black Forest” cross-country ski trail creates a great connection from Freudenstadt to the cross-country ski trails on the Black Forest High Road. There are also numerous ski lifts and pistes in Freudenstadt and along the Black Forest High Road that make the cold season a unique experience. Every slope and lift in our ski area has its own special features and its own charm. More…

Badeparadies

Panorama spa

The Panorama Spa in Freudenstadt offers several indoor and outdoor pools, a children’s pool, 3 slides, saunas, a vitality area with various grottos, wellness treatments and much more. The sauna area itself offers over 1,300 square metres. five saunas – a bio sauna, a sea-climate sauna and a spacious sauna with comfortable loungers in the indoor area as well as a log cabin sauna and a KELO log cabin sauna in the outdoor area. There are also hourly infusions. This guarantees bathing fun for the whole family. More…

Weihnachtsmarkt

Freudenstadt Christmas Market

At Christmas time, the Freudenstadt market square is transformed into an atmospheric winter wonderland. With the smell of mulled wine, roasted almonds and the like, you can stroll through narrow alleyways lined with a wide variety of stalls selling Christmas accessories to the sound of Christmas music. A visit to our local Christmas market, just a few minutes’ walk from the hotel, is definitely worth a visit. More…