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Is the Neuschwanstein castle in the Black Forest?

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Answer is No. Neuschwanstein castle is not in The Black Forest. Neuschwanstein castle is located 5 hours to the east of The Black Forest. I get a lot of inquiries about tours for The Black Forest from people who are located in Munich and planning to tour nearby Neuschwanstein castle. They wonder if they can just do a quick tour of The Black Forest. Unfortunately not same-day! Certainly we can arrange a tour for you. Just be aware that its not something you can do in 1 day round-trip. If you plan to drive to The Black Forest area and not return to Munich the same day, I can suggest some very nice hotels that would locate you in the more scenic or interesting parts of The Black Forest – depending on your preferences – what you would like to do or see. Let me know how I can help arrange a tour of The Black Forest for you.  Book your tour. To be clear, Neuschwanstein castle is located in Bavaria. Bavaria is a state …

Is Bavaria in the Black Forest?

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Answer is No. Bavaria (and Munich) are not in The Black Forest. How far is it from Munich to The Black Forest? Answer: about 5 hours drive by car or 6+ hours by train. I get a lot of inquiries about tours from Munich to The Black Forest, (Munich is located in Bavaria). Mostly people who don’t realize how far away Munich is, sometimes think they can just do a quick tour of The Black Forest. Unfortunately its about a 5 hour drive or a 6+ hour train ride to the Black Forest area from Munich one-way. Certainly we can arrange a tour for you. Just be aware that its not something you can do in 1 day round-trip. If you plan to drive to The Black Forest area and not return to Munich the same day, I can suggest some very nice hotels that would locate you in the more scenic or interesting parts of The Black Forest – depending on your preferences – what you would like to do or see. To be …

Tour Schauinsland

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A lot of people ask me about Schauinsland because they saw it online on other tour websites. Schauinsland is one of several mountains surrounding Freiburg, which has a gondola to a sight-seeing tower, 2 wind turbines, and a road that was the birthplace of hill-climb racing. The races are ancient history now. Schauinsland has the nearest ski slopes to Freiburg in the winter. But with bigger skiing only a short drive away in Switzerland, Schauinsland becomes the weekend playground for the locals in winter. We drive up the Schauinsland road to get to other places, but otherwise there is nothing really special that would lead one to go there when visiting the area. The views area OK, but not “soul-stirring” as Lonely Planet says. There are much better views in The Black Forest. Schauinsland is not really a destination for your visit unless you have nothing else to do for the next 5 hours but take cable car ride (weather permitting).

Tour Gegenbach

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We offer tours to Gegenbach. Gegenbach is located in southwestern part of The Black Forest. There are several ways to experience this beautiful town like a local. You can further explore the Black Forest from Gegenbach as your base camp. Visit Englegasse for an immersion in medieval houses. Gengenbach is near Schiltach, Loßburg and Alpirsbach. We offer many hikes and walking routes around Gegenbach and the surrounding area. Let us know if you would like to visit. We will customize a tour just for you.

Inquiry – Hiking Tour

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Please note that most of our Multiple Day Hiking Tours are self-guided hiking tours. You are not hiking as part of an organized group. Instead, you are hiking on your own. You receive all maps, trail descriptions and necessary information from us prior to your tour. We also take care of your hotel reservations and luggage transfer.

FAQ – Black Forest Trail

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If you are interested in hiking the Black Forest Trail please have a look at the most commonly asked questions below. For further questions or to submit a booking, please contact us. Season The Black Forest Trail Package is available from mid-April to mid-October. Included accommodation Breakfast buffet Free public transportation pass while staying in the Black Forest detailed route descriptions & maps luggage transfer between hotels. Your luggage transfer is organized by us, Black Forest Tours. We ask you to use the luggage tags you receive at the beginning of your tour to identify your luggage. When checking out of each hotel please drop off your luggage at the front desk. The hotel owner will know that your bag has to be transferred to the next hotel. We can lend you walking poles & a backpack for a small fee. Please book either one when booking your hike. Excluded Travel to and from start/end of the Black Forest Trail hike Lunches and dinners Travel insurance. Make sure you have travel insurance covering you against …

Hells Valley Trail

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Our Hells Valley Trail Package is perfect if you are looking for a flexible combination of easy hikes with options to take in other activities (or just relax) in nature – stop for food, drink and local culture & sightseeing along the way. On your first day we set you up with one of our own local guides who will take you on a guided hike. The guide will make sure you are well equipped for your next day of hiking on your own. Or choose to do some sightseeing instead! We Plan All Details stay in a Black Forest mountain town 3 star family-owned hotel Guided (half) day hike Well Marked & Easy to Navigate Tracks Choose your own Daily Distances self-guided hikes or sightseeing Difficulty: easy What’s the area like? The Black Forest is not what the English name suggests. It is not a single forest, but rather it is the name given to the mountainous region in the south-western corner of Germany. 60% of the land is forest. Therefore there is also a …

Roman Trail

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Our Roman Trail runs along the foothills of the Black Forest. You will really tour like a local in this post-card perfect world. We lead you to vistas and waterfalls and local eateries undiscovered by the crowds. We stop by a local schnapps-fountain where a farmer keeps his privately distilled liquor, naturally spring-cooled for all passers-by to sip. We handle all details for you Beautiful Black Forest town Family-owned & operated hotels Well marked trails & easy to navigate Choose your own daily distances Level of difficulty: easy What’s the area like? Our Roman Trail wanders through a beautiful valley on the edge of the Black Forest. The town you are staying in is nestled in a hilly area covered in vineyards and forest. A short bus ride up the road (you ride free during your stay) will take you up to the famous High Summit Road. We have designed this walking tour so you have a robust experience of the Black Forest, from the vineyards in the valley, into the forest and up to the mountains …