A Walk in the Black Forest with Freiburg

All hotels were very good but it's inconvenient to arrive on their ruhetags, especially Hotel Peterle - we had made an online reservation at the nearby Bierhausle which we can recommend.  In Hinterzarten arrangements are in place to eat at the nearby Schwartzwald Hotel which was excellent.

The Schluchsee model railway museum seems to have closed but the Marklin World museum in Titisee has several excellent model railway layouts.

It's possible to slightly extend the Ravenna Gorge walk to visit all six new wood sculptures around the Hochmoor - see https://thomas-rees.com/die-moorwaechter/ for details and a map.

The church in Sankt Peter does not open until 11am on Fridays (due to cleaning) but is worth a visit.

On the way to Freiburg there is an interesting 'hidden' grotto beneath the chuch in St Ottilien (the door to it is inside the actual church).

The Tin Figure Museum in Freiburg closes for Winter in early October.

The walking map supplied by InnTravel gives details of the Kompass app.  If you wait to register for a 30-day free trial you will have access to all the necessary maps (including the photocopied ones).  It's possible to import the InnTravel routes and use GPS to locate your position.

We combined the walks Castles, Vines & Forests of the Alsace, 2 days in Colmar and A Walk in the Black Forest with Freiburg.  All of the hotels were delightful, the connections and luggage transfers worked beautifully.  As mentioned in other reviews, especially in the Alsace, we recommend making restaurant reservations in advance as these are small, intimate venues. We dined at several restaurants mentioned in previous reviews and enjoyed all of them.  Every meal was excellent, but often much more than we could eat.  The local wines were superb!

All of the walks were interesting and energetic but not exhausting.  The directions and notes were spot on and we were always confident of where we were.  We wish that we had added addtional days in those locations where there was a choice of walks so that we could have taken all of them. 

For us, one day in Colmar was enough, and so we  took the train to Strasbourg for the day.  If possible, schedule your itinerary so that you are in the larger towns on weekdays, as Sunday many of the interesting shops were closed.  In the cities, in addition to the walking notes that Inntravel provided, we downloaded walking tours from the internet for Strasbourg and Freiburg and those offered good information as well.   

Do check your document packet carefully, and if there is anything missing or you have questions, reach out to Inntravel immediately.  This was the first time I found myself frustrated with customer service.  However, I hope this is a passing problem, and I am already looking forward to our next trip with Inntravel.  

A delightful experience which we would thoroughly recommend.  The Inntravel 'package' (interesting walking routes, clear notes and great accommodation) was once again outstanding.  Highlights in Alcase included walking through the vineyards during the grape harvest up to spectacular castles and amazing views.  The Black Forest holiday gave us equally rewarding experiences and contrasting cultures (food, scenery, history etc).

An added bonus is meeting other likeminded Inntravelers and sharing experiences over meals.  (We have developed the habit of taking the Inntravel folder to breakfast as a conversation starter.  Perhaps Inntravel could come up with and supply some other suitable identifying accessory eg pin, scarf, cap etc) 

So many highlights! The Feldberg walk, and walk between Hinterzarten and Kirchzarten were amazing, but the Ravenna Gorge and Shepherd Boy trail were also beautiful. We liked the options of slightly shorter or flatter days, and were able to use the excellent train service to select walks to suit weather conditions.

Just staying in lovely hotels was a treat, and as it was our first time abroad since 2019, Inntravel did not disappoint!

Despite very wet weather on some days we had a delightful time in the Black Forest. It felt as if time had stopped still with the countryside unchanged (apart from solar panels!) for centuries. The small towns we stayed in were delightful and gave an insight into German life. The Peterle Hotel was a particular highlight- we were given a warm welcome and enjoyed wonderful food and wine there.

The Ravenna Gorge walk from Hinterzarten was well worth it - the Titisee Lake walk (also at Hinterzarten) was probably the least interesting of all the walks offered. Restaurants in Freiburg seem to get very busy (particularly the good ones!) and hence it is a good idea to book.

We thoroughly enjoyed the walk through the Black Forest which gave us the opportunity to visit and explore this beautiful corner of Germany. The scenery is picturesque throughout - high meadows with wonderful views, the sound of cowbells, beautiful rural buildings decorated with flowers and very pretty towns, before reaching the stunning city of Freiburg.  

The pick of the hotels was Hotel Sonne in Kirchzarten - a cleverly restored hotel providing stylish and comfortable accommodation.  They took care to accommodate the vegan requirements of one in our party (which otherwise on this trek was a challenge).  Hotel Peterle in Feldberg-Falkau was unfortunatley only partially open which diminshed the experience on our opening two nights.

Great variety and choice is provided in the walking routes.  Each hotel offers a two-day Konus Card that provides free travel on trains and buses (note that i/d is required to use the card and was sometimes enforced).  We found the trains and buses to be spotless and perfectly on time and these provided many opportunities for some excellent linear walks.  These also enabled, on a couple of occasions, for more than one walk to be squeezed in - day 3, Ravenna Gorge and then Titisee; and day 5, walks from St Peter and then from Schauinsland (with a quick lunch in between at the cafe opposite the Kirchzarten bus station).  Our favourite walks were day 2 Feldberg to Hinterzarten (don't miss a stop at the drinks station Getrankestation Milchhisli with views to Feldberg mountain), day 4 Hinterzarten to Kirchzarten (including 360 degree views from the hilltop war memorials, and the Hofener Hutte cafe on the route down), day 5 walk from St Peter (including the stunning views from Lindenberg and Haus Maria), and the final day walk into Freiburg (including lunch at St Ottilien on the way down) as the scene gradually shifts from isolation to a buzzing city life.  It is worth packing swim gear - we enjoyed a pleasant splash in Schluchsee Lake on day one.  The water was warm and clean.  Weather was mixed - sometimes warm and sunny but when it rained, it really rained and decent waterproofs were a necessity.

With Hotel Peterle being partly closed we enjoyed two splendid meals in Expresso Restaurant and Bierhausle Restaurant in Feldburg.  In Freiberg, La Cicogna was decent (Italian and welcoming) and the Freierling brewery provided excellent beer and a limited but adequate dining menu.  A great lunch option in Freiburg is Adelhaus vegetarian cafe (where you pay according to measured weight of the filled plate) which was welcome following the otherwise regional emphasis on meat and potato dishes.

Our favourite hotels were the Oberkirch in Freiburg and the Peterle. Landgasthof Baren in Kirchzarten, which we booked ourselves as the Sonne and sister hotel were both full, is also highly recommended. The most attractive walks for us were: Ravenna Gorge, St. Peter to Kirchzarten, Feldberg-Falkau to Hinterzarten and Schauinsland to Kirchzarten. We used the local trains and buses to shorten the walks as needed. We enjoyed the 1 1/2 hour visit to the silver mine/museum at Schauinsland (other options 45 mins and 2 1/2 hours.) Although the guide spoke German only on the tour, we were given a leaflet in English and it was a great experience overall!

Avoid arriving at any hotel on rest days and in particular the Hotel Peterle which had 2 consecutive rest days. Food, service and hotel location at the Imbery were very good.

A fabulous journey through the Black Forest with lots of interesting walks along the way. Highlights would include the Feldberg and Feldsee walk - the views of the snow-covered Swiss Alps in July was unexpected and Feldsee is stunning. The hospitality at Peterle and Sonne Hotels was particularly excellent, and a room looking directly over the Munster in Freiburg was amazing! Climbing to the top of the munster is a must as long as you have a head for heights, and the Feierling beer garden was a great recommendation. 

A beautiful and unspoilt area of Germany which was a delight. Freiburg is the real jewel in the crown providing a splendid place to end.  We enjoyed travelling by train, London to Paris to Freiburg and then a local train.  Finally, I always love it when we are the only English people as we get an authentic local experience.

The Hochschwarzwald is a beautiful area of mountains and alpine meadows with traditional wooden farmhouses. The valleys have more arable land. It is a popular holiday destination for Germans and Swiss and is very friendly. Beer is, of course, ubiquitous but there is a move to a more international cuisine. The local meat, dairy, bread and vegetables are excellent. Freiburg is a delight: many ancient buildings, art, culture and high end shopping, especially shoes. Martinbräu is a great bar and restaurant. 

Germany and the Black Forest were a wonderful surprise. Such beautiful countryside, such great food and charming people. A lovely place for a weeks walking. Freiburg is a must as an add on. A vibrant city, full of culture, history and fun. 

We thoroughly enjoyed this trip. The scenery is superb and the food in general excellent. The petit gourmet menu at The Peterle with matched wines was exceptional. We thought there were a lot of included meals and it was very good value for money. The walking was generally undemanding with a couple of steepish descents. 

I'd recommend if travelling this route by train to expect delays (apparently a recent stat reported only 58% of German trains are on time) and if you are delayed try to relax and go with the flow!

After arriving an hour late and a bit travel frazzled at the Hotel Peterle (just before 8pm) we quickly relaxed as we were served a delightful meal of local seasonal food with accompanying wines. The hotel provided me with a beautifully decorated breakfast table for my birthday.

Loved seeing red (black) squirrels running around, the fish in the Feldsee and a hummingbird hawk moth feeding from the geranium flowers on our balcony. 

A personal highlight was a cold beer after arriving at the Hotel Sonne after a long enough hot walk from Hinterzarten. 

Freiburg was delightful to stroll around at leisure and there were so many lovely old buildings to appreciate. When staying at the Hotel Oberkirch do not leave your window open at night, the quarterly chimes are loud enough and the vigorous bell ringing at 6am will ensure you are awake. The hotel supplies earplugs for a reason.

I have just finished two back to back walking trips, 'Castles, Vines, Forests of Alsace', and 'A Walk in the Black Forest with Freiburg', separated by two nights in Colmar, and I would encourage anyone thinking of walking in this part of Europe to consider this combination. Even though geographically the walks are close, they are complementary from a cultural, cuisine, and landscape perspective. On the French side the route goes from a series of ancient villages set amongst some of the most famous white wine vineyards in France through forests with many viewpoints over the Rhine Valley. On the German side the routes go from idyllic Black Forest pastoral landscapes, through deep forests to mountaintop lookouts, and one appreciates why many Germans consider themselves to be a "forest people" with a mythological link to the Schwarzwald, Black Forest. Colmar is a picture perfect traditional French Alsacian city with canals and half-timbered buildings lovingly preserved with a distinct legacy of its many Germanic roots.  

Excdllent walking notes and guidance. Lovely scenery and it was great to stay an extra day in Freiburg to explore after the walking.

A wonderful holiday - the routes are well thought out, instructions thorough and alternative options at each location good in the event of poor weather. We experienced rain at the start of Day 1 so decided to walk the Shepherd Boys' Trail  and were pleased we did as it is very scenic and lovely to read about the history. As mentioned by other reviewers, it may be best to consider completing the Ravenna Gorge early in the day before the coaches arrive. If you do this walk in the morning the Titisee circuit is a nice combination to do in the afternoon. The St Peter trail is very picturesque but would recommend getting the train back from Himmelreich rather than walk the valley floor back to Kirchzarten. We enjoyed the trail over to Freiburg and can recommend a lunch stop at the Forest Restaurant St.Ottilien - lovely outdoor area and friendly staff (at about halfway, after the ascent). As we had a full Sunday in Freiburg and didn't depart until late Monday afternoon we added an extra walk - the Schónberg Gipfel loop from Vauban (Komoot app). We can recommend this circuit on a sunny day if you wish to experience the wonderful views from the other side of Freiburg. The Schónberghof half way around being another ideal place for lunch. Lovely area of Germany for its scenery, wildlife and hospitality. Hotels Peterle, Sonnen and Oberkirche are all excellent.   

This was the first time we had been to the Black Forest. The villages and towns where we stayed and the well chosen walks provided an excellent view of what is very pretty countryside. We were surprised at the wild flowers still blooming in September and can imagine that the walks would be spectacular in the spring. It is hard to pick favourites but the walk through and up out of the Ravenna Gorge and the walk from St Peter to Kirchzarten were definitely highlights. In the case of the latter don't bother with the dull walk back along the valley floor into Kirchzarten. Catch the train back (free with the Gastekarte) and use the time saved to enjoy a glass of wine or coffee instead. There is plenty of interest to see in Freiburg but, if you have a spare day, it is easy to take the train out of the city to see more of the Black Forest. The Freiburg Information Centre is very helpful in this regard. We took the train to Schluchsee and had a walk along the lake since we had not had time to take Option C when staying in Falkau.

Our 4th holiday with Inntravel and probably our favourite so far - with the Douro running a close 2nd. The scenery was spectacular and the walks excellent. The free train/bus passes were very useful. We had an amazing holiday

HIGHLIGHTS: The first day walking to the tower was very memorable. The walk was varied with spectacular views. Also nice option to get the cable car.

HIGHLIGHT: The last  walk to Freiburg where we emerged through the forest provided splendid views of the city below and from there we had a lovely walk into Munsterplatz and our final destination. 

Downloading the maps onto a phone proved to be incredibly useful. We added an extra walk by taking the train from Freiburg and doing the Schluchsee walk which we had missed out as we didnt have envough days in Falkau. Fun going back through the places we had walked and also seeing Schluchsee. Hinterzarten  - we did Ravenna gorge in the morning then took the train to Titisee and walked back - nice combination to do in same day.

We thoroughly enjoyed our active walking holiday in the Black Forest followed by a relaxing couple of days in the beautiful small city of Freiburg. The Inntravel itinerary has been well thought out with options each day for different levels of difficulty. The perfect walking terrain varied between dense forests of magnificent trees and lush green meadows and valleys. Even in August, we could walk for hours without seeing anyone, although the top of Feldberg (we added an extra 2 miles to reach the actual summit) and the visitor centre of the Ravenna Gorge were quite busy. We were grateful to a previous reviewer who recommended walking to Sankt Peter (and taking the bus back) rather than starting with the bus and walking downhill back to Kirchzarten. We decided to do the same as we much prefer to walk before reaching our goal for the day … and also enjoy the challenge of walking uphill. The views along the way were amazing. We felt we made the most of our single day in Hinterzarten where there were two recommended walks. We completed the Ravenna Gorge walk in the morning, then walked though the forest to Titisee in the afternoon and took the train back.

We particularly enjoyed the Hotel Peterle with the passion of its owners and staff really shining through. The Hotel Sonne with its great restaurant and wonderful position in Kirchzarten was another highlight. We also loved our room at the Hotel Oberkirch in Freiburg where we looked directly at the Munster and had a great view of all the activities of Munsterplatz with its daily market and evening entertainment. All in all a wonderful holiday in a beautiful part of Germany. We're already looking forward to our next Inntravel adventure.

There were far too many highlights to single any out, but we learned to rely on the Wikiloc app and the Inntravel supplied data files rather than just the written directions for two reasons: if your head was down reading the directions you could miss some of the great scenery and views; and Wikiloc would emit a loud sqawk if you took a wrong turn. The Ravenna Gorge was crowded with tourists doing just that walk, but the rest was gloriously free of crowds. 

We loved the varied and beautiful walks and the rich variety of flowers butterflies insects and birds. The trails apart from the Ravenna gorge were also astonishingly quiet. We especially loved each of the walks between the hotels. The Shauinsland route was tough as it was a continuous descent on loose stones and our calves struggled. It was incredibly hot and humid during our stay with temperatures getting into the 30s so on one day we booked into Aquafun in Schluchsee. Lovely views with shade and pool and lake swimming to cool off. 

The food was hearty and tasty but for us the highlight was the menu at the hotel Sonne, delicious. 

Freiburg is a beautiful little city and a fun way to complete the holiday.

Another great Inntravel holiday, well organised as ever, with superb hotels and walks.  The walks were a very peasant mix of woodlands and meadows, often with amazing views.  The tracks were well signposted and easy to follow.  The grading was about right for us; we averaged just under 10 miles per walking day.

We had an extra night at the Hotel Peterle and therefore could do both the Feldburg-Falkau circuit and the Shepherd Boys' trail.  Both excellent walks, especially the former with its far-ranging views.

We were very luck with the weather, and did not need waterproofs or fleeces at all.

Freiburg is well worth visiting.  Our full day there was a Sunday when all of the shops were closed (meaning the city was very quiet), but the museums were open.  While dining at the Hotel Oberkirch's restaurant on Sunday evening, we were treated to a concert by the Freiburg Baroque Orchestra in the Munsterplatz as part of Freiburg's music festival.

Once again, many thanks to Inntravel for a fantastic holiday.

This was an excellent holiday through ancient woods and flower filled meadows. Lots of butterflies, a beaver dam and occasional eagle soaring overhead. Enjoyed all our hotels and historic/lively Freiburg was a gem at the end.

Thanks to Inntravel I had the best 60th birthday ever, it was perfect from start to finish…we loved every minute and we were blessed with wonderful weather too. This is our fourth holiday with Inntravel and our third one in Germany and it did not disappoint. The owners and staff at the Hotel Peterle were friendly and the father and son cooked together creating some wonderful food. The walks on the holiday were great, the only one we found a little short and touristy was the Ravenna Gorge as it was teaming with three coach loads of American tourists and unfortunately we were also in the German school holidays so were warned of going to Lake Titisee for the same reasons. However all the rest of the walks were beautiful and so picturesque. Be mindful to look out for the schnapps cupboard on the tree towards the end of the Shepherd Boys' Trail as it is not mentioned in the notes, but really was the highlight of our day…it was so unexpected and highlighted the honesty and integrity of the people in the area that such a thing could exist. As always with Inntravel holidays we never ever tire of the sense of adventure making your own way around on foot and meeting amazing people along the way. Thanks again for such a wonderful trip.

The walk from St Peter to the Lady Maria church was stunning - I would do that again in a heartbeat, although the second half of the walk was tricky in parts (steep and narrow). We also thoroughly enjoyed the walk through spoon valley and the Ravenna gorge/high moor at Hinterzarten. This is the only walk that took longer than the recommended time as we kept stopping to look at all the industrial heritage. It was still sufficiently short that we made a trip to Titisee in the afternoon by bus and walked around there, too.

Yet another hugely successful holiday with Inntrave! The Black Forest is a beautiful place especially in May with the flowers and many coloured trees. The hotels were excellent and the food better than we had expected with the Hotel Peterle being the highlight because of the wonderful food and their attention to personal detail. The walking was varied and compatible with what we expected and some rain did not deter us! Freiburg is a beautiful city and not to be missed with the beautiful Münster and wonderful market. All in all a great holiday and we would definitely recommend it for future travellers. 

Had fun on the walking holiday. There were a few challenging climbs but if you take it slow and easy we were able to make it even for our group of Senior citizens.  Hotels were nice and the food at the hotels we stayed at were excellent.  Hike up the Ravenna gorge past the Viaduct was awesome with it's steep walls, moss everywhere and the 8 bridges was a real hiking treat.   There were a few tourists on that portion but most of the other routes we saw very few others.

It was a joy to walk on such well signposted routes. Combined with Inntravel's guidance notes it was easy to find our way around and make adjustments if we wanted to.

Hotel Peterle was superb. Would recommend a mandatory night 1 there prior to walk ie 3 nights.  I know it was suggested, and we were sorry we didn't take up that suggestion, although we managed a great Day 1 of walking. The Shperherds trail good for day 1 walk to get used to the notes.

We thoroughly enjoyed this walking holiday.  The scenery was both beautiful and varied, from rolling pasture land to hills with great views, lakes, the gorge and of course the beauty and the peacefulness of the Black Forest.  The food was wonderful, my particular favourite was a pudding with the flavour of Green Tea - unusual but it worked very well.  Thank you team InnTravel for another exceptional walking holiday.  We will be back.

This is an excellent and varied walking holiday. We are two fit 66 year olds and some of these walks require a bit of stamina because of the ups and downs and the varied terrain underfoot - if you're not a young whippersnapper, we'd recommend you get some time in your legs before you undertake this. Having undertaken a 'training' regime', we had no problems with seven days back to back walking though (we added a couple of extra days). We've found it hard to decide which was our favourite walk, they were all enjoyable in different ways.  Our highlight hotel was the Peterle - wonderful friendly service and charming people. Food and wine were excellent - the family are great hosts and really do care for their guests. The church at St Peter is an absolute gem and we enjoyed this walk very much. A caveat for the Hotel Oberkirche - if you are in the building in Schustersrasse, make sure they explain the code to get back in the buidling in the evening. They didn't tell us (and others) and it's not good to be left locked out at 10pm. We spoiled ourselves on our last night in Freiburg with dinner at the Wolfshohle - what a great evening of food and wine that was. Highly recommended. A further highlight on our final morning was hearing someone play the organ (or might have been all four organs judging by the sound!) in the Munster - it was an incredible experience with the music filling the whole space, almost as if it were a surround sound system. If you hear the organ start to play - get inside quick. Finally a word for Inntravel themselves - our return flight was cancelled when we were waiting at the boarding gate. Inntravel were simply superb - they booked us accomodation and a flight back via Frankfurt the following day as there was no flight home from Basel until three days later. This was all done calmly and speedily - what a relief it was in a very stressful situation. How a company responds when things go wrong is always the true mark of their quality and we could not have asked for more of them.

This was a wonderful holiday. The area is so beautiful, the walking was varied and your routes were excellent, although occasionally challenging. Your instructions and the walkers' signs everywhere made following the routes easy. The hotels were all very good and our rooms were lovely but we particularly liked Peterle and the Waldhotel where we had a very friendly welcome and the food was fantastic. Our favourite was Peterle where we were very glad had booked an extra night in order to do 2 walks. Our highlight was the wonderful walk from Alpersbach to Feldkirch with 360 degree views from the Hinterwalkopf.

Tips - the walk into Freiburg does not take 6 hours! Out timings were usually close to yours but we did this walk in 5.

If you don't want to do the steep climb back out of the Ravenna Gorge, you can use Inntavel's instructions for the return from Hinterzarten from the Titisee walk-useful in poor weather, not steep and very attractive.

Do ask for the wine list to see prices before you let Herr Fehrenbach give you his recommendations!!

Fantastic service from Inntravel who kept us informed and retained our deposit throughout the COVID pandemic. Rearranging it was straightforward. Hotels were all brilliant & the included gourmet food evenings were a real treat. The walk notes were of extremely high quality (particularly as they highlighted times when it would be easy to choose the wrong path). Support from GPX files was also helpful. Would definitely recommend Inntravel and will travel with them again in the future. Thanks for a lovely holiday!

Book well ahead for dinners not included or hotel closure.

Don't miss out on the lake swimming if the weather is appropriate - brilliant.

Fantastic holiday  -  thank you.

This walking holiday has wonderful scenery and landscapes, with spectacular views over the countryside and forest. We enjoyed the lake swimming, and the contrast between forest and meadows, which emphasised the quietness and lack of pollution of the region. The walks were not difficult, but sometimes rather long. It was rewarding to walk 20,000 steps a day for 6 consecutive days, with time for rest stops, but as older walkers (67 and 72) the distances were sometimes challenging. Overall, the views and the landscapes made all the effort very worthwhile. We also enjoyed Freiburg, a beautiful and ethical small city. 

A real pleasure: good hotels, great locations, excellent food, interesting walks, friendly locals.  A real tonic.  German walking routes are superbly maintained and ridiculously well signed.  Only one mistake in the week, and this was caused by some rascal rotating a sign - always good to check against the map!  We had lunch en route - always more food than we could eat.  A feature of travelling Germany is drinkable zero alcholol beer - much appreciated by Mrs B.  Some of the walks are harder than expected, especially on exceptionally hot days - but we survived.  Final walk into Freiberg where you come out of the woods into the centre of the city is particularly satisfying.  A highlight was meeting a ladies choir walking through the woods singing - delightful.

Excellent introduction to Black Forest for our first visit.

Very good choice of hotels and walks.

Very well organised.

We have thoroughly enjoyed our walking holiday in The Balck Forest. Wonderful walks through the forests, especially when it has been so hot!, was a delight, and the great views across alpine meadows, butterflies, flowers was beautiful. All hotels were excellent choices. The included dinners were a high standard, included Soup of Mountin Hay at Waldhotel, made by Josef from his foraging! The walking was a challenge on some sections, but it was very hot, and you can take your time and worth it for the views. The Ravenna Gorge walk is a must, but add on the train ride to relax by Lake Titisee too. The add on nights in Freiburg was a good option, an attractive small city with cobbled streets and squares. We have been on many Inntravel holidays, and would definitly recommned this one.

The walks are a delight for wildflower and butterfly lovers at this time of year.

Our friends laughed when we told them we were going walking in Germany. You will be eating pork and potatoes all week they said. In fact nothing could be further from the truth. The gourmet meal with curated wines to match at Hotel Peterle was incredible. We also loved Josef's cooking at Waldhotel Fehrenbach which included lichen soup and a deconstructed black forest gateau. Both hotels served beautifully presented food which massively exceeded our expectations. This was our 7th holiday with Inntravel and one of the best. An Inntravel holiday feels like travelling independently but all the research and arrangements have been taken care of behind the scenes. Smooth and worry free slow travel. We loved the walking through forests and butterfly filled meadows. The Black Forest was stunning in all respects including the weather which was dry every day we walked and in fact a little too hot at 30C one day. There was an amazing thunderstorm one night - when it rains, it really rains. The cuckoo clock shop at Ravenna made us smile. We also did the Freiburg add on with 2 nights at Hotel Oberkirch. There was a wine festival in the Munsterplatz just outside the hotel for both the nights we were there. Our hotel was perfectly located both for this and wandering around the Altstadt of Freiburg which was beautiful. We would highly recommend this holiday.

We loved the Black Forest and most of the walks were suitable to our level. The hotels were friendly and the service was good.

Our personal highlight was the delightful mountain meadows, which were full of flowers and insects. The woods were also stunningly beautiful places, with an impressive mixture of deciduous and coniferous trees, and a healthy sunlit undergrowth of shrubs and woodland flowers. The dinners in the first two hotels were excellent and the staff were very informative and amazingly friendly. We were glad that we were prepared for all weathers, as when it rains in the Black Forest, it really rains! Luckily for us, only on one day.

Accommodation was very good and, particularly in the Gasthofs, the service was excellent; you felt that their only true concern that their guests enjoyed their stay. The longer walks were a bit challenging in the unseasonably hot weather but well worth the effort.

Evening meals at Peterle, Waldhotel & Sonne were all superb. Highlight was the five course gourmet menu including wine at Peterle absolutely excellent.

Josef Fehrenbach the owner of the Waldhotel Fehenbach is indeed a master chef and very intensive host who delights in explaining his locally sourced mouth watering creations. It was my wife's birthday on the second night and Josef very kindly made her a birthday cake making our stay even more memorable.

The views looking out over the Windeckkopf ski ramp emerging from the forest are breath taking and truly spectacular. 

Brillantly well organised holiday by Inntravel, accommodation is all of a very good standard and the meals provided are superb. A great way to experience South West German hospitality and warmth, very happy with everything from efficient luggage transfers to superb walks with plenty of guide notes; would not hesitate to recommend this marvelous experience.

We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday. A great mix of mountain, forest and alpine meadow scenery. The standard of food at the hotels was the best we have had on our 6 Inntravel holidays. We enjoyed all our walks but particular favourites were the Feldberg-Falkau circuit (although the cable car was not running - closed until late May) and the Ravenna Gorge.