Black Forest National Park, National park in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
The Black Forest National Park encompasses two separate areas connected by diverse forest landscapes, deep valleys, and mountain ridges. The total area covers more than 10,000 hectares with peaks exceeding 1,000 meters.
The park was established on January 1, 2014, after extended discussions between government officials, the timber industry, and local communities. These conversations reflected differing views about conservation and how the forest should be managed.
The region has long been shaped by traditions of craftsmanship and local food culture that remain woven into everyday life here. People in the surrounding communities continue to practice and share these customs today.
More than 160 kilometers of marked trails wind through the park, offering routes for different abilities and interests. Information centers and facilities near Ruhestein help visitors prepare and navigate their visits.
Large forest sections have been left untouched by people for more than a century, creating space where peregrine falcons and pygmy owls thrive. This long absence of human activity lets visitors experience forest in its natural state.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
