Family Holiday in the Black Forest: 10 Activities at Feldberg with Kids

Feldberg — a paradise for families

Feldberg in the Upper Black Forest is not only the highest mountain in Baden-Wurttemberg, but also one of the most versatile family destinations in southern Germany. At 1,493 meters and surrounded by forests, lakes, and gentle valleys, there is enough to do here all year round — without boredom ever setting in. We have put together ten activities that are equally fun for children and parents.

1. Children’s ski area at Feldberg

In winter, Feldberg is the most snow-reliable ski area in the Black Forest. At Seebuck, there is a dedicated family zone with wide, gentle slopes and magic carpet lifts for the little ones. Ski schools offer lessons starting from around age four — and while the children practice their first turns, parents can explore the longer runs at Grafenmatt. A day pass for the Liftverbund Feldberg covers all lifts in the area.

2. Hasenhorn Coaster in Todtnau

About 20 minutes from Feldberg lies Todtnau, and there the Hasenhorn Coaster awaits — a 2.9-kilometer summer toboggan run with panoramic views of the Wiesental valley. The ride uses individual carts with speed controls, so younger children (from age 3 when accompanied) can ride too. On sunny days, queues build up, so a morning visit is worth it.

3. Badeparadies Schwarzwald in Titisee

Rain? No problem. The Badeparadies Schwarzwald in Titisee-Neustadt (15 minutes by car) is one of the largest water parks in the region. The palm tree oasis with slides, wave pools, and tropical temperatures is the absolute favourite among kids. For parents, there is a separate sauna area with views of the Black Forest. A half-day ticket is usually enough — though the children always want to stay longer.

4. Steinwasen Park

Steinwasen Park near Oberried (about 25 minutes from Feldberg) is a mix of wildlife park and amusement park, nestled into the Black Forest landscape. Highlights include the 218-meter suspension bridge across a valley, a summer toboggan run, a wildlife enclosure with deer, marmots, and ibex, and playgrounds in various themed worlds. The park is compact enough for a relaxed half-day outing — no stress, no endless walking.

5. Boat trip on Titisee

Titisee is just 15 minutes from Feldberg and one of the most well-known lakes in the Black Forest. Pedal boats and rowing boats can be rented directly at the lakeside, and a round trip on the excursion boat takes about 25 minutes. Children love watching ducks from the boat and marvelling at the crystal-clear water. Afterwards, a stroll along the Seestrasse is well worth it — with the obligatory stop for ice cream.

6. Easy hikes with kids

Hiking with children sounds like a recipe for complaints? Not at Feldberg. There are several short, well-maintained trails that are manageable even for little legs. The Feldsee circular trail (about 3 km, 1 hour) leads to a mystical glacial lake and is flat enough for children from around age four. The Wichtelpfad at Feldberg is an adventure trail with stations for solving puzzles, climbing, and exploring — perfect for primary school children. And from the Haus der Natur, several themed trails start that explain nature in a playful way.

7. Strandbad Schluchsee

Schluchsee is the largest lake in the Black Forest by surface area and lies about 20 minutes east of Feldberg. The lido in the town of Schluchsee has a shallow entry area, sunbathing lawns, a diving tower, and a playground — a perfect summer day. The water is fresh (it is a mountain lake, after all), but on warm days, it is absolutely refreshing. SUP boards and kayaks can also be rented.

8. Haus der Natur at Feldberg

The Haus der Natur is the central information centre for the Feldberg nature reserve and also a small but excellent interactive museum. Children can discover the wildlife and plant life of the Upper Black Forest here — with touch stations, listening boxes, and a walk-through model of the Feldberg landscape. The Haus der Natur is the public information centre for the nature reserve rather than a commercial attraction — what a visit to the exhibition costs and which programmes need booking is kept current on hochschwarzwald.de. As a starting point for hikes, the Haus is the first port of call anyway.

9. Black Forest Open-Air Museum Vogtsbauernhof

In Gutach (about 50 minutes from Feldberg) stands the oldest open-air museum in Baden-Wurttemberg. Six original Black Forest farmhouses from different centuries show what life in the Black Forest used to look like — from a working farm with animals to a historic mill and sawmill. Children can bake bread, make butter, and play on the adventure playground. A full-day outing that makes history tangible.

10. Mini golf and adventure golf

For a relaxed afternoon, the mini golf courses in the region are a solid choice. In Titisee-Neustadt, there is an adventure golf course with 18 holes in a Black Forest theme — over little waterfalls, through tree trunks, and across hills. No high-tech, but exactly the right thing after an active morning. The courses are open from spring to autumn.

Frequently asked questions about a family holiday at Feldberg

From what age are the day trips at Feldberg worthwhile?

It depends heavily on the destination. The Hasenhorn Coaster takes younger children when accompanied, the ski schools at Feldberg start at nursery age, and the Feldsee circular trail is flat enough for small legs. Adventure trails like the Wichtelpfad and the Vogtsbauernhof open-air museum come into their own from primary school age. The exact age limits are set by the operators and do change — check before you set off.

What can you do at Feldberg with children when it rains?

The Badeparadies Schwarzwald in Titisee-Neustadt is the reliable bad-weather plan: palm oasis, slides and tropical temperatures regardless of what is happening outside. Indoors, the Haus der Natur at Feldberg with its hands-on stations and the Vogtsbauernhof open-air museum also work. Mini golf, the boat trip and the summer toboggan run, by contrast, are out in steady rain.

How far are the day trip destinations from Feldberg?

Most are within half an hour’s drive: Titisee and Titisee-Neustadt to the east, Todtnau to the west, Schluchsee to the south-east. A bit further out are Steinwasen Park near Oberried and the open-air museum in Gutach — both full-day outings. For a family holiday that means one base is enough; you do not need to move around.

Is Feldberg better for families in summer or in winter?

Both work, just differently. In winter, Feldberg is the most snow-reliable ski area in the Black Forest, with its own family zone and gentle practice slopes at Seebuck. In summer the programme shifts to the lakes, the summer toboggan run and easy hikes. If you have the choice: summer offers more variety for mixed age groups, winter a clearer headline activity.

The perfect base for families

Feldberg is centrally located in the Upper Black Forest, and most of these day trip destinations are reachable within 15 to 30 minutes. When you are travelling with a family, you need space, a kitchen for quick meals in between, and the flexibility to plan your day yourself — without fixed breakfast times or hotel rules.

Our holiday apartments at Black Forest Dream at Feldberg are made exactly for that: fully equipped kitchens, space for the whole family, free parking right at the building, and pet-friendly — because a family holiday often includes the dog. With self check-in, there is no stress on arrival, no matter when the family gets there.

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