What can you do with children on the Feldberg?

The Wichtelpfad gnome trail in the Auerhahnwald, the Haus der Natur, easy hikes such as the pushchair-friendly summit circuit (Gipfelrundweg), as well as trips to the summer toboggan run in Todtnau and to the swimming lakes Titisee and Schluchsee.

Is the Feldberg suitable for small children?

Yes. The Wichtelpfad is 1.8 km long and easy, but not pushchair-friendly; with a pushchair, take the summit circuit, which Hochschwarzwald Tourismus lists as pushchair-friendly. For very young children it is worth a look at our article on travelling with children under 5.

How far is the summer toboggan run from the Feldberg?

Todtnau is about 20 km away, about 25 minutes by car. The Hasenhorn Coaster there is 2.9 km long; according to the operator, children ride from age 3 and 95 cm with an adult, alone from age 8 and 1.40 m.

Are there excursion destinations for rainy days?

Yes, the Haus der Natur with its permanent exhibition on the interplay of people and nature at the Feldberg is a good plan for bad weather. You will find more ideas in our article on the Black Forest in the rain.

Feldberg with Kids: Best Excursions & Activities

There is plenty for families on the Feldberg: the Wichtelpfad gnome trail in the Auerhahnwald, the Haus der Natur as a rainy-day plan, the pushchair-friendly summit circuit, the summer toboggan run in Todtnau, and swimming days at Titisee and Schluchsee. Short distances, plenty of variety — and something to suit every age.

At a glance

Right on the Feldberg: Wichtelpfad in the Auerhahnwald and the Haus der Natur
For small children: Wichtelpfad (1.8 km, easy); with a pushchair: summit circuit
For older children: Hasenhorn Coaster in Todtnau, the waterfall paths
Rainy day: Haus der Natur with its permanent exhibition
Swimming days: Titisee and Schluchsee — swimming in the Feldsee is not allowed

Feldberg with children — boredom? No chance

“Hiking with children sounds like grumbling?” Not on the Feldberg. Around the highest mountain in the Black Forest there is enough to discover to keep even little explorers busy for days — from themed adventure trails and a fast summer toboggan run to the nature exhibition at the Haus der Natur.

We have put together the finest excursion destinations for families, with concrete distances and honest notes on what suits which age. (If you are travelling with very small children, you will find practical tips on logistics in Black Forest with Children Under 5.)

1. Wichtelpfad in the Auerhahnwald — discovering the forest playfully

Right on the Feldberg, the Wichtelpfad (gnome trail) in the Auerhahnwald invites children to explore the forest on their own. Along the way, lovingly designed stations tell of the life of the forest gnomes and of the local flora and fauna. The Wichtelpfad is 1.8 km long, takes a good 2 hours and is easy; it starts near the Café Waldvogel opposite the multi-storey car park, ends at a playground and is not pushchair-friendly.

2. Haus der Natur — nature conservation centre on the Feldberg

The Haus der Natur on the Feldberg is the perfect starting point for a family day. It is the visitor centre of the nature reserve, with a permanent exhibition on the interplay of people and nature at the Feldberg, and it is barrier-free. A good plan B for rainy days — and a lovely introduction before heading outdoors. The Haus der Natur has no car park of its own; you park in the Parkhaus Feldberg.

3. Hasenhorn Coaster in Todtnau — summer toboggan run with pace

About 20 km from our apartments, about 25 minutes by car, lies Todtnau — where the Hasenhorn Coaster awaits, a 2.9 km long summer toboggan run. On rails it goes down the mountain through bends and banked curves, with the children (or the parents) setting the pace themselves. According to the operator, children ride from age 3 and 95 cm with an adult, alone from age 8 and 1.40 m — a highlight for anyone who likes it a little faster.

4. Todtnau Waterfall — a natural spectacle up close

Right nearby, the Todtnau Waterfall plunges 97 m into the depths — the highest natural waterfall in Baden-Württemberg. Steps and paths let you experience the natural spectacle up close.

An honest note: the paths by the waterfall are partly steep and can be wet and slippery. Sturdy footwear is essential, and small children should be held by the hand.

5. Swimming at Titisee and Schluchsee

On warm days the water beckons. Titisee and Schluchsee are about 15 minutes away by car from our apartments. At the Schluchsee there is the Naturstrandbad at Seebrugg (an enclosed bathing area with lake access, sunbathing lawn, kiosk, showers and WC, children’s playground) and the aqua fun outdoor pool, whose operating status you should check with the municipality of Schluchsee before you go. The Badestelle Titisee operates without water supervision; bathing is at your own risk. More on this in Swimming in the Upper Black Forest.

6. Easy hikes for families

Not every hike ends in tears. The accessible Feldberg summit circuit is 5.78 km long, takes about 2.5 hours, is rated easy and is pushchair-friendly (according to Hochschwarzwald Tourismus); the Wichtelpfad is shorter at 1.8 km. The Feldsee can only be reached on foot: the Seesträßle from the Caritas-Haus to the Raimartihof at the lake is 2.68 km long, takes about 1.5 hours and is rated “medium” by Hochschwarzwald Tourismus. You will find many more family-friendly tours under The Finest Hiking Trails on the Feldberg. But do not think about swimming in the Feldsee — that is not allowed in the nature reserve.

The perfect base for families

Being out and about with children means: you need space, a kitchen for quick meals and the flexibility to shape the day yourself — without fixed breakfast times. That is exactly what a holiday apartment is made for. From our apartments, Titisee and Schluchsee are about 15 minutes away by car, Feldberg-Ort about 10 minutes.

Stay with us

Our holiday apartments offer space for families — a fully equipped kitchen, self check-in without stress on arrival, and dogs are welcome. Booked directly, you pay around 7% less than on Booking.com.