Feldberg in the Black Forest – the highest mountain!

At 1493 m it is located in the High Black Forest Feldberg the highest mountain in the Black Forest and thus in Baden-Württemberg. 

Geographically it is located southeast of Freiburg. Surrounded by the towns of Hinterzarten, Titisee, Menzenschwand and Bernau and Todtnau.

The main peak of the massif is a prominent point in the region. Its expansion from north to south gives it an imposing presence. From this main peak there is a mountain range that gradually rises and leads to the Seebuck. This mountain is part of the massif and reaches a height of 1449 meters. The mountain slope splits in the west and forms the Baldenweger Buck. From here falls the terrain is steep towards the Feldsee from, which lies east of the Seebuck. The view from Seebuck down to Feldsee is breathtaking and offers a spectacular view.

To the east of the main peak there are deep valleys leading to the northwest and southwest. These valleys run northwest towards Freiburg and are called Zastlertal and St. Wilhelmer Tal. They offer scenic views and are popular hiking destinations. In a southwesterly direction a valley leads into the Wiesental and further on Basel. The entire region is characterized by impressive nature and invites you to explore and hike.

The varied landscape around the main peak of the massif offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities. Whether hiking through the valleys, Climbing on the mountain or relaxing walks at Feldsee – there is something for every nature lover to discover here. The diversity of nature and the impressive views make this region a unique experience.

In order to always see the current weather and snow depth on site, we have a special subpage with them current webcams at the Feldberg eingerichtet.

Because of its unique nature, the area was declared a nature reserve in 1937. This is the largest and oldest nature reserve in the entire state. Since 2001 it has been looked after by the Southern Black Forest Nature Conservation Center in the “Haus der Natur”.

Managed huts

There are numerous working alpine farms around the Feldberg summit, which are easy to visit on a hike. These include the Todtnauer Hut, St. Wilhelmer Hütte, Baldenweger Hut, Zastler Hut and the Raimartihof at the Feldsee. The inns not only offer a cozy atmosphere and sometimes the opportunity to stay overnight, but also dishes with regional specialties. Especially those St. Wilhelmer Hütte is known for its good food and great views; at 1423 meters above sea level, it is the highest alpine hut in the entire state. 

The largest ski area in the region

The Ski area on Feldberg in the Upper Black Forest offers a wide variety for winter sports lovers. Beginners can enjoy long, easy runs here, while professionals can put their skills to the test on the challenging World Cup course. With over 30 kilometers of slopes, 16 lifts, 48 ​​km of cross-country ski trails and 34 km of winter hiking trails, the area attracts large crowds of winter sports enthusiasts every year.

Unique panorama

A visit offers an impressive panorama when the weather is inverted in winter. In the West there are Ballon and the Schauinsland You can see that the entire Vosges Mountains stretch beyond the Upper Rhine Graben. Occasionally the view even extends to the Southern Palatinate Forest or the “Vosges du Nord”. In the north is that Hornisgrind can be seen and the Swabian Alb extends to the northeast; when looking towards Lake Constance, the Hegau volcanoes can be seen.

The Alps stretch in the south, starting from the Alpspitze and the Zugspitze in the east to the Allgäu Alps. 

Best reached by car and cable car

It can be reached by car from Titisee Lörrach (Basel) B 317 leading over the Feldberg Pass. By train you can reach the highest German railway station, the Bärental station. From there there is a bus connection (line 7300) in the direction Zell im Wiesental.

The best way to reach the Vorberg, called Seebuck, is with the Feldbergbahn. The Feldbergbahn is a gondola lift that takes you comfortably to the top. It is located on the Seebuck climbable Feldberg tower. From there it's about 2 km almost flat to the zenith. The summit can only be reached on foot for private individuals.

History of the young community

The Cold War on Feldberg

In the period from 1969 to 1998, the massif was visible from afar due to its huge “ears”. These “ears” were radar systems of the German, French and US armies and were used during the Cold War. The facility with the identifier AFEZ was shut down in 1995 and demolished three years later and the area was renatured. The mountain massif can be seen today with the old and new television tower and the Bismarck monument.

Community and its associations

At the beginning of the 20th century, the aim was to merge the communities with shares in the Feldberg massif into one Feldberg community.

From 1931, the Hochschwarzwald district office examined the merger of Bärental, Falkau, Alt- and Neuglashütten. A merger of Bärental and Menzenschwand was also discussed. In 1939, the municipality of Feldberg was finally created when areas of Bernau, Hinterzarten, Menzenschwand, Todtnau, Zastler and Brandenberg were incorporated into Bärental and Bärental was renamed Feldberg (Black Forest). 

Feldberg in the Black Forest in bullet points

• At 1493 m, Feldberg is the highest peak in the Black Forest and Baden-Württemberg.
• Geographically, the massif is located in the southern Black Forest
• Surrounded by the towns of Hinterzarten, Titisee, Menzenschwand, Bernau and Todtnau.
• The mountain slope rises to Seebuck (1449m), from which the Baldenweger Buck branches off.
• Valleys to the northwest towards Freiburg and to the southwest towards Basel into the Wiesental.
• Reachable by car via the B 317 or by train to Bärental station and then continue by bus.
• Large ski area in the Upper Black Forest with a dozen ski lifts and slopes.
• The Feldbergbahn is a modern cable car to comfortably transport guests to the top.
• From the Feldberg Tower you have a great view Ballon, Schauinsland, Schluchsee, Titisee…

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