Titisee-Neustadt · Hinterzarten & Ravenna Gorge

Todtnau Waterfall

The Todtnau Waterfall is a 97-metre cascade through forest in Todtnau, a 5-minute walk from the Hasenhorn Coaster parking lot.

About Todtnau Waterfall

The Todtnau Waterfall is a 97-metre cascade through forest in Todtnau, a 5-minute walk from the Hasenhorn Coaster parking lot. A 30-minute circular trail passes the main cascade (3 tiers through mossy rock walls), crosses two wooden footbridges, and returns via an upper viewpoint. The trail is well-marked and works for kids 5 and up; the steepest section has railings. Free entry. Best in spring (April-May) when snowmelt drives the highest flow; summer and autumn flow is still respectable. Dogs allowed on lead. The waterfall combines naturally with a Hasenhorn Coaster visit: do the coaster rides first, then the waterfall walk as a cool-down in the shade.

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WalkingModerate walking

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Address

Kurhausstraße, 79674 Todtnau, Germany

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Free, 30-minute circular trail. 5-minute walk from the Hasenhorn Coaster car park; natural combination. Spring (April-May) has highest water flow. Railings on steepest section. Kids 5 and up manage the trail easily.

Plan for about 45 minutes.

Todtnau Waterfall is in the Hinterzarten & Ravenna Gorge neighborhood of Titisee-Neustadt. The address is Kurhausstraße, 79674 Todtnau, Germany. The area is well-served by metro.

Yes, entry is free. There may be optional paid exhibits or activities, but the main experience costs nothing.

This works well at any time of day, though mornings tend to be quieter. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.

Comfortable shoes are recommended. Check the weather forecast and dress in layers, especially in shoulder seasons.

Closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Check the official website for holiday closures and special hours.

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Hasenhorn Coaster

The Hasenhorn Coaster delivers exactly what it promises: Germany's longest summer toboggan run at 2.9 kilometers of pure downhill fun. You'll ride rail-guided sleds with hand brakes down the Hasenhorn mountain, controlling your own speed as you navigate banked curves and straightaways through Black Forest scenery. The chairlift ride up takes about 8 minutes and gives you forest views before the real excitement begins. The experience feels like a controlled roller coaster where you're the driver. Your sled hugs the metal rails as you zip through pine trees, and the hand brake gives you complete control over how wild or cautious you want to be. Kids shriek with delight, adults grin like children, and the ride down takes about 7 minutes if you don't brake much. The adjacent playground keeps families busy between runs, and you can see riders flying down the track while you wait. Most visitors underestimate how addictive this gets, so buy the 6-pack for EUR 22 instead of single rides at EUR 5 each. Avoid summer weekends when waits hit 40 minutes, but shoulder season offers walk-on rides. The 20-minute drive from Titisee is worth it, and combining with Todtnau waterfall makes a perfect half-day trip. Skip it entirely if weather looks iffy since they close for safety.

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Park & Garden

Ravennaschlucht

Ravennaschlucht is a narrow rock gorge that cuts dramatically through the Black Forest, creating one of the region's most atmospheric short hikes. You'll walk a 1.5-hour loop through towering rock walls that rise 20-30 meters above your head, crossing wooden footbridges over cascading waterfalls and passing a beautifully restored 19th-century mill. The highlight is when the historic Höllentalbahn railway viaduct appears high overhead, its stone arches framing the gorge perfectly. The atmosphere feels almost mystical as you follow the wooden walkways deeper into the gorge. Water rushes constantly beside the path, and the rock walls create natural acoustics that amplify every splash and bird call. Despite being minutes from the main road, you'll feel completely immersed in forest once you're inside. The bridges have gaps that require careful footing, and the path stays cool even on hot summer days thanks to the sheltered location. Most guides don't mention that this place gets absolutely packed on weekends between May and September, so weekday mornings are your best bet for peace. The lighting is terrible for photos except between 10am and noon when sun actually penetrates the gorge. Winter visits can be magical with ice formations, but the wooden bridges become genuinely treacherous. Skip the overpriced cafe at Hofgut Sternen and pack water instead.

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Feldbergbahn

The Feldbergbahn cable car takes you to the top of Germany's highest Black Forest peak at 1,493 meters, where you'll find sweeping views across Baden-Württemberg and into Switzerland on clear days. The eight-minute ride up covers 950 vertical meters, delivering you to alpine terrain that feels more Swiss than German. In winter you'll access 14 ski runs plus snowshoe trails, while summer brings wildflower meadows and hiking paths that connect to the extensive Black Forest trail network. The cable car runs every 15 minutes and carries 100 passengers in modern cabins with panoramic windows. At the top station you'll step into a different world: cooler temperatures, thinner air, and views that stretch to the Alps when visibility cooperates. The summit area includes an observation tower (additional 3 EUR), multiple hiking trail starts, and a restaurant serving traditional Black Forest cake. Weather changes fast up here, so you'll often watch clouds roll in below while standing in sunshine. Most visitors underestimate how much colder it gets at the summit, even in summer bring a jacket. The restaurant charges tourist prices (cake slice 4.50 EUR, coffee 3.20 EUR), but the views justify the cost if you snag a window table. Skip the observation tower unless visibility is perfect, the cable car station's outdoor deck gives you 90% of the same views. Round trip tickets cost 16 EUR for adults, 10 EUR for children.

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This family-friendly museum chronicles 300 years of Black Forest clockmaking and the region's pioneering ski history, including original timepieces and vintage winter sports equipment. The 45 to 60 minute visit covers traditional crafts, local costumes, and the evolution of tourism in the Hochschwarzwald. Entry costs EUR 5 with displays in German and some English signage.

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Tour

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A guided small-group day tour from Titisee covering the wider southern Black Forest highlights in 8-10 hours. Typical route: pickup in Titisee at 9 AM, drive to Feldberg (the highest Black Forest peak at 1,493 m, stop for summit views if clear weather), visit Todtnau for the Hasenhorn Coaster (rides not always included in the tour price), drive through the Glottertal valley with its traditional Schwarzwaldhof farms, lunch at a valley Gasthaus, afternoon at St. Peter or St. Margen village (traditional Black Forest monasteries), return to Titisee by 5-6 PM. EUR 80-130 per adult, EUR 60-90 per kid for small-group. Private tours for a family of four EUR 300-500. Good option for visitors who want a deeper Black Forest tour than the standard Triberg-focused day tours from Freiburg. Book through the Titisee tourist office or at hotel concierge desks.

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