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Hofgut Sternen

Hofgut Sternen sits where the Ravenna Gorge opens into the Black Forest, combining a working farm, traditional restaurant, and active glassblowing studio in one sprawling complex.

About Hofgut Sternen

Hofgut Sternen sits where the Ravenna Gorge opens into the Black Forest, combining a working farm, traditional restaurant, and active glassblowing studio in one sprawling complex. You'll find regional dishes like venison goulash (€18) and spätzle with forest mushrooms (€14) served on the terrace overlooking Ravenna stream, while the adjacent studio lets you watch artisans shape molten glass into Christmas ornaments and drinking vessels. The property has operated as an inn since 1820, and the farm still raises cattle whose milk goes into the kitchen's butter and cream.

The restaurant feels authentically rural without being touristy, with wooden tables scattered across multiple rooms and a large terrace where water sounds drown out conversation. Service moves at Black Forest pace, so expect 30 minutes between ordering and eating, but the glassblowing studio provides perfect entertainment while you wait. The shop sells everything from hand-blown wine glasses (€25) to intricate Christmas decorations, and demonstrations run every hour from 10am to 5pm.

Most visitors rush through lunch and miss the real draw: this is your best staging point for hiking the dramatic Ravenna Gorge behind the property. The restaurant gets packed with tour buses between noon and 2pm, so come at 11am or after 3pm for better service and gorge access. Skip the tourist menu and order from the regular German menu for better value and authentic flavors.

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Address

Höllsteig 76, 79874 Breitnau, Germany

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Enter through the farm courtyard rather than the main restaurant entrance to see the glassblowing studio first, then grab a table on the stream-side terrace

Most tour groups order the overpriced tourist platter, but the regular schnitzel with mushroom sauce costs €4 less and tastes better

The trailhead for Ravenna Gorge starts directly behind the parking area, marked by a small wooden sign most visitors walk past

Plan for about 1h 45m.

Hofgut Sternen is in the City-wide neighborhood of Triberg. The address is Höllsteig 76, 79874 Breitnau, Germany. The area is well-served by metro.

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

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

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