Germany's oldest holiday route along the Black Forest ridge. That is what Black Forest High Road promises, and it delivers. At about 40 miles (64 km), it is a drive best taken slowly, over 1 day, with time to pull over whenever the view demands it on the way from Baden-Baden to Freudenstadt.
Open this route in XCRSNSetting out from Baden-Baden
Start early, with a full tank and a loose plan. Baden-Baden is where the road begins, and the first miles set the rhythm for everything that follows.
The first big moment is Mummelsee lake. Give it the time it deserves; it is why many people make this trip at all.
Along the way
The road strings together Mummelsee. It is the natural place to stop, eat well and stretch your legs.
Do not miss Hornisgrinde.
Arriving in Freudenstadt
Save energy for the final stretch: Baden-Baden spas is still ahead.
By the end you will have seen Mummelsee lake, Hornisgrinde and Baden-Baden spas, and you will understand why Black Forest High Road belongs on any list of great drives.
When to go and how to pace it
The best time to drive it is May–October. Plan on 1 day so the drive never feels rushed.
Check route weather and fuel stops on the Plan tab before you go.
XCRSN prices fuel for every leg in the local currency, finds stops along the way and books overnights near each town.
