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Black Forest

Germany’s most famous forest

The Black Forest earned its name through the density of its trees. Some 8000 km of natural landscapes and wooded paths make it one of the most visited regions in Germany.

09.2015 Best of Bundesländer Teaser Baden-Württemberg

Germany's 16 states: Baden-Württemberg 22.01.2020

A selfie in front of the ruins of Heidelberg Castle and winter sports in the Black Forest are just two good reasons to visit Baden-Württemberg.
Baiersbronn Brand in Drei-Sterne-Restaurant im Schwarzwald

Fire destroys renowned Black Forest restaurant 05.01.2020

A fire has destroyed one of Germany's culinary institutions, the Schwarzwaldstube. The Black Forest eatery has held on to its award of three Michelin stars for longer than any other restaurant in Germany.
BG FFF weltweit | Australien | Klimastreik | Global Strike 4 Climate

WorldLink: Time to save the world 20.09.2019

As people around the world come together for the largest mass climate protest in history, we introduce you to DW's brand new environment podcast, On the Green Fence, examining issues of climate change, pollution and conservation. Hosts Neil and Gabe visit a Bavarian town where the water has been tainted by a dangerous chemical and head to the Black Forest where the legendary wolf has returned.
On the Green Fence: The Big Bad Wolf is back! / Podcast (2/5)

On the Green Fence: The Big Bad Wolf is back! / Podcast (2/5) 01.09.2019

Decades after having been wiped off the face of the German landscape, wolves are back. The return of the legendary predator — which enjoys legal protection in Germany — has triggered fierce public debate and stirred emotions up and down the country. Neil and Gabe head to the southern region of the Black Forest to explore the place of wildlife in a world we think we’ve tamed.
Auerhahn Tetrao urogallus männlich

Angry mob attacks men for killing an endangered bird in Germany 11.08.2019

An angry crowd attacked two men suspected of killing a capercaillie, an endangered bird, in southern Germany. The men said the bird had threatened them and they merely defended themselves.
Bunte Bonbons

From status symbol to sweet poison: A cultural history of sugar 29.07.2019

How did pies become cakes and what do pharmacists have to do with candy? A new exhibition explores the rise and fall of the reputation of this omnipresent ingredient.

DW-Sendung Check-in vom 20.04.2019

Baden-Baden: Luxury in the Black Forest 19.04.2019

Check-in presenter Lukas Stege discovers Baden-Baden, the spa town by the Black Forest with its magnificent buildings, wellness, exquisite hotels. But what does the town have to offer younger visitors? Lukas finds out.
Deutschland Winterlandschaft

Freiburg and the Black Forest in 360 degrees 05.03.2019

Experience Freiburg and the Black Forest with a panoramic view. We will take you to a magical winter world!
Fußball Bundesliga SC Freiburg vs. Bor. Mönchengladbach

Bundesliga: Christian Streich adapts to keep Freiburg flying 26.10.2018

Freiburg continued their Bundesliga recovery with victory over second-place Borussia Mönchengladbach on Friday night. Veteran coach Christian Streich is once again steadying the ship at the Black Forest minnows.

Deutschland Schwarzwald - Ausblick auf hügelige Landschaft

Travel tips for Baden-Württemberg 02.10.2018

The southwestern German state features incredible diversity: nature in the Black Forest, romanticism in Heidelberg and culture in the state capital, Stuttgart.
Blick über den Pfälzer Wald im Herbst, Rheinland-Pfalz

Nazis and fairytales: Germany's forests are full of hidden history 09.08.2018

Steeped in myth and legend, the forest has long held deep meaning and been a source of fascination. How did the woods become so symbolic for so many, from the romantics and the Nazis to modern environmentalists?
Symbolbild Feuerwehr Berlin Notarzt

Social media challenge puts four German men in hospital 19.02.2018

Four coworkers were injured when they built a swimming pool in their company's flatbed truck. The "Grill-Pool-Challenge" is meant to encourage comraderie and social engagement.
DW Sendung Check-in - Nicole Frölich

Black Forest - a paradise for winter sports 15.01.2018

If you love snow, the great outdoors and winter sports, the Black Forest is a delightful holiday destination. Check-in host Nicole Frölich finds plenty to see and do.

Baden-Baden Ausstellung America! America! How Real is Real?

America America: How real is real? 08.12.2017

Is the American way of life in danger? Has the American Dream turned into a nightmare? Contemporary artists fascinated by American mythology are on display in the Frieder Burda Museum in Germany's Black Forest.
1. Bundesliga - HSV Hamburg gegen Freiburg

Freiburg and Hamburg share the spoils in dour stalemate 01.12.2017

A hard-fought encounter between two of the Bundesliga's struggling teams ended goalless in a freezing Black Forest. It's a result which does neither side much good.

Deutschland Brand in Neubulach

Apartment fire in Black Forest town claims two lives 19.09.2017

At least two people have died in a large fire that broke out in the southern German town of Neubulach overnight. Several residents are in hospital with smoke inhalation.

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