Holiday in Schluchsee
City in Germany — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇪
Country
Germany
Type
City
Best time to travel
June to September (bathing and hiking), December to March (skiing at Feldberg)
Budget/day
90-140 EUR: lakeside hotel, boat trip, Feldberg cable car, restaurant
Getting there from Germany
Car from Freiburg 45 min, from Basel 1 h | Train directly to Schluchsee (Dreiseenbahn) | Titisee 15 km
About Schluchsee
Schluchsee is the largest lake in the Black Forest and lies at an altitude of 930 meters — a natural jewel with crystal-clear water, surrounded by dense fir forests. The town of the same name on the southern shore is a state-recognized resort and starting point for hiking, bathing holidays, and winter sports. The altitude ensures fresh, low-pollen air and pleasant summer temperatures, while the 7 km long lakeside path is one of the most popular walking routes in the Black Forest.
Top 4 highlights in Schluchsee
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Schluchsee-Rundweg
7 km long lakeside path around the entire lake — flat, family-friendly, and with magnificent Black Forest panoramas.
Strandbad Schluchsee
Spacious natural swimming area with sunbathing lawns, diving tower, and boat rental — the clearest lake water in the Black Forest.
Feldberg-Gipfel
Highest mountain in the Black Forest (1,493 m) only 15 km away — hiking paradise with panoramic views up to the Alps.
Schluchsee-Schifffahrt
Cozy boat trips on the excursion ship MS Schluchsee — experience the lake from the water.
Hotels in Schluchsee
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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen
Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie
Best time to travel for Schluchsee
Recommended travel time
June to September (bathing and hiking), December to March (skiing at Feldberg)
Summer
Pleasantly cool due to altitude, 18-24°C, fresh forest air
Winter
Cold and snow-sure, -6 to 2°C, ideal winter sports conditions
How much does a holiday in Schluchsee cost?
Average costs per person per day
Budget
45-75 EUR: holiday apartment, beach bath 5 EUR, hiking free
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
90-140 EUR: lakeside hotel, boat trip, Feldberg cable car, restaurant
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
200+ EUR: wellness hotel by the lake, spa, gourmet cuisine
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
Take the Dreiseenbahn from Titisee to Schluchsee — one of the most beautiful train routes in the Black Forest.
Go swimming early in the morning in midsummer — the lake is then mirror-smooth and almost deserted.
Hike to the Feldberg summit from Schluchsee — challenging but rewarding with views of the Alps.
The Wutach Gorge is only 20 minutes away — one of the wildest gorges in Germany.
Food & drink in Schluchsee
These specialties you must try!
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