3-Day Scenic Road Trip from Stuttgart to the Black Forest

Day 1: Explore Baden-Baden

Baden-Baden, Germany on June 5, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café König

Enjoy a delightful breakfast with traditional German pastries and coffee at this popular local café open from 7am to 6pm.
EUR15, 1h

10:00am

Drive from Stuttgart to Baden-Baden

A scenic one-hour drive covering approximately 100 km southwest from Stuttgart to Baden-Baden via the A81 highway.
EUR10 (toll and fuel estimate), 1h

11:15am

Visit Caracalla Spa

Relax in the renowned thermal baths and spa facilities with panoramic views, open from 9am to 10pm.
EUR20, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Rizzi WineBistrò

Savor modern German cuisine paired with excellent local wines, restaurant open 12pm to 3pm for lunch.
EUR30, 1h

3:00pm

Walk through Lichtentaler Allee

Take a leisurely stroll along this historic park promenade lined with beautiful gardens, open all day.
Free, 1h

5:00pm

Explore the Festspielhaus Baden-Baden

Visit Europe’s second largest opera and concert house, check for guided tours from 5pm, open till 7pm.
EUR12, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at Restaurant Le Jardin de France

Enjoy exquisite French-German fusion dishes in a stylish setting, open 6pm to 10pm.
EUR50, 1.5h
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Day 2: Black Forest Adventure

Triberg, Germany on June 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Schäfer

Start your day with traditional Black Forest cakes and freshly brewed coffee, open from 7am.
EUR15, 1h

9:30am

Drive Baden-Baden to Triberg

Scenic drive of approximately 90 minutes covering 90 km to the heart of the Black Forest region.
EUR10, 1.5h

11:00am

Visit Triberg Waterfalls

Explore Germany’s highest waterfalls and surrounding nature trails, open all day with entry fee applicable.
EUR4.50, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Gasthof Zum Rössle

Traditional German Black Forest cuisine served in a rustic setting, open 12pm to 3pm.
EUR25, 1h

3:00pm

Black Forest Museum

Discover the cultural heritage and crafts of the Black Forest, open 9am to 5pm.
EUR6, 1.5h

5:00pm

Walk around Triberg Village

Explore charming local shops, including cuckoo clock makers open till early evening.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Waldgaststätte Wasserfall

Enjoy hearty regional dishes near the waterfall in an atmospheric forest setting, open till 9pm.
EUR40, 1.5h
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Day 3: Freiburg & Return

Freiburg, Germany on June 7, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Café Atlantik

Enjoy fresh baked pastries and strong coffee in the city center, open from 7am.
EUR12, 1h

8:30am

Drive Triberg to Freiburg

Short 1 hour drive covering 90 km south from Triberg to Freiburg, the gateway to the Black Forest.
EUR8, 1h

9:30am

Explore Freiburg Minster

Visit the impressive Gothic cathedral with a climb to the tower for panoramic views, open 9am to 6pm.
EUR5, 1h

10:45am

Walk through Old Town

Wander Freiburg’s charming cobblestone streets, visit shops, and see the historic marketplace.
Free, 1.5h

12:30pm

Lunch at Feierling Brewery

Taste regional specialties with fresh craft beer in an authentic brewery setting, open 12pm to 3pm.
EUR30, 1h

2:00pm

Black Forest Open Air Museum Vogtsbauernhof

Experience traditional Black Forest rural life with historic buildings and demonstrations, open 9am to 5pm.
EUR8, 2h

4:30pm

Drive Freiburg to Stuttgart

Return drive of about 2 hours covering 200 km via A81 north back to Stuttgart.
EUR15, 2h
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