At Dorotheenhütte Wolfach you'll be able to experience first hand the intricate art of Glass-blowing. At the workshops, you can observe how these unique individual pieces are created using traditional methods. At the Glass works, you'll also find a fascinating museum chronicling the development in the art of glass-making, tools techniques and more. Buy lovely souvenirs for yourself and your family at the Christmas Market.
The German Clock Museum is a renowned museum that was selected to represent the country in the federal chancellor's competition, Land of Ideas. The museum is home to enormous permanent and temporary exhibits of the clock making history. Here, visitors can learn about the history of time measurement, the mechanical instruments and other timepiece related objects to understand better. The museum has on display wooden centuries-old clocks and pocket watches used in the town of Black Forest. Some of the highlights here include the Hans Lang clock, Alexander Bain's electrically impulsed pendulum clock, August Noll's musical automaton clock and many more. A great museum to know the history of time, the museum is a great place for school trips.
Housed in a thatched black forest house, Fürstenberger Hof is a local history museum in Zell am Harmersbach, Germany. It was built in 1660 by a local farmer and serves as the Black Forest Farming Museum which attracts tourists from all over the world in the present day. This unique structure with Alemannic ribbon of windows with 112 window panes on its southwest corner, hosts an extensive Christmas crib exhibition every two years.
Established by Count Adalbert in the 11th Century, this abbey was affiliated with the Hirsau reform. Alpirsbach Abbey (Kloster Alpirsbach) was run by Benedictine monks and comprises of the church, monastery and a castle ruin. It is a wonderful example of Middle Ages architecture with elements of remarkable Romanesque and Gothic styles of architecture. After the abbey dissolved, it was an Evangelical boarding school in the 16th Century. As you tour this ancient structure, get a glimpse of its history through its period decor and the fascinating exhibits in the on-site museum. There are many cultural events taking place in this historic building. The timings are seasonal, so please check before making a visit.
Schwarzwaldmuseum allows visitors an exciting glimpse into what life was like in the Black Forest hundreds of years ago. One can watch quirky period costumes, minerals, antique watches, flutes, paintings, jewels and what-not here! Guided tours are available in German, French, English, Spanish, Dutch and Italian, and birthday parties and private events can be held against the historical backdrop of this museum.
Surrounded by the lush greenery of the Black Forest region, Baiersbronn is home to many hidden secrets of nature, and Huzenbacher See is one of them. Created thousands of years ago during the Ice Age, this cirque tarn is tucked away in the forest and can be reached via a scenic hike. Take the unexplored path and bask in the beauty of nature as you discover bright toadstools, unique boulders, butterflies, and a variety of trees on the way. According to local folklore, the lake used to be a passage to the world of water spirits. The site offers breathtaking views of the lake surrounded by the pristine forest landscape.
Find your inner peace at the idyllic Oberer Schwärzenbachhof, where you can relax, unwind and enjoy the simple pleasures of life. Encompassed by lush greenery, the farm offers a re-energizing break from the hum-drum of the city. While a plethora of farming chores keep the children busy, you can venture out into the woods for a challenging hike. Complete with modern conveniences such as restaurants and apartments, Oberer Schwärzenbachhof offers a fun-filled rural vacation perfect for the whole family.
An exhibition about the town's medieval period and rafting are shown in the Fürstenberg Palace.
The museum on the market square provides interesting information about the history of the city.
This museum, which is dedicated to Schwenningen history, is housed in a half-timbered house from 1697. It also features a watch collection which comprises of beautifully painted Black Forest pieces, and a collection which acquaints visitors with the history of time measurement.
The Freihof presents the life and work of the great chronicler of the Middle Black Forest and its history, Heinrich Hansjakob (1837-1916). He was one of the most read southern German authors of his time and is still considered an important source for historians and folklorists.