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What to do and see in Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg: The Best Walking Tours
Fairytale villages, thermal baths, casinos and pine and birch-blanketed mountains beckon travelers to southwestern Germany's Black Forest. Scenic drives and train trips showcase the best of the area. Skiing, hiking, mountain climbing, boating and ice-skating are popular activities. Baden-Baden's Roman-Irish baths, 19th-century performance hall, casino and fresco-adorned Pump Room are much visited. Gothic masterpiece Freiburg Cathedral and its famous Boys' Choir also draw visitors.
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1. Discover Freiburg in 60 Minutes with a Local
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
This Experience is provided by a private Local. You only have an hour to fall in love with Freiburg? Challenge accepted! Discover Freiburg during a short but sweet excursion, in which you will learn the most interesting facts about the city, the local lifestyle, and the modern transformation of the city. We will meet at the Münsterplatz, in the heart of Freiburg and go on our stroll from there :-) Discover what the everyday life of a local looks like and learn where the city gets its characteristic ambience from, by seeing it through the eyes of a local. Walking through the city, you will discover exactly what makes Freiburg special! This is also your chance to get insider tips about the best cafes, restaurants and bars to visit during your time here, and learn how to make the most out of your visit. This is the perfect experience for someone visiting the city for the first time, or someone that wants to rediscover it!
Inclusions: A Local who wants to show you his city!
Exclusions: Personal expenses during the Experience, Food, Drinks or Snacks
2. Breisach upon Rhine Sightseeing and Wine Tasting Tour
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 3 reviews
Welcome to Breisach upon Rhine, a town with a long-standing history is situated halfway between Freiburg (Black Forest) and Colmar (Alsace). From both cities you can get to Breisach by public transport easily in less than 1-hour. The tour includes a local wine drink welcome at the tourist information center, a guided sightseeing tour of the historical town center which is situated around the cathedral St. Stephan and finally, a visit to the famous Geldermann sparkling wine cellar.
Inclusions: Tastings of wine and sparkling wine, Local guide
Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions, Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By rjegeo
Pleasant walking tour up to the cathedral and back down through the marketplace on a Sunday afternoon - light traffic with a festival at a nearby riverpark. Scenic views from the cathedral ramparts of the river and surrounding village. Smiling, friendly people everywhere we looked.
3. Freiburg Walking tour with a professional guide
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a walking tour with a professional guide who will take you around to some of the handpicked historical sights in Freiburg, a city that sits on the edge of the Black Forest in southern Germany. Tour timings are flexible and can be further amended depending on availability.
Inclusions: English Speaking Guide
Exclusions: Entrance Fees
Reviewed By Flyer560674
Martin Luther is NOT the same historical figure as MARTIN LUTHER KING Jr. Germany is not the same nation as the US. Martin Luther was the great GERMAN reformer of the 1500s. Martin Luther King Jr. was the great civil rights American reformer of the 1960s. I keep trying to help this organization, but they don't seem to worry about trivia like historical facts.
4. Baden - Baden Walking Tour
Visit the town of Baden- Baden town which is located in southwestern Germany's Black Forest. In this tour, you will be visiting some of the famous landmarks of this town.
Inclusions: English Speaking Guide
Exclusions: Entrance Fees
Reviewed By Flyer560674
Martin Luther is NOT the same historical figure as MARTIN LUTHER KING Jr. Germany is not the same nation as the US. Martin Luther was the great GERMAN reformer of the 1500s. Martin Luther King Jr. was the great civil rights American reformer of the 1960s. I keep trying to help this organization, but they don't seem to worry about trivia like historical facts.
5. The Instagrammable Places of Freiburg with a Local
This Experience is provided by a private Local. If you want to spice up your instagram feed and impress your friends with stunning shots from your travels, then you are at the right place! Let me show you the most beautiful and impressive spots in Freiburg and guide you with some useful tips to take good pictures from your phone or camera! Of course while strolling through the city and taking photos of the most unique places (like Schwabentor or some small traditional cafés!), you will also get to know more about Freiburg and learn about its secrets from a local's perspective. Join me on this adventure and give your insta feed an upgrade! Make sure you don’t book this Experience too late, as you don’t want to miss the golden hour!
Inclusions: A Local who wants to show you his city!
Exclusions: Personal expenses during the Experience, Food, Drinks or Snacks
Reviewed By tinaschrader20
Very pleasant and knowledgeable guide, we did see lots of interesting places, can highly recommend him to fellow travellers
6. Architectural Walk of Freiburg with a Local
This Experience is provided by a private local. Discover the most impressive buildings in Freiburg and learn about each one and its characteristics in this invigorating architectural walk. Join me on this adventure to discover the beauty and unique characteristics of the city's most significant buildings and get to know a bit more about the local culture in Germany from my own perspective. During this walk you will become better acquainted with the local architecture, while also learning about the way in which this has changed over the years with the city becoming more modern while still keeping its unique character. Despite a large portion of Freiburg's architecture being destroyed during World War II the city created a restoration plan that set about restoring the old charm of the buildings.
Inclusions: A Local that wants to show you his city!
Exclusions: Personal expenses during the Experience, Food, drinks or snacks
Reviewed By tinaschrader20
Very pleasant and knowledgeable guide, we did see lots of interesting places, can highly recommend him to fellow travellers
7. Historical Walk through Freiburg with a Local
This Experience is provided by a private Local. Discover the historical side of Freiburg with a passionate local who wants to share all the historical and fun facts about Freiburg. Our excursion starts at Bertoldsbrunnen. A pretty cobbled square with modern monument commemorating a 19th century destroyed in World War II. Learn about how the city has grown and changed over time. From visiting the churches to discovering the history behind the Schwabentor or even Bismarck Tower, discover unique sites that an ordinary tourist tour won’t show you! We always knew travelling was the best way of learning, but having a knowledgeable Local by your side to give you insider tips and share local secrets is even better! Of course, if you want to learn about something in particular or have a special interest, just let me know, and I will adjust the itinerary for you!
Inclusions: A Local who wants to show you his city!
Exclusions: Personal expenses during the Experience, Food, Drinks or Snacks
Reviewed By tinaschrader20
Very pleasant and knowledgeable guide, we did see lots of interesting places, can highly recommend him to fellow travellers
8. Photogenic Freiburg with a Local
This Experience is provided by a private Local. Come with me to discover the city of Freiburg through your camera lens! Join me on this short city walk for the unique opportunity to get to know the city from an insider’s point of view and take stunning pictures of it at the same time! Our walk will take us from city hall to the top of Freiburg. While you use your camera to capture the beauty of Freiburg, you will also get to discover local spots and hidden gems that a typical tourist tour won’t show you. Treat your curiosity by discovering an alternative side of Freiburg and all the unique beauty it has to offer! Don't forget to book the Experience at a suitable time to have the best light possible for the pictures! You cannot leave the city before having capture the beauty of the City Garden or taken in the beautiful view from the top of Freiburg.
Inclusions: A Local who wants to show you his city!
Exclusions: Personal expenses during the Experience, Food, Drinks or Snacks
Reviewed By tinaschrader20
Very pleasant and knowledgeable guide, we did see lots of interesting places, can highly recommend him to fellow travellers
9. Culture and Traditions Private Hike through the Black Forest
In this 2.5-hour experience, you will enjoy the best of both the bewitchingly beautiful town of Triberg and the amazing nature surrounding it as we hike up to the highest accessible waterfall in Germany, learn the legend behind Maria in der Tanne church, or marvel at the world’s biggest cuckoo clock! Active walking interspersed with resting breaks to taste local delicacies such as the legendary Black Forest cherry cake or the Triberg spruce ham, will round off this experience to make it an ultimate delight to discover the manifold culture and traditions of the Black Forest!
Inclusions: A Local that wants to show you his city!
Exclusions: Personal expenses during the Experience, Food, drinks or snacks
Reviewed By tinaschrader20
Very pleasant and knowledgeable guide, we did see lots of interesting places, can highly recommend him to fellow travellers
10. Gengenbach Private Walking Tour
Welcome to Gengebach, one of the most beautiful towns in Germany and well known for its chocolates. The city boasts a picturesque, traditional, medieval town centre, which in winter turns into the world's largest advent calendar house with its 24 windows. Admire the fountain at Marktplatz with a statue of a knight, a symbol of Gengenbach’s medieval status as a Free Imperial City. The best way to know more about Gengenbach’s history is to explore around its narrow back streets, lined with listed half-timbered and shuttered houses framed by vineyards and orchards.
Inclusions: Local Guide who will be with your group only, Private guided Tour, Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot
Exclusions: Entrance fees, Gratuities
Reviewed By kiriban
We were a group of 9 in Vienna and needed a Russian-speaking guide for a city tour. Booking procedure was quick and convinient, the guide was very professional and entertaining. Great experience!
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