A Walk in the Black Forest

Updated on 5 March 2025

Tell me more
Join us for some classic and varied walks in the beautifully scenic Black Forest.

Hop in and drop out to suit yourself.

When does this event start & finish
The trip starts on 2nd June and finishes on 7th June 2025.

If you wish to extend your holiday you could join us on the continuation trip, posted as a separate event, called ''Spectacular walks and magnificent cities'

What are we doing
This is primarily a walking holiday with time to look around the spa town of Baden Baden Visit Baden-Baden [Germany] and Freiburg Welcome to Freiburg

We need to have some flexibility to cater for prevailing weather conditions and group ability, however our plan includes some great walking options.

Travel arrangements
You can make your own travel arrangements or contact Carl R if you would like to travel in his 7 seater vehicle. This can be pre paid & booked to secure you place or pay as you go, subject to seat availability.

Accommodation
We will share details of accommodation booked.
You should book your own accommodation to suit your requirements.
If you are traveling with us it will be more convenient for you to stay nearby to reduce your journey time to meet us in the mornings.

Our itinerary includes overnight stays as follows:

• Luxembourg (1night). Arrive 2 June, depart 3 June
• Baden Baden (2 nights). Arrive 3 June, depart 5 June
• Freiburg (2 nights). Arrive 5 June, depart 7 June.

Hop in and drop out
If you plan to hop in and drop out we will provide you with our accommodation location & planned start time for the days you will be joining us.

If you wish to fly or train from UK to join us, the following may be good locations to meet up:

• Luxembourg on 2nd or 3rd June
• Baden Baden on 3rd or 4th June
• Freiburg on 5th June

Costs
Transport in our 7 seat vehicle is charged as follows and subject to availability:

• Pay as you go – £35 per day.
• Pre-pay and pre-book for a minimum of 3 consecutive days with dates specified - £30 per day.

The above charges cover the cost of Eurotunnel, tolls, fuel, car parks etc.

The organisers plan this holiday for the enjoyment of the participants and to raise money for charity, not for profit.

We ask for a £5 donation for GOSH Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children.

You pay for your own accommodation direct. Pay as you go for, food, drinks, personal expenses etc.

How do I secure a place on this trip?

• Just sign up to this Meetup.
• We will message you to confirm availability and options.
• Book your accommodation & transport. Let Carl R have details.
• A £10 deposit is required to reserve a seat in our car. The balance will be due on 14 April. We will use WhatsApp for communication.
• Pay £5 donation to GOSH.

Important information

• You must wear suitable footwear and hiking clothes for the planned walks. If you are well prepared it should be a very rewarding experience.
• If you are not sure about suitable footwear or clothes or your ability to do these walks please discuss with Carl R in advance so that you can make a considered decision.
• Participants must take full responsibility for their own welfare and safety.
• You sign up for and attend our activities at your own risk.
• This Meetup group does not have insurances to cover your activity.
• Please do not attend if you do not feel confident to walk on all types of surfaces with steep inclines.

Finally
Please message Carl R if you need additional information.
If you sign up for this trip you will be added to a WhatsApp group.