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Black Forest German Language School Trips & Tours

The Black Forest, situated on the east side of the French-German border is the perfect destination for a language school trip to explore and compare two countries. With a range of educational and cultural visits, Strasbourg, Freiburg, forest and spa towns are not to be missed.

A study tour to this popular destination is ideal for both German and French language groups, with a varied and exciting range of target language-focused visits and experiences to build and develop conversational and comprehension skills. Rich in cultural and educational visits, the Black Forest offers a memorable and varied experience for language groups. 

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Top visits

Triberg

This full day visit takes your group through the scenic Black Forest to the town of Triberg. Students can explore the Town Hall, with its intricate wood carvings, and the Heimatmuseum devoted to the traditions of the Black Forest including costumes, watch and clock-making, cooperage, ceramics and woodcarvings.

Gutach Falls

Many groups who visit Triberg include a visit to the spectacular Gutach Falls which plunge over a series of seven waterfalls and at 163m are Germany’s highest.

Wolfach Glass Blowing Demonstration & Tour

The last glassworks in the Black Forest that still manufactures mouth blown glass, here you can watch glassblowers and glass grinders at work and explore the engraving studio.

Freiburg

The historic town of Freiburg has become a cultural and historical centre. Situated at the heart of the Black Forest, Freiburg, is rich in history and culture.

Gutach Open Air Museum

The museum has many restored 16th century buildings and has preserved the old customs and traditions of the town.

Strasbourg

Popular with groups, the Cathedral, with its astronomical clock, offers a superb view of the city. Students can visit the picturesque “quartier de la Petite France” and take the tourist train for a tour around the old town.

Europa Park Theme Park

With over 100 attractions, 11 roller coasters and 13 European themed areas, this theme park is a popular choice for our groups!

Nautiland Swimming Centre

This indoor water park in Hagenau is home to 63 metres of toboggan slides, river rapids, water cascades and fountains.

Lake Titisee

Formed by a glacier melt in the Pleistocene era and situated in the dense groves of the Black Forest, this is the perfect setting for free time.

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Hotel Rebstock

Good quality accommodation with friendly hosts who are very experienced in accommodating youth groups.

 

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Hotel Rebstock

Good quality accommodation with friendly hosts who are very experienced in accommodating youth groups.

 

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