School trips to the Black Forest
Two countries. One unforgettable experience.
The Black Forest offers students a different side of Europe.
Traditional villages. Forest landscapes. German customs and culture. It's a destination that feels a world away from home, with incredible opportunities for language learning and enrichment.
Many groups also combine visits to nearby France, giving students the chance to experience two distinct cultures in a single trip. From Strasbourg and Freiburg to Triberg and Lake Titisee, there's plenty to explore along the way.
What to expect on a school trip to the Black Forest
The Black Forest feels like the Germany students imagine.
They can explore a region known for its traditions, craftsmanship and spectacular scenery, while gaining a deeper appreciation of German culture.
From visits to Triberg and the Gutach Open Air Museum, to time spent across the border in France, the region offers experiences that are difficult to replicate.
What are the highlights of a school trip to the Black Forest?
The Black Forest combines culture, scenery, and hands-on experiences.
Highlights include:
- Discovering traditional Black Forest customs at the Gutach Open Air Museum.
- Exploring Triberg and its famous clock-making heritage.
- Watching skilled craftspeople at work during a glass-blowing demonstration in Wolfach.
- Visiting Freiburg and nearby Strasbourg.
- Spending time at the beautiful Lake Titisee.
- Enjoying over 100 attractions at Europa Park.
Why book your Black Forest school trip with NST?
A school trip should feel exciting. But, planning how to get there shouldn't be the hard part.
That's why schools choose NST. Smart online planning tools. Responsive support. Financial protection. Trusted safety standards. Everything designed to make organising your trip faster, smoother and more straightforward.
Browse our most popular Black Forest school trips
Why choose NST?
Here's why thousands of teachers choose NST each year...
- Unrivalled school trip knowledge
Your dedicated Tour Co-ordinator will use their trip planning knowledge and expertise to create a tailor-made, curriculum-linked itinerary to meet your group’s exact needs.
- Making it easier for you
Your own trip organiser, travel app, free classroom packs and trip promo resources.
- Free group leader inspection visits
Visit your chosen destination free of charge and plan with confidence.
- Value for money, always
We work hard to make every penny count.
- Over 55 years’ experience
With NST you can rest assured that your group is in safe hands.
- Aligned to your learning outcomes
Every trip can be built around your specific goals — from the latest GCSE and A level curriculum requirements to particular themes, interests or visits you want to focus on.
- Risk assessment guidance
Clear, practical support to help you manage group safety including our free guide.
- Offsetting carbon emissions
Through our partnership with Carbon Footprint, we're committed to offset one tonne of CO2 emissions, and plant a tree on school grounds in the UK, for every trip booked.
Black Forest trip highlights - our groups love
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.
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.
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.
Gutach Open Air Museum
The museum has many restored 16th century buildings and has preserved the old customs and traditions of the 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!
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.
