The way to a man's heart goes through his stomach
"Where enjoyment is in the air"
Food and drink in the Black Forest immediately bring to mind Black Forest cherry cake , Maultaschen (filled pasta pockets) with potato salad, or homemade Käsespätzle (cheese spaetzle) – you'll find these typical Black Forest delicacies in abundance here in the Northern Black Forest. Sample them prepared according to traditional family recipes or as modern reinterpretations. No matter how you choose to enjoy them, you'll find local ingredients and regional products on every plate.
Discover not only regional cuisine but also creative culinary delights of German cooking in the restaurants of the Northern Black Forest. Embark on a culinary journey through the diverse cuisines of the region, explore new flavor combinations, and enjoy special moments in a unique atmosphere with our warm and welcoming hosts. And so that the enjoyment doesn't end when you leave, our local producers offer delicious treats to take home with you.
10 reasons to enjoy the Northern Black Forest
- excellent Nature park hosts and Heckengäu chefs
- numerous Direct marketers and manufacturers
- regional beer and Mineral water
- Michelin-starred and gourmet cuisine
- Slow Food - Kitchen
- cozy Coffees with delicious cake and pastry creations
- High-proof alcohol such as Gin, Whiskey, other brandies and liqueurs
- Black Forest specialties and Swabian home cooking
- exciting cooking lessons, which offer insights into the fascinating magic of the kitchen
- culinary cycling and hiking tours
Come hungry, leave full and satisfied
Whether you 're looking for rustic restaurants with hearty fare, Michelin-starred gourmet establishments , cozy mountain huts for a break, or up-and-coming chefs offering creative culinary experiences – there's something for everyone here! Want to know where your food comes from? Then experience the local variety and freshness at one of our many partner restaurants dedicated to regional cuisine. Products from local fields or the Black Forest nature parks are key ingredients in these kitchens and can be enjoyed year-round.
Stop by one of our mountain huts during your hike or bike ride and enjoy a fresh, homemade Black Forest snack. If you can't imagine life without the Black Forest at home, then visit our regional producers , weekly markets , direct marketers , and manufacturers . Here you'll find the full range of local delicacies, from coffee and chocolate to beer, brandies, and liqueurs, as well as Black Forest specialties like Spätzle, blueberries, and ham.
Watch Michelin-starred chefs at work during a cooking class , get hands-on in the kitchen, and create your own culinary delights. Experience the gourmet cuisine and culinary traditions of the Black Forest in your own personal way – our hosts, chefs, and local producers are already waiting for you!
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The Black Forest as a large restaurant
Delicious, regional, and diverse: the food in the Black Forest has so much to offer. After all, our restaurants are known for their varied cuisine, which caters to every palate. From hearty snacks to multi-course Michelin-starred meals, you'll find it all here. Quality is just as important as regionality : much of what's used in the kitchens of our restaurants and inns comes directly from the local area. Short supply chains and sustainable production are always included with our Nature Park innkeepers .
Inn or hotel – the Black Forest has it all
From simple cafés and cozy inns to chic hotels with multi-starred restaurants, travelers in the Northern Black Forest will find everything their palate and heart desire. The spectrum ranges from hearty snacks, naturally featuring genuine Black Forest ham , to culinary highlights of top-tier gastronomy . The motto of Black Forest tourism: anything goes, as long as it tastes good. And it certainly does in the many places here where guests can eat, drink, and simply feel at ease.
Culinary delights in the Black Forest: simply excellent!
The Black Forest is one of the top regions for discerning palates : It's no coincidence that some of our hosts are ranked at the top of restaurant guides and often even awarded by the Michelin Guide or Gault Millau. Their restaurants are among the best that Germany has to offer in terms of cuisine. Tourism and holidays at their most delicious, and enjoyment at the highest level – that's what you can consistently expect from the Northern Black Forest.
Restaurants in the Black Forest: More than just enjoyment
In the Northern Black Forest, enjoyment isn't limited to just the food and drinks on offer. Our restaurants and hosts, with their dedicated teams of wellness specialists, pamper guests in every way. What you can expect here is a vacation for body and soul. This ranges from offers and tips for special places, excursions, hikes, or bike tours to top-class wellness and spa treatments . It tastes delicious, it feels good – it almost goes without saying that you'll want to (re)enjoy a delightful vacation in the Northern Black Forest.
