Titisee, Germany — where the Black Forest meets the lake

Titisee Lake

Titisee Lake

10 minutes by foot

The glacial lake at the heart of Titisee is clean, swimmable in summer, and ringed by easy forest paths. Rowing boats and pedal boats can be hired from the southern shore.

Hochfirst Summit Trail

Hochfirst Summit Trail

25 minutes by foot

The trail from Hochfirstweg to the Hochfirst summit (1,190m) delivers broad views across the southern Black Forest and the Rhine plain toward the Alsace on clear days.

Feldberg

Feldberg

20 minutes by car

The highest point in the Black Forest at 1,493m. In winter it operates as a ski area; in summer the ridge walks and ibex spotting make it a worthwhile half-day from Titisee.

Titisee Town Market

Titisee Town Market

8 minutes by foot

The weekly market in central Titisee brings Black Forest honey, smoked meats, seasonal cheese, and local preserves — excellent supply for a self-catered evening in the apartment.