Black Forest and Rhine Falls Day Trip from Zurich
Overview
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7 hours
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Visit the breathtaking Black Forest region and the Rhine Falls – Europe’s largest waterfall – in one day on a tour from Zurich! The full-day trip starts with a visit to Titisee-Neustadt, a pretty town in the heart of Germany's Black Forest. Admire its star attraction, Lake Titisee, and visit the locally renowned Drubb watchmaker to see traditional German cuckoo clocks being made. Before returning to Zurich, stop at Rhine Falls to watch the waters of the Rhine River crashing down a 75-foot (23-meter) drop.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A current valid PASSPORT is REQUIRED on the day of travel
In October it might be that we amend the program and visit the Rhinefalls first and then Titisee in the Black Forest Region
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Visit to Drubba Watch Showroom
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Food & Drinks
Gratuities
Boat ride at Rhinefalls (optional)
What To Expect
Zurich
Check in for your tour at the bus parking Sihlquai. Settle aboard your luxury coach, departing central Zurich for the drive north to southern Germany.
Schluchsee
The drive lasts just over 1.5 hours, so sit back, relax and take in the postcard-perfect scenery. Pass by Lake Schluchsee, the lush green hills and woods of the Black Forest.
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Black Forest and Rhine Falls Day Trip from Zurich
Reviews
359 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great for first time...
Clifton W,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great for first time visitors. Saw things we wouldn’t have otherwise. Great guide and driver. Enjoyed the experience.
Enjoyable Day!
Melanie P,
Aug 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00I was a little worried when we started the tour because we had to speak first to the tour guide, rather than being welcomed by him. But, he soon warmed up and became very friendly and helpful to us! We enjoyed our time in Titisee, mostly because I've wanted a Black Forest cuckoo clock for many years, and this trip afforded me the opportunity to get one! The cuckoo clock demo in the shop was "phoned in" by the store clerk, but she was incredibly helpful in helping me to select, purchase, explain, and package my clock for a safe journey back to the States. The only thing that was a bit of a pain in Titisee, is that no one accepts CHFs, only Euros, plus, at most of the shops, you must make a minimum 10€ purchase to use a card. Fortunately, my husband had grabbed some Euros that we had left over from a previous trip to Germany "just in case". The Rhein Falls were gorgeous and mighty. We didn't do the boat experience because we had read that you get wet (you don't), but we enjoyed getting up close on the promenade. Everything else was efficient and enjoyable. What a great day!
Black Forest and Rhein Falls tour
CindyJ F,
Aug 26, 2025
- Viator
4.00You don't actually get to watch a person making a cuckoo clock. You get a brief history and she shows you the materials used. Also, you barely have time to shop, but there is a nice little restaurant where we got good German food, and the Black Forest Cake was delicious! Also, the Rhein Falls trip is nice, but a little more time there would be nice, too.
Beautiful
manjul m,
Aug 20, 2025
- Viator
4.00Black forest were beautiful. Although we wish we could have more time at the forest and the village titise, because it was all quite rushed.
To short of time at Black forest. Barely had time to have lunch
Richard B,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
3.00Long bus ride. To short of time at Black forest. Barely had time ti have lunch. No time to shop. Nice water fall
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