The picturesque village of Forbach is nestled in the Murg River Valley and surrounded by enchanting forests, lakes and mountains. A covered wooden bridge spans across the river and gives the village a fairy-tale feel. Traditional timber-frame buildings decorated with colourful flowerboxes add to the postcard-perfect atmosphere.
Swim and sunbathe by the Schwarzenbach Dam. The scenic reservoir collects runoff from the Black Forest Mountains and is a great place to spend a hot summer’s day. Enjoy a picnic by the dam and stretch your legs on waterside trails. If you’re feeling adventurous, rent a rowboat and explore the shoreline.
Explore more than 10,000 hectares of spruce and beech forests in Schwarzwald National Park. The park is set in Germany’s famous Black Forest and is laced with scenic walking trails where you can hike along windswept ridges, descend into deep valleys and uncover hidden waterfalls. Summit trails reward you with sweeping views over the forest and national park. Refuel with a slice of Black Forest cake, a local specialty features layers of cream and cherry jam sandwiched between chocolate sponge.
Getting there
Forbach is in Baden-Württemberg, a 20-minute drive from Saarbrücken and two hours from Frankfurt. Trains run between Forbach and Frankfurt in three hours. Frankfurt Airport is a two-hour drive away.