14 Activities
A Day Road Trip to Triberg, The Town of Clocks!
Starts from
Stuttgart
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
14
Duration
11 hrs
Length
122 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Stuttgart
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
11 hrs
Length
122 mi
- Natural Attractions
- Unusual Locations
- Family-Friendly
Jack Parker
Travel Expert
- See the world's largest cuckoo clock.
- Hike to one of Germany's tallest waterfalls.
- Enjoy traditional German food.
- Take the high-speed lift to the observation deck.
An authentic German experience in the Black Forest!
You'll visit the town of Triberg in Germany's famous black forest! A quintessentially German town, Triberg is known as the town of clocks and features the world's largest cuckoo clock! You will be visiting this along with several other local attractions, including one of Germany's tallest waterfalls. Make sure to bring a camera, as you will want to remember this one.
You'll visit the town of Triberg in Germany's famous black forest! A quintessentially German town, Triberg is known as the town of clocks and features the world's largest cuckoo clock! You will be visiting this along with several other local attractions, including one of Germany's tallest waterfalls. Make sure to bring a camera, as you will want to remember this one.
Categories
- Natural Attractions
- Unusual Locations
- Family-Friendly
An authentic German experience in the Black Forest!
You'll visit the town of Triberg in Germany's famous black forest! A quintessentially German town, Triberg is known as the town of clocks and features the world's largest cuckoo clock! You will be visiting this along with several other local attractions, including one of Germany's tallest waterfalls. Make sure to bring a camera, as you will want to remember this one.
You'll visit the town of Triberg in Germany's famous black forest! A quintessentially German town, Triberg is known as the town of clocks and features the world's largest cuckoo clock! You will be visiting this along with several other local attractions, including one of Germany's tallest waterfalls. Make sure to bring a camera, as you will want to remember this one.
Jack Parker
Travel Expert
- See the world's largest cuckoo clock.
- Hike to one of Germany's tallest waterfalls.
- Enjoy traditional German food.
- Take the high-speed lift to the observation deck.
Day Itinerary
14 Activities
Day 1
121 mi1 mi
Explore the Town of Clocks
You will be visiting a couple of the most famous clocks, including the world's largest cuckoo clock, and then explore the museum dedicated to the Black Forest clock's history. You will hike up to the highest waterfall in Germany and enjoy dinner at a very traditional German restaurant! Along the way, some fascinating sights await you as well. Enjoy!
10:0045 min
TK Elevator Test Tower
Before you set off into the world of clocks, stop by the viewing platform along the way to admire the surroundings. Germany's got this super tall test tower by TK Elevator in Rottweil that's one of the highest structures around, standing at a whopping 246 meters! They've got an international lift testing platform there that helps accelerate development of skyscrapers.
Here, you can actually go up and check out the marvellous panoramic views from their observation deck that's 232 meters high, making it the highest public visitor platform in the country. And the best part? You'll reach the top in less than a minute with their ultra-fast elevators!
Here, you can actually go up and check out the marvellous panoramic views from their observation deck that's 232 meters high, making it the highest public visitor platform in the country. And the best part? You'll reach the top in less than a minute with their ultra-fast elevators!
25.7 mi
50 min
11:4530 min
World's Largest Cuckoo Clock
It is Triberg's most famous attraction!
Confirmed as the world's largest cuckoo clock since 1997, this clock chimes twice an hour, with each call coming from pipes 13 feet long! The clock was built following traditional blueprints for a Black Forest clock at 60 times the size.
And if you arrive a little earlier than the cuckoo appears to you, explore Eble Uhren-Park, filled with authentic Black Forest clocks with grandfather clocks, wall clocks and so much more.
Confirmed as the world's largest cuckoo clock since 1997, this clock chimes twice an hour, with each call coming from pipes 13 feet long! The clock was built following traditional blueprints for a Black Forest clock at 60 times the size.
And if you arrive a little earlier than the cuckoo appears to you, explore Eble Uhren-Park, filled with authentic Black Forest clocks with grandfather clocks, wall clocks and so much more.
3.2 mi
10 min
12:3015 min
Cuckoo Clock
Keep discovering the timepieces located in and around the town of Triberg. It's a whirlwind of activity with 21 twirling figurines that come to life when you slip in a coin.
This marvel is nestled beside the House of Black Forest Cuckoo Clocks, where you'll find a treasure trove of timepieces and mementos. The Herr family, skilled clocksmiths for generations, owns the shop, and you might even get to meet the friendly current proprietor, Adolf Herr.
This marvel is nestled beside the House of Black Forest Cuckoo Clocks, where you'll find a treasure trove of timepieces and mementos. The Herr family, skilled clocksmiths for generations, owns the shop, and you might even get to meet the friendly current proprietor, Adolf Herr.
4.8 mi
15 min
13:005 min
Car Park
Park your car here and get your boots on for a short hike after delicious lunch!
0.2 mi
5 min
13:101 hr
Wirtshaus Alt-Tryberg
Before hiking to the next attraction, the highest waterfalls in Germany, you should be properly nourished. So, lunchtime!
In Wirtshaus Alt-Tryberg you will be greeted by a great selection of traditional German dishes!
In Wirtshaus Alt-Tryberg you will be greeted by a great selection of traditional German dishes!
0.5 mi
20 min
14:3030 min
Triberg Waterfalls
Just a short hike away, you will come across the Triberg Waterfalls!
The hike is a beautiful route year-round! With a descent of 163 m, it is one of the highest waterfalls in Germany and a landmark in the Black Forest region!
As you wander along the winding paths, discover intriguing facts about the local flora and fauna displayed on beautiful boards. Don't miss the adorable squirrels eagerly darting around!
The hike is a beautiful route year-round! With a descent of 163 m, it is one of the highest waterfalls in Germany and a landmark in the Black Forest region!
As you wander along the winding paths, discover intriguing facts about the local flora and fauna displayed on beautiful boards. Don't miss the adorable squirrels eagerly darting around!
0.4 mi
10 min
15:155 min
Car Park
Head back along the forest trail and pick up your car.
1.3 mi
5 min
15:3030 min
Erste weltgrößte Kuckucksuhr
Take a short wander, and you will come across one more of Triberg's many clocks!
The setting is uniquely German! Master clockmaker Josef Dold and his family dedicated two years to create this masterpiece, nestled in the enchanting Black Forest region. This colossal clock isn't just huge; it's a work of art – 50 times larger than an average cuckoo clock and made entirely of handcrafted wood.
Stick around for the cuckoo, which makes an appearance every 30 minutes.
The setting is uniquely German! Master clockmaker Josef Dold and his family dedicated two years to create this masterpiece, nestled in the enchanting Black Forest region. This colossal clock isn't just huge; it's a work of art – 50 times larger than an average cuckoo clock and made entirely of handcrafted wood.
Stick around for the cuckoo, which makes an appearance every 30 minutes.
9.1 mi
20 min
16:2045 min
German Clock Museum
Did you know that the German Clock Museum has an impressive 160-year-old collection, boasting over 8000 timepieces from around the globe? They're particularly well-known for their unparalleled Black Forest Clocks, which offer a captivating glimpse into the region's history, traditions, and culture.
Before going on to the next attraction after the museum, please read its description. In summer, you can also stay at the museum for a longer time.
Before going on to the next attraction after the museum, please read its description. In summer, you can also stay at the museum for a longer time.
7 mi
15 min
17:4515 min
Triberg Gallows
Please take into account. This attraction may not be suitable for children or impressionable travellers, but it should not be missed by those interested in history.
The Triberg Gallows are two sandstone pillars, with a wooden beam set across the top. One pillar bears the date 1721 while the other a mason's mark.
The gallows were deliberately erected to be seen from a great distance as a symbol of justice.
By 1779, 15 executions were recorded, 12 of them for witchcraft!
The Triberg Gallows are two sandstone pillars, with a wooden beam set across the top. One pillar bears the date 1721 while the other a mason's mark.
The gallows were deliberately erected to be seen from a great distance as a symbol of justice.
By 1779, 15 executions were recorded, 12 of them for witchcraft!
6.8 mi
15 min
18:151 hr
Ackerloch Grillschopf
Time to grab some dinner at Ackerloch Grillschopf. At this traditional German establishment, you will be delighted to find a selection of grilled dishes ranging from suckling pig to steaks and even fish!
63.3 mi
1 hr 30 min
20:455 min
Car Park
If you have any energy left after an action-packed day, you can enjoy an evening stroll around Tübingen. This multi-storey car park is a convenient option within walking distance of the city centre.
0.2 mi
5 min
21:0015 min
Neckar Bridge
Connecting the city of Tübingen, Eberhardsbrücke (also known as Neckarbrücke) is a stunning 81 m archway over the beautiful Neckar river. It honours Count Eberhard im Bart – founder of local university and much praised Duke of Württemberg.
You can stroll along the broad pavements of the bridge and admire the view of the embankment with its authentic houses, or go down to the island park with an avenue of plane trees, also offering city views.
You can stroll along the broad pavements of the bridge and admire the view of the embankment with its authentic houses, or go down to the island park with an avenue of plane trees, also offering city views.
0.3 mi
10 min
21:3030 min
Marktplatz Tübingen
Finish your day at the market square feels like a warm embrace thanks to the tall, centuries-old buildings that surround it – it's truly the town's "parlour". Can you believe this place was first mentioned way back in 1302?
Also take a moment to admire that splendid Renaissance fountain, designed in 1617 by Heinrich Schickhardt and inspired by the Bolognese style. The lovely ladies sprawled around Neptune represent the four seasons.
Treat yourself to a well-deserved break at one of the inviting cafés overlooking the town hall. Oh, pay attention to the clock on the town hall – the astronomical clock, crafted by the Johannes Stöffler. Originally perched on the third floor, this time-telling treasure now adorns the building's charmingly tapered roof.
With not one, not two, but three faces, the clock gracefully ticks away time, tracks the months and years over 18-year cycles and showcases the lunar phases. It has kept its charm and accuracy intact even after all these years! .
Also take a moment to admire that splendid Renaissance fountain, designed in 1617 by Heinrich Schickhardt and inspired by the Bolognese style. The lovely ladies sprawled around Neptune represent the four seasons.
Treat yourself to a well-deserved break at one of the inviting cafés overlooking the town hall. Oh, pay attention to the clock on the town hall – the astronomical clock, crafted by the Johannes Stöffler. Originally perched on the third floor, this time-telling treasure now adorns the building's charmingly tapered roof.
With not one, not two, but three faces, the clock gracefully ticks away time, tracks the months and years over 18-year cycles and showcases the lunar phases. It has kept its charm and accuracy intact even after all these years! .