Camping in Baden-Württemberg: Black Forest, Lake Constance & Münstertal – hiking, swimming & nature

Camping in Baden-Württemberg – Southern Germany is predominantly characterized by a mountainous landscape.
So you can set off on a hiking vacation with the family straight from the campsite in Baden-Württemberg.
Or you can go for a walk along the banks of a river or lake.
Here you will find tips for campsites, activities and sights in beautiful places such as Lake Constance, Münstertal, the Black Forest and Lake Titisee.
You can also take a tour between the towns or along the Rhine in the comfort of your car with a roof tent.

Picturesque landscape of lakes, mountains & rivers

The federal state of Baden-Württemberg is located in the west of southern Germany and borders Rhineland-Palatinate, Bavaria and Hesse.
The neighboring countries of France and Switzerland also share a border with the region.
Baden-Württemberg is criss-crossed by mountain ranges, making it an ideal place to enjoy nature in Germany.
The Rhine and Danube also flow through the state and offer popular travel routes for walks along the banks and exciting boat trips.
The mountainous landscape also favors many lakes.
One of the most famous and most visited lakes for campers in Baden-Württemberg is Lake Constance.
Lake Constance is the third largest lake in Central Europe and offers a variety of recreational activities for campers such as swimming, boating, fishing, cycling and hiking.
There are numerous campsites along Lake Constance that are suitable for campers and offer beautiful scenery and recreational opportunities.

This is where the federal state is located on the map:

Allgäu: Mountain ranges in the far south

We start with the Alpine region of Allgäu.
Mention the Allgäu and you might immediately think of green meadows, imposing mountains and Alpine panoramas.
But this vacation region in southern Germany has much more to offer!
Whether you like hiking, relaxing, cycling, experiencing art and culture or winter sports, the Allgäu has something for everyone.
Everything important – at a glance:

• Allgäu is part of the Alps
• Known for green meadows, mountains & alpine panoramas
• Versatile vacation offer:
  • Hiking
  • Relaxation
  • Cycling
  • Experience art and culture
  • Winter sports

If you would like to find out more, you will find it here:

• Camping in the Allgäu

The Allgäu is located in the very south of Germany:

Steep mountain ranges – that’s how beautiful the Allgäu is:

Lake Constance: Germany’s largest lake

Lake Constance has already been mentioned.
Find out more about Germany’s largest lake here.
A bike tour around Lake Constance?
Hiking in the mountains?
Enjoying the sun on the beach?
Or activities in the water, such as windsurfing or sailing?
With numerous attractions, you are guaranteed a vacation for the whole family.
Relaxing vacations for the grown-ups and pure adventure for the little ones – with a mixture of relaxing nature vacations, cultural city trips and exciting activities, everyone gets their money’s worth in the most beautiful corners of Lake Constance.
What you should know about Lake Constance:

• Lake Constance = Germany’s largest lake
• Various activities possible:
  • Bike tour around the lake
  • Hiking in the mountains
  • Relaxing on the beach
  • Water sports such as windsurfing or sailing
  • Numerous sights
• Vacation for the whole family:
  • Recreation for the adults
  • Adventures for the children
  • Mixture of nature, culture & activities

So that you can really enjoy Lake Constance, you can find even more tips here:

• Camping on Lake Constance

Lake Constance is located between Switzerland, Germany and Austria:

Swimming with the mountains in the background – here is a first impression of Lake Constance:

Constance: city experience directly on Lake Constance

You already know Lake Constance, but one of the top vacation spots on the lake is the beautiful city of Constance.
There’s something for everyone here, whether it’s relaxing by the lake, walking or cycling in the countryside, exploring the old town or visiting museums.
After an eventful day, you can end the evening with your loved ones at one of the natural campsites by the lake.
Everything you need to know about the city of Constance:

• Top vacation spot on the lake
• Campsites by the lake
• Various activities:
  • Relaxation by the lake
  • Walks & bike tours in the countryside
  • Exploring the old town
  • Museum visits

Read more:

• Camping in Constance

Directly on Lake Constance – here you can find Constance on the map:

The city with a view of Lake Constance.
Here you can get a first impression of Constance:

Münstertal: Experiences in a rural setting

In the beautiful Münstertal, which is close to the Swiss and French borders, camping enthusiasts get their money’s worth.
Compared to Constance, it is much more rural here: hiking on well-known trails such as the Belchensteig, Schauinsland and Feldberg, cycling on picturesque cycle paths, swimming in the Münstertal river or in bathing lakes, visiting historical sights such as the St. Trudpert monastery and enjoying regional specialties in the surrounding restaurants and cafés.
That’s why you should go to Münstertal:

• Rich selection of hiking trails
• Cycling on picturesque cycle paths
• Swimming in the Münstertal river or in bathing lakes
• Visit historical sights
• Enjoy regional specialties in the surrounding restaurants & cafés

Find out what else you should know about a vacation in Münstertal here:

• Camping in the Münstertal

Quick overview – here is the Münstertal on the map:

You have such a view from the mountains in the Münstertal:

Rhine: Vineyards & water sports

The Rhine is a river that meanders through Europe for more than 1,320 kilometers and also flows through Baden-Württemberg.
Two sections border the federal state: the High Rhine and the Upper Rhine.
While you can enjoy the beautiful landscape with vineyards on the Upper Rhine, the High Rhine allows you to enjoy water sports from Lake Constance onwards.
In a nutshell – everything you need to know:

• Baden-Württemberg two sections of the Rhine: High Rhine & Upper Rhine
• On the Upper Rhine: enjoy the beautiful landscape with vineyards
• Hochrhein: perfect for water sports from Lake Constance onwards

Find out what else you should know here:

• Camping on the Rhine

Here you can see the route from the High Rhine, from Lake Constance to Basel (Switzerland):

And here is the one from the Upper Rhine from Basel to Rüdesheim:

Wide river landscape – here is a first impression of the Rhine:

Black Forest: Mountains for climbing, horse riding & winter sports

The Black Forest is one of the most beautiful regions in Germany and offers its visitors countless opportunities to enjoy the region’s nature and culture.
The dense forests, picturesque landscapes and historic architecture make the Black Forest a unique vacation destination.
Here you can go hiking, walking, cycling or simply enjoy nature.
The Black Forest also offers a variety of activities such as climbing, mountain biking, horse riding and skiing in winter.
In summary, it reads faster:

• The Black Forest is one of the most beautiful regions in Germany
• Dense forests, picturesque landscapes & historic architecture
• Hiking, walking, cycling & enjoying nature
• Variety of activities: climbing, mountain biking, horse riding & skiing

Here you can find out everything there is to know about a vacation in the Black Forest, which top spots and highlights you should not miss under any circumstances and how best to stay in the unspoiled region:

• Camping in the Black Forest

In the southwest, almost near France, lies the Black Forest:

Wonderful hiking trails – here you can enjoy your vacation:

Titisee: Camping by the lake in the middle of the Black Forest

Lake Titisee in the Black Forest is the largest natural lake and one of the top attractions in the region.
A hike around the lake or a boat trip offer breathtaking views.
The almost 2 km long lake is ideal for a day trip, but also for a week full of activities in the area.
There is a lot to discover, so you should plan enough time to experience everything.
Lake Titisee also offers plenty of opportunities to relax and unwind, whether on the beach, in the sauna or with a massage in one of the surrounding wellness centers.
What you can experience at Lake Titisee:

• Titisee: largest natural lake in the Black Forest & top attraction
• Hike around the lake or boat trip offer breathtaking views
• Ideal for a day trip or a week full of activities in the area
• Relaxation & recreation options on the beach, in the sauna or at the spa

You can find more tips about the lake here:

• Camping at Titisee

You can see the highlight in the Black Forest on the map here:

And the view of Lake Titisee is so beautiful:

Baden-Württemberg in pictures: 3 more tips

To give you a better impression of the state, you can find more tips here.

A lake landscape to fall in love with: crystal-clear water in the mountains

Baden-Württemberg offers you many lakes with a great panorama.
In addition to Lake Constance, which you already know, there are even more lakes in the state.
One of these is Lake Constance, also known as Untersee, which borders Lake Constance to the west and delights visitors with its crystal-clear water and picturesque shores.
Schluchsee in the southern Black Forest is another popular lake that is suitable for swimming as well as sailing, surfing and fishing.
Lake Mummelsee in the northern Black Forest is also an idyllic lake surrounded by dense forests and rocky hills.
There are also many other lakes, such as the Eibsee in the Swabian Forest, which all have their own charm and contribute to an unforgettable nature experience in Baden-Württemberg.
That’s the beauty of the lakes in Baden-Württemberg:

• Lake Constance (Untersee): borders on Lake Constance, crystal-clear water & picturesque lakeside villages
• Schluchsee in the southern Black Forest: suitable for swimming, sailing, surfing & fishing
• Mummelsee in the northern Black Forest: surrounded by dense forests & rocky hills
• Each lake has its own charm & offers an unforgettable nature experience

Danube & Rhine: Two of the longest rivers in Germany

Baden-Württemberg not only offers numerous lakes, but also picturesque river landscapes that invite you to discover and explore.
The Rhine and the Danube are two of these in the state.
You already know the Rhine, but the Danube also has an incredible amount to offer.
The Danube, the second longest river in Europe, originates in Donaueschingen and flows through the state for around 200 kilometers.
The river landscape along the Danube is characterized by rolling hills, meadows and forests.
There are numerous hiking and cycling trails that run along the river and invite you to experience nature.
One highlight is the Danube sinkhole, where the river disappears into an underground cave and only reappears on the surface a few kilometers later.
This is what the river landscape of Baden-Württemberg has to offer:

• Rhine & Danube: most famous rivers in Baden-Württemberg
• Landscape along the Danube: rolling hills, meadows & forests
• Numerous hiking & cycling trails along the river,
• Highlight: Danube sinking (river flows through cave)

Mountains & hiking: Black Forest, Swabian Alb & Odenwald

Baden-Württemberg not only offers a picturesque lake and river landscape, but also an impressive mountain landscape that invites you to hike and explore.
The Swabian Alb, Black Forest and Odenwald regions offer you unique nature experiences and numerous hiking opportunities.
You already know the Black Forest, but here’s more about the Swabian Alb and the Odenwald.
The Swabian Alb is a low mountain range in the east of Baden-Württemberg.
Here you will find numerous hiking trails that will take you to the most beautiful places in the region, including the famous Hohenneuffen castle ruins and the Tiefenhöhle cave in Laichingen.
The Odenwald is a paradise for hikers and nature lovers.
Here you will find rolling hills, dense forests and river valleys that invite you to take long hikes and walks.
One highlight, for example, is the Nibelungensteig trail.
Here is an overview of everything you need to know about hiking in Baden-Württemberg:

• Baden-Württemberg offers impressive mountain landscapes for hiking & exploring
• Swabian Alb: low mountain range landscape with numerous hiking trails to ruins & caves
• Odenwald: rolling hills, dense forests and river valleys for hikes & walks

To find out more about the beautiful mountain landscapes in Baden-Württemberg, you can read on here and learn more about hiking:

• Mountains & Hiking

Recommended?
Sleeping with a roof tent!

Once you have chosen a dream destination, you should look for somewhere to stay overnight.
One recommendation is a roof tent.
This can be easily unfolded when you arrive at the campsite, then you can set up your tent annex and simply start your vacation.
Another advantage: if you want to continue your journey, you can simply fold up the roof tent again and even visit another campsite.
Baden-Württemberg offers a variety of campsites, many of which are located in picturesque landscapes and close to lakes, rivers or mountains.
Camping with the family is a great way to spend time together and create unforgettable memories.
It’s an opportunity to get away from it all and strengthen the family.
These are the benefits of going camping with the family and a rooftop tent:

• Roof tent: simple option for overnight accommodation
• Quick to set up & dismantle: enables flexible travel plans
• There are many campsites in Baden-Württemberg
• Camping with the family: shared memories

Here you can also take a look at a roof tent solution for an active family of four:

• X-Cover roof tent

Campsite Baden-Württemberg

To help you find a nice spot to camp, here is our small selection of recommendations for Baden-Württemberg!
In this article you will find many campsite recommendations for many cities in Baden-Württemberg such as Reutlingen, Mühlhofen and Ellenberg:

• Campsites in Baden-Württemberg

Day trip & stopover: beautiful places nearby

Here you will find many great travel destinations in the surrounding area of the federal state and throughout Germany.

Rhineland-Palatinate: river, mountains & vineyards

Rhineland-Palatinate is located in the northwest of Baden-Württemberg and is therefore ideal for day trips from Heidelberg, for example.
The federal state offers adventure and fun for the whole family in the mountains and on rivers such as the Moselle.
Read more about travel tips, sights and experiences with the family or for a romantic getaway for two here.

• Camping in Rhineland-Palatinate

More camping tips for Germany

Deep blue lakes, blooming nature and the sweet smell of freedom, as well as sleepless nights in the crowded cities of Munich, Berlin or Hamburg.
Germany has much more to offer than Baden-Württemberg or Rhineland-Palatinate.
Maybe your next vacation starts almost on your doorstep?
Here you will find an overview of all the federal states and the best tips for great vacation destinations.

• Camping in Germany