Cuckoo clocks and glass blowing, straw braiding and wine-making. Velvety hills and forested peaks, mountain lakes and dense conifers. The Black Forest is home to Europe’s biggest wine cellar, the source of the River Danube, and one of the greenest cities in the world.

Tour the colourful streets of Freiburg and visit the red tower of Freiburg Münster. Take a cable car up to Schauinsland Mountain for a bird’s eye view of the Black Forest and a glimpse of the Swiss Alps. Discover what makes Baden-Baden so alluring, as you browse the elegant boutiques and watch a concert in the Kurhaus. Explore traditional crafts at the bake-houses and saw mills in Gutach, or learn how to make clocks in Triberg. Nip across to France and visit Salsburg, or hop over to Switzerland to appreciate the architecture of Basel. Let your hair down at Europa Park as you ride the rollercoasters and watch a Shakespearian play.

A luxurious landscape, bordering France and Switzerland, the Black Forest is a superb destination for school groups wishing to experience a stunning region of Germany, and explore the highlights of its European neighbours. STS offer accommodation in the historical town of Kippenheim - perfectly located for exploring the region’s best attractions, and visiting its neighbouring countries.