Updated on April 13, 2025 by Angelika
Today is April 12, and the fantastic weather is tempting me to take a trip for 12 out of 12, which I had been planning for a long time. I've been to Bad Wildbad many times before, but never to the Pedestrian suspension bridge Wildline on the Sommerberg. I'll make up for that today!
Black Forest treetop walk in Bad Wildbad: far-reaching views and enjoyment of nature on the Sommerberg
The Sommerberg is Bad Wildbad's popular excursion destination for nature lovers, families and active vacationers. The striking wooden gate marks the start of an extensive leisure area with a treetop path, adventure trails, suspension bridge and wonderful hiking trails. If the parking spaces at the top are full, you can easily reach the Sommerberg with the Sommerbergbahn cable car or on foot through the forest.
I arrive at the parking lot on the Sommerberg at around 11 am. There are already a few cars here, but there are still plenty of spaces available. Yesterday was the last day of school before the Easter vacations and you can already see lots of families, some with handcarts or on bicycles, out and about exploring.
After a few meters I reach the entrance to the Treetop Walk, where a queue has already formed. I've been here before and can recommend a visit to families in particular. The barrier-free path winds its way through the treetops for around 1.2 kilometers and offers numerous learning and adventure stations along the way.
But I want to go to the Wildline today - before the crowds get bigger.
Treetop walk observation tower: 360° view over Bad Wildbad and the Black Forest
I follow the signs for "Hängebrücke" and soon reach the Observation tower of the treetop walk. The 40-metre-high observation tower is the spectacular finale of the treetop walk. The path winds upwards in gentle spirals and rewards you with a breathtaking 360° panoramic view of the northern Black Forest - on a clear day, you can even see as far as the Swabian Alb.
Fairytale trail "The cold heart": On the trail of a Black Forest legend
To get to the suspension bridge, I follow the path for a while. Fairytale trail "The cold heart". The adventure trail leads through mossy fir forests and interactively tells the Black Forest fairy tale of the same name by Wilhelm Hauff.
Wildline suspension bridge in Bad Wildbad: thrills at lofty heights
If I didn't take so many photos on the way, I would have barely walked 20 minutes from the parking lot to the suspension bridge. But now I've already wasted almost an hour - never mind! There is still relatively little going on on the Wildline. The 380-metre-long and 60-metre-high bridge is an experience for those with a head for heights.
The view is magnificent! The Black Forest is at its best here: the view from the Wildline extends over endless treetops, hills and valleys. In this weather and with few visitors on the bridge, the panorama is a real nature experience - a little thrill included.
Coffee break at an Eiscafé at the River Enz: enjoyment with a view of the water
The way back to the parking lot takes me past the well-frequented Skihütte I decide to take my coffee break in the city. In the Parking garage Kurzentrum I find a place without any problems. The De Simone ice cream parlor is full, so I move on towards the city centre and end up at the Toscana Tre ice cream parlor directly on the River Enz. With an Oreo sundae and cappuccino, I enjoy the sun in an almost Mediterranean atmosphere.
Stroll through the town center of Bad Wildbad: enjoy the pedestrian zone and spa town flair
I stroll down Wilhelmstraße, Bad Wildbad's shopping street, and take a look at the magnificent Bath hotel on the Kurplatz. Spa guests from all over Europe once stayed here - today it is part of the wellness hotel Mokni's Palais Hotel & SPA and combines stylish architecture with modern hotel culture in the heart of Bad Wildbad. The adjoining Palais Thermal is one of the most beautiful spa temples in Europe.
Bad Wildbad town hall: the Art Nouveau charm of a former grand hotel
I cross König-Karl-Straße to walk back to the spa gardens via Kuranlagenallee. From there, I notice a large Belle Époque building on the opposite side of the street - the town hall of Bad Wildbad. Opened as a hotel in 1914, it served as accommodation for discerning spa guests for decades. Today it is the seat of the town council - but the charm of times gone by has been preserved.
Walk in the historic spa gardens of Bad Wildbad: an oasis of peace with nostalgic charm
The historic spa park in Bad Wildbad, which stretches picturesquely along the Große Enz, is a place to take a deep breath, discover and enjoy. Between old trees, babbling fountains and impressive pavilions, I take a relaxed stroll along the Enz, enjoy the peace and quiet and admire one or two architectural gems.
With its neo-Gothic architecture and pointed tower, the English church an unusual eye-catcher in the spa gardens. It was built in 1864 for English spa guests and is now a venue for concerts and cultural events.
A touch of the Orient in the Black Forest: the Moorish pavilion was built in 1875 from the remaining castings of a project by Wasseralfinger Hüttenwerke for the Wilhelma in Stuttgart. With its filigree arches and oriental shapes, it is reminiscent of a time when exoticism and wanderlust characterized the zeitgeist.
The Roman fountains was built at the beginning of the 19th century by the Württemberg court architect Nikolaus Friedrich von Thouret. It is an elegant example of classicist fountain architecture and is reminiscent of the time when Bad Wildbad developed into a royal spa resort.
Now I just have to walk up the stairs next to the Trinkhalle between the music pavilion and the Kurtheater and I'm already back at the parking garage.
- Wildline - The spectacular suspension bridge: Filigree steel construction with thrills and panoramic views
- Black Forest treetop walk: Barrier-free path through the treetops with viewing tower
- Bad Wildbad spa gardens: Nature meets architecture with pavilions, fountains and historical flair
- Hiking tip: Circular hike Kaltenbronn - Wildsee - GrünhütteIdyllic, easy to tackle and with refreshment stops (famous blueberry pancakes!)
Want more Black Forest tips?
If you now fancy a trip to the Black Forest, you can find out more in my article about the 52 most beautiful regions in Germanywhat else you can do in this beautiful area.
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Nice, interesting contribution.
Dear Angelica,
danke für die wunderbaren Eindrücke – tolle Fotos! Mich hat „Das kalte Herz“ insofern angesprochen, da ich es auch schon auf meinem Blog gelesen habe. Es sind zwei „Abteilungen“ von Wilhelm Hauff. Die erste:
https://youtu.be/wPLFkWUHam8?si=5vcs0jdPxSX4OapC
und die zweite:
https://youtu.be/N3csiL5_sBg?si=S2t9fBSNPE6rLxZY
Bevor man es vor Ort anschaut, wäre es sicher ein guter Tip, das Märchen vorher mal anzuhören.
Ich bin jetzt motiviert, mal wieder in den Schwarzwald zu fahren – vielleicht mitsamt der Enkelschar?
Mach weiter so, alles Gute und viel Erfolg wünscht dir Silvana
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1LIus6oINoDi2O1L4hKF2A
Dear Silvana,
vielen Dank für deinen tollen Kommentar! Ich freu mich, wenn ich dich motivieren kann, mal wieder einen Ausflug in den Schwarzwald zu unternehmen – natürlich mit der Enkelschar😃 Wenn ihr den Märchenpfad gehen wollt, solltest du ihnen auf jeden Fall vorher Wilhelm Hauffs Märchen vorlesen.
Warm regards
Angelika
Liebe Esther,
Vielen Dank für deinen netten Kommentar. Ich freue mich, dass dir mein Artikel gefällt. Hoffentlich hast du mal Gelegenheit, in den Nordschwarzwald zu fahren.
Warm regards
Angelika