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Freiburg District

Lörrach

Todtnau

BLACKFORESTLINE – large waterfall loop

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Freiburg District

Lörrach

Todtnau

BLACKFORESTLINE – large waterfall loop

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BLACKFORESTLINE – large waterfall loop

00:48

2.38km

120m

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This short hike shows you the entire natural spectacle around the Todtnau Waterfalls. Experience a 360-degree panoramic view on the BLACKFORESTLINE, an impressive suspension bridge, and enjoy the view of the falls from a lofty height.

Of course, you then walk down into the valley, enjoy the spectacle of the highest waterfall in Baden-Württemberg and hike back up an adventurous rocky path to your starting point on Kurhausstrasse.

by Schwarzwald Tourismus

Last updated: August 30, 2024

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Black Forest Line Suspension Bridge

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SPECIFICATIONS OF THE SUSPENSION BRIDGE
Total weight bridge 119 tons
Total weight of the pylon 46 tons
Height pylon 16 meters
Catwalk weight 55 tons
Weight of suspension ropes 15 tons
Wind rope weight 3 tons
Exact wingspan 450 meters
Sidewalk width 1.20 meters
Height above the ground 120 meters
Maximum capacity 1,000 people
diameter d. Carrying ropes 76 millimeters
Construction time 9 months
Opening Pentecost 2023

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Rock Bridge at Todtnau Waterfall

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The bridge leads directly past the rocks near the waterfalls. The easiest way is to follow the sign for the main waterfall from the upper viewing point. It is possible to climb up or descend nicely using this path instead of using the stairs.

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Gateway to Todtnau Waterfall

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Very nice viewpoint and parking lot, from here you can get to the waterfalls.

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1.42 km

840 m

119 m

Surfaces

990 m

690 m

449 m

205 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 7 June

22°C

10°C

66 %

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May 23, 2025,SW: Todtnauer Wasserfall 23.05.2025

Visited the suspension bridge and the waterfalls near Todtnau today. Brilliant 👌

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June 9, 2023,Blackforresthighline mit Todtnauer Wasserfall

The starting and ending point was at the visitor center parking lot. Unfortunately I started the recording too late. The day ticket for the bridge in combination with the waterfall costs €12 and entitles you to multiple entries. Sturdy shoes should be chosen for the waterfall path

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August 10, 2024,Blackforestline - Todtnauer Wasserfallrunde

Crossing the 450 m long suspension bridge is quite an experience. You should not be afraid of heights in order to be able to enjoy the wonderful view from the slightly swaying bridge over the waterfall and down into the valley towards Todtnau. Another tip for your visit: it can get a bit crowded with visitors, especially during the holiday …

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April 21, 2026,20260421 Schwarzwald: Blackforest Line - große Wasserfallrunde

To conclude our Black Forest trip, we made a detour to Todtnau to see the "Blackforest Line" suspension bridge, opened in 2023, and the Todtnau waterfall. Admission was free with our guest card.
The bridge is very impressive and offers great views.
It was a nice end to a varied holiday. We experienced everything from 3 degrees and snow on …

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October 4, 2023,Black forest line - Todtnauer Wasserfall 4.10.23 16:40 Ende

Great location! The Black Forest Line is at around 985m altitude and spans the valley by around 200m. The highlight is the Todtnau waterfall, which can be reached about halfway along the suspension bridge. You are a good 150m above the waterfall. The view of the waterfall from above and the valley is breathtaking.

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June 25, 2025,Blackforestline Todtenau

A short trip to the Black Forest started with a tour along the Black Forest Line. The return trip then took us through the valley, past the Todtnau Waterfalls.
Both were very impressive: the 450-meter suspension bridge, with a height of up to 120 meters, and the 100-meter-high waterfall.
A must-see for anyone in the area.

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May 23, 2025,SW: Todtnau BlackForestLine + Wasserfälle 🥾📷

Today's destination was actually the Ravenna Gorge, but since the ticket machine at the entrance to the parking lot wasn't working, we had no place to park. We'll see if it works again on Monday 😏
Since the loop wasn't planned... we forgot to start the tour right at the parking lot, so the walk across the BlackForestLine suspension bridge …

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June 22, 2025,Schwarzwald 🇩🇪 | dag 2/4 Black Forest line Totnau Wasserfälle

We visit the Black Forest Line in Todtnau, a 450-meter-long suspension bridge that hangs high above a valley through which the Todtnauer waterfall flows. Admission to the bridge costs 12 euros per person, but you can also choose to walk straight into the valley to the waterfall. We first crossed the bridge and then descended to the valley.

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June 27, 2024

This short hike shows you the entire natural spectacle around the Todtnau Waterfalls. Experience a 360-degree panoramic view on the BLACKFORESTLINE, an impressive suspension bridge, and enjoy the view of the falls from a lofty height.
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Of course, you then walk down into the valley, enjoy the spectacle

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Black Forest Line Suspension Bridge

Rock Bridge at Todtnau Waterfall

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