After living in Germany for many years, I finally made my first trip to the Black Forest, and it definitely lived up to the hype.
We rented a convertible (cabrio) in Frankfurt and drove to Sasbachwalden. The weather couldn't have been better for driving with the top down. The rental car plus fuel cost us around €450 for the entire trip.
On our 2nd day, we completed the 12 km Schnaps Hiking Trail in Sasbachwalden. It was a fun mix of hiking, vineyards, beautiful scenery, and schnaps tasting along the route. Later that day, we headed to Baden-Baden to celebrate my friend's birthday. In the evening, we joined hundreds of fans watching the Germany vs. Paraguay match on a big outdoor screen. Unfortunately, Germany lost, but the atmosphere in the city was still fantastic.
On the third day, we drove to Titisee, which had incredible views. We also tried the Rodelbahn (summer toboggan run) and walked across the suspension bridge, both were great experiences.
Overall, it was a perfect long weekend: scenic drives, hiking, lakes, mountains, good food, and plenty of memorable moments. I'm glad I finally got to experience the Black Forest after living in Germany for so long.
Happy to answer any questions about the route or places we visited!