Simply warm-hearted people. A history that moves you. The origins of our house and the fascinating journey of this unique place. From its historic beginnings to becoming a special place of power in the heart of the Southern Black Forest Nature Park.
The most valuable part of our work is meeting our guests. A family-run hotel, now in its third generation, in the High Black Forest. Since 1954, we have been hosts out of passion, offering our guests a place of rest and wellbeing. Our motivation: to give you the chance to find peace, feel truly comfortable, and be at home.
Enjoy the personal atmosphere and the charm of our family-run business in the Black Forest.
How it all began, how things stand today, and where we are heading. Inherited knowledge and a love of nature can be felt in every detail of our family business. Since 1954, and across three generations, we have preserved Black Forest culture, built on hospitality and quality.
Learn more about the tradition and values that guide us.
“I grew up in the kitchen, so to speak. Creative teamwork has always fascinated me, and my enthusiasm for this wonderful profession has stayed with me to this day. derWaldfrieden should be a place of reliability and constancy — for our family, our guests and our staff. A place where cuisine is celebrated with love and care. My wish is for our hotel to be a source of strength for everyone who stays here — a space that unites retreat, inspiration and enjoyment, allowing people to leave a lasting mark.”
“The first time I came to Herrenschwand, I knew this place was something special. It is a blessing that we get to carry on our family business here. Amid nature, we want to create a space that treats people and the environment mindfully, while keeping body and mind healthy. It is my wish that this remains a place that brings people together, offers inner peace, and gives everyone the chance to draw strength, let go, and relax.”
“derWaldfrieden is my life, my home, my passion. I was born here, spent my childhood here, and have lived almost my entire life here. I fondly remember the farming and the small village inn with guesthouse where I grew up. Here, I learnt that success often comes from hard work and many sacrifices. But it was always the joy of giving our guests a second home that carried me through. derWaldfrieden is close to my heart — a place where warmth, hospitality and an open heart take centre stage. I hope these values always remain tangible — for everyone who arrives here.”
“For me, derWaldfrieden is far more than a place — it is a home, shaped by our family and our shared dedication to what we have built here. As a daughter and sister, I see just how important it is to offer our guests a place of calm, comfort and joy. derWaldfrieden is somewhere people can arrive, feel at ease, and find new strength — and that is exactly what makes it so special.”
