Triberg Waterfalls
Triberg im Schwarzwald, Germany
Water tumbles down seven stages through a wooded gorge, with stepped paths and bridges running beside the cascades. Wear shoes with grip, as the steps are damp and steep in places.
With a total drop of 163 m, the Triberg Waterfalls are among the best-known waterfalls in Germany; they are not the country's highest, as individual falls in the Alps are taller. The Gutach, which rises on the plateau near Schönwald, tumbles down several steps through the valley of Triberg in the central Black Forest. The upper section drops about 16 m, and the seven large cascades below it about 92 m.
Five entrances lead to the paths alongside the falls, some of them well built and paved. Car parks can be found near the town centre. Allow about one to two hours for the walk. The falls carry most water during the spring snowmelt and after heavy rain; in winter, ice formations appear in frost. Because of the wet, steep steps, non-slip shoes are advisable. In the evening the falls are lit at certain times.
- Nearest town
- Triberg im Schwarzwald, Germany
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 48.1317, 8.2335
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Germany: No motorway tolls for cars. No general motorway speed limit (130 km/h advised) and no tolls for cars.
Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Natur Camping HilserhofCampsite3 km from Triberg Waterfalls · 5 pitchesTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
- Reisemobilstellplatz ObertalMotorhome stopover4 km from Triberg Waterfalls · 10 pitchesMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Wohnmobil Stellplatz “Am Waldrand“Motorhome stopover8 km from Triberg Waterfalls · 8 pitchesCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersWaste disposalWi-Fi
- Entschleunigte Schwarzwald IdylleCampsite10 km from Triberg Waterfalls · 3 pitchesTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsDogs allowed
- Zum Wilden MichelCampsite12 km from Triberg WaterfallsTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsDogs allowed
- Wohnmobilstellplatz "Alte Hafnerei"Campsite14 km from Triberg Waterfalls · 5 pitchesTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityShowersToilets
All campsites in Germany · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Triberg Waterfalls?
Triberg Waterfalls is in Triberg im Schwarzwald, Germany, at GPS 48.1317, 8.2335. It is about 9 km from Furtwangen.
Can you camp near Triberg Waterfalls?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is daHeim Triberg, about 0 km away; within 25 km there are 63 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Triberg Waterfalls?
Places worth a stop nearby: Giant cuckoo clock (0 km), Titisee (26 km), Feldberg (33 km) and Mummelsee (52 km).
When is the best time to visit Triberg Waterfalls?
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)