A visit to Traube Tonbach is a journey full of luxurious relaxation, excellent service and world-class gastronomy. This is ensured by Michelin starred restaurants, an extensive spa & wellness area, and the superb Black Forest surroundings, with its hiking trails, magnificent views and unspoiled nature. It’s a place that could be revisited year after year, and will surprise and delight over and over again.

Location & Hotel

In the middle of the famous Black Forest, 4 km from Baiersbronn, Traube Tonbach is beautifully situated in the midst of nature. Sunny forest paths and a lush woodland landscape lead to the iconic property, which is enthroned on a hill above the Tonbach valley.

The national park is in the immediate vicinity of the hotel, and Tonbach is particularly known for its beautiful nature and fresh mountain air. A walk in the green surroundings of the hotel is a real pleasure and many hiking trails start right at the entrance of the hotel. This truly privileged location is one of the hotel’s main advantages. But there is more, much more…

The hotel is divided into two large buildings separated by the street. On one side is the “Haus Kohlwald”, the more modern part of the hotel. Here you will find the family rooms and the dog-friendly rooms, a small spa and wellness area and a building with the hotel’s three gourmet restaurants. This last part was destroyed by fire in 2020 and completely rebuilt in 2022. On the other side of the road, there is the traditional Traube Tonbach building, which houses the more authentic rooms, as well as the large wellness and swimming pool area, the half-board restaurant, the lobby, the spa and the shopping center.

The combination of both parts is unique and organically combines modern comfort and tradition. The ambience combines traditional Swabian atmosphere and architecture with a modern touch in the new buildings. Art is an important aspect of the design, and several modern works of art by German artists adorn the hotel’s common rooms and corridors.

The ensemble feels like a small village where you can easily spend a week, two weeks, or much longer. Traube Tonbach is a family business that was built in 1789. 8 generations of the Finkbeiner family have successfully turned the hotel into one of the best-known hotels in Germany. Today, owner Heiner Finkbeiner and his family run the hotel with the highest quality standards in all areas. Be it in gastronomy or in the wellness area, in sports or in personal service.

Rooms & Suites

Traube Tonbach features 140 rooms, apartments and suites spread over several buildings. The majority of the rooms are located in the main building and are furnished in the style of a typical country house with a Black Forest ambience. Directly opposite, in Haus Kohlwald, there are 22 luxurious premium rooms, family apartments and a suite. All spacious rooms are equipped with modern interior elements, LED flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and a balcony or terrace with a magnificent view of the Black Forest. The following room types are available:

• Standard Double / Standard Single Rooms: from 23 m2
• Grand Comfort: from 36 m2
• Superior rooms: from 45 m2
• Deluxe Rooms: from 75 m2
• Haus Kohlwald – Premium Rooms: from 45 m2
• Junior Suites: from 85 m2
• Suites: from 100m2
• Unique Suites: from 100 m2
• Family apartments: from 75 m2

We stayed in one of the Haus Kohlwald – Premium rooms, which offers a timeless but slightly cooler design, plenty of space and all modern comforts. We particularly liked the spacious terrace with a view of the valley, where we enjoyed our coffee every morning, and the spacious bathroom with walk-in shower, large bathtub and separate WC.

Gastronomy

Traube Tonbach is known for its impressive food and beverage offer. From the delicious and sumptuous breakfast to the gourmet dinner at Schwarzwaldstube restaurant (awarded with 3 Michelin stars): your taste buds will be spoiled all day long. The property houses the following restaurants and bars:

• The 3 Michelin star Schwarzwaldstube restaurant in the new restaurant building is Traube Tonbach’s flagship restaurant under the direction of chef Torsten Michel. Torsten Michel serves a rich, contemporary interpretation of French classic cuisine, complemented by great wines selected by sommelier Stéphane Gass. For more information, please see our restaurant section.

• Restaurant 1789, which is also located in the new restaurant building and awarded with 1 Michelin star, is the property’s second fine dining restaurant. Here, chef Florian Stolte serves a refined and delicious cuisine, combining luxurious ingredients with Asian flavours. For more information, please see our restaurant section.

• Schatzhauser is the third restaurant located in the new restaurant building. The delicious à la carte menu is overseen by chef Florian Stolte and offers Swabian-Badish cuisine, dishes from around the world and fine steaks from the grill.

• In the romantic Silberberg restaurant in the original hotel building, hotel guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast, afternoon treats and a buffet, à la carte or multi-course menus for dinner (as part of the hotel’s superb half-board).

• The “Blockhütte log cabin” is the perfect spot before, during or after a walk in the valley for refreshing drinks, home-made cakes and delicious local treats.

• The hotel bar is not only the social hub of the hotel, but also a truly amazing and high quality cocktail bar. Ask the bartenders for their signature drinks menu or let them know your wishes so they can create a special cocktail for you. You will not be disappointed!

• On the Rosengärtle terrace guests can enjoy drinks and light dishes when the weather permits.

Hotel assets

The Finkbeiner family is now the eighth generation to run Traube Tonbach, with a highly motivated team of more than 320 employees. They look after the guests with joy and dedication every day. The service itself is one of the hotel’s unique strengths and makes the stay a wonderful experience. The surrounding nature is the second big plus and offers many opportunities for great hikes, sports and nature experiences. Other hotel assets include:

• Wellness is an important aspect of the Traube Tonbach Experience.
  • The main building houses an extensive sauna area with 5 different saunas, two steam baths, whirlpools and more.
    
    
  • The pool area has an outdoor pool heated to a pleasant 32 degrees and several indoor pools (for young and old). There is also a pool bar where guests can enjoy light lunches, snacks, salads and fruit with cool refreshments.
    
  • The spa offers beauty techniques and wellness treatments.
  • There is an exclusive SPA lounge with steam bath, bubble bath and panoramic family sauna with stunning views of the surrounding nature for guests of Haus Kohlwald.

• The hotel is very well equipped for children with a large indoor playground, a play area, a restaurant, cooking courses and toy cars. Children under the age of 14 stay for free, which is truly amazing for a hotel of this level.

• Eco-friendliness/sustainability and luxury go hand in hand at Traube Tonbach. The hotel has its own thermal power station, which provides a large part of the energy and heat supply. Many regional and seasonal ingredients are used in the kitchen, in line with the philosophy “from nose to tail, from root to flower”. The Buschbrunnen spring brings pure water to the Traube Tonbach, from the taps throughout the hotel to the water in the wellness area. In 2012, the “Kohlwaldhaus” was fitted with a natural roof, which provides a home and habitat for various insects that are very important for the ecosystem.

• Numerous sports courses, cultural excursions in the surrounding area, guided hikes and daily activities such as yoga are included in the room rate. There are also themed weeks with a very specific focus, such as the Scottish Days, the Week of Culinary Delights or the Herbal Days. Bikes and e-bikes are available at the hotel as well.

Why Go?

Hotel Traube Tonbach is a unique property in the beautiful Black Forest in Germany. More than just a hotel, Traube Tonbach is a true destination where gastronomy and well-being take centre stage. From a three-Michelin star restaurant to a relaxing spa treatment after a day of hiking in the forest, Traube Tonbach offers a luxurious and unforgettable Swabian experience.