Season 2026 - 2027
Opens
12 Dec 2026
Closes
29 Mar 2027
Days open
107
Annual snow
1.7m
The Overview
Feldberg stands as the largest and highest ski resort in Germany's Black Forest, offering 35km of diverse slopes across a spectacular natural setting. Rising to 1,493m, this historic skiing destination combines exceptional beginner and intermediate terrain with several challenging runs for advanced skiers. The resort maintains its traditional German character while delivering modern skiing amenities and jaw-dropping views across the Rhine Valley to the Alps.
500m
Vertical
24
Runs
29 km
Piste
1.7m
Annual snow
The Terrain
24 runs across 29 km of piste
Feldberg is the largest ski area in the Black Forest, with 24 runs and 29 kilometres of piste on the slopes of the region's highest peak. The vertical is 500 metres between 950 and 1,450 metres. The split is 43% beginner, 34% intermediate and 23% advanced, with no expert grade. Two double chairs, a quad, two six-seaters, three surface lifts and nine T-bars link the sectors around Seebuck, Grafenmatt and Fahl. It is a genuine multi-sector area, though the pistes are generally short and best skied in quick laps.
Wiesenquelle is the pick for easy cruising, a blue forest run of about three kilometres with 400 metres of drop. Stronger skiers get steeper pitches and a World Cup downhill piste, and there is a large snow park for freestyle riders. On clear days the top gives views across the Black Forest and sometimes to the Alps. Feldberg suits families, intermediates and weekend visitors from Freiburg, Basel and Stuttgart, though lift queues can form when conditions are good. Advanced skiers will enjoy it for a day, while experts will want to head into the Alps.
Terrain split
24
runs
24 runs across 4 grades
Beginner10 runs · 43%
Intermediate8 runs · 34%
Advanced6 runs · 23%
Expert0 runs · 0%
Time it right
When to visit Feldberg
The ski season at Feldberg typically runs from December through March, with the higher elevation often allowing skiing into April. January and February deliver the most reliable conditions, with consistent snowfall refreshing the slopes. The resort receives an average annual snowfall of 3-5m, complemented by substantial snowmaking coverage on key runs. The Black Forest microclimate creates unique snow conditions, often delivering powder days when other German resorts receive rain.
Season 2026 - 2027
12 Dec 2026
Opens
29 Mar 2027
Closes
107
Days open
1.7 m
Annual snow
The record
Historical snowfall at Feldberg
Daily snow reports at Feldberg go back to 2017, 10 winters on the books. Open the record to compare winters, lifts and piste.
49 cm
Snowiest day
12 Jan 2026
16 cm
This winter · 2026-27
so far
146 cm
Typical winter
average of complete seasons
Winter totals
cm
Past wintersThis winter
Getting there
Getting to Feldberg , and where to stay
Located in Baden-Württemberg approximately 150km southwest of Stuttgart and 40km from Freiburg, Feldberg offers an accessible mountain escape in Germany's iconic Black Forest. The resort sits within the Feldberg Nature Reserve, surrounded by pristine woodland and crystal-clear lakes. This central location within southern Germany makes it easily reachable from major population centers. The surrounding region offers exceptional cross-country skiing, winter hiking trails, and traditional Black Forest villages known for their distinctive architecture and cuisine.
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Good to know
Frequently asked
When is Feldberg 's ski season?
Feldberg 's 2026 - 2027 season typically runs from December 12 through March 29. That window is roughly 107 calendar days, though daily operations depend on snow cover, weather, and lift maintenance.
Resorts in Germany, Europe often announce firm dates closer to winter; check the live snow report before you travel if you are planning around opening weekend or spring closure.
How much skiable terrain does Feldberg have?
Feldberg lists about 29 km of piste of marked terrain spread across 24 named runs. That footprint is what most riders experience on a lift-served day. Side-country or hike-to terrain may sit outside these published numbers.
Use the trail map to see how the mountain is laid out and where the longest fall-line runs connect back to base.
What is the terrain like at Feldberg ?
Trail grading at Feldberg breaks down roughly as 43% beginner, 34% intermediate, 23% advanced. With a strong beginner share, Feldberg suits families and first-time visitors who want forgiving warm-up terrain before exploring further upslope.
Percentages describe the resort's published piste mix, not vertical metres. A mountain with modest "expert" stats can still feel demanding if the steep terrain is long or exposed. Read the trail map alongside these numbers when planning your route.
How many lifts does Feldberg have?
Feldberg operates 17 lifts across 5 lift types. The fleet includes 9 t-bars, 3 surface lifts, 2 6-person chairs, 2 double chairs, and 1 quad chair.
Lift mix affects how quickly you can lap your favourite zones. Gondolas and trams move big crowds to mid-mountain, while shorter chairs and surface lifts often serve learning areas or local pods. Check the live snow report on ski days for real-time open/closed status.
What is the elevation and vertical drop at Feldberg ?
Base elevation at Feldberg is about 950 m (3,117 ft), with the summit around 1,450 m (4,757 ft), giving roughly 500 m (1,640 ft) of vertical from base to top.
Higher start heights usually mean colder, drier snow holding longer into spring, but also thinner air and faster weather changes. Pack layers if you are riding from village level to summit lifts in one day.
How much snow does Feldberg get each season?
Feldberg averages about 165 cm (65 inches) of natural snowfall per season. That is a long-term climate figure. Any single winter can run well above or below it depending on storm track and temperature.
For trip planning, pair this baseline with the live snow report and webcams: fresh cycles show up in overnight totals and summit cameras long before season averages tell you much about today's surface.
Where can I buy Feldberg lift tickets and how much do they cost?
Published single-day adult pricing on SnowStash currently spans €27 to €41, depending on date band and whether you are buying peak or regular windows. Contact the resort ticket office or check our lift tickets page for the latest purchase options.
Buying ahead of peak holidays and weekends generally saves money and guarantees access on sold-out days. Before you commit, scan the snow report and webcams so you are paying for conditions that match your expectations.
How can I check snow and mountain conditions at Feldberg before I go?
SnowStash pulls together 7 live mountain webcams, an interactive live trail map and a downloadable piste map, and the daily snow report for Feldberg so you can plan from home. Webcams refresh on a short interval and are the fastest way to judge visibility, wind exposure, and whether storm snow is still falling.
The snow report adds structured totals, base depth where available, and lift/trail status when the resort publishes it. Use both together: cameras show what it looks like right now, and the report summarises numbers your group can compare day to day.
Does Feldberg have a trail map?
Yes. A live interactive map embeds current lift and run status when the provider supplies it, which is useful on-morning for seeing what is actually spinning. The downloadable PDF/image map is better for offline planning, marking meeting points, and understanding the full mountain layout at a glance.
Both versions are on the trail map page for Feldberg . If you are navigating with kids or meeting friends across separate lifts, screenshot or print the static map and keep the live map open on your phone for operational updates.
Where is Feldberg located?
Feldberg sits in Germany, Europe. That regional context matters for travel planning: airport transfers, snow tyres, and typical storm patterns all follow geography as much as resort marketing.
Browse nearby accommodation from the resort page if you are comparing village-base vs valley-base stays; where you sleep changes your first lift of the day more than most trail stats do.
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