Germany, Europe
Münstertal-Wieden
Season 2025 - 2026
Opens
24 Dec 2025
Closes
2 Mar 2026
Days open
68
Annual snow
2m
The Overview
Münstertal-Wieden combines authentic Black Forest charm with quality skiing across 9km of varied terrain suitable for all abilities. This family-friendly resort maintains traditional southwestern German character away from mass tourism, offering uncrowded slopes and spectacular views across the rolling Black Forest highlands. The manageable size makes it perfect for beginners and families, while still providing enough variety to keep improving skiers engaged throughout their visit.
360m
Vertical
30
Runs
10 km
Piste
2m
Annual snow
The Terrain
30 runs across 10 km of piste
Münstertal-Wieden spreads 30 runs across 10 km of piste of terrain. It leans intermediate at 50%, with 9 beginner runs to find your feet and 6 advanced or expert runs when you want to push.
Terrain split
30
runs
30 runs across 4 grades
Beginner9 runs · 30%
Intermediate15 runs · 50%
Advanced6 runs · 20%
Expert0 runs · 0%
Time it right
When to visit Münstertal-Wieden
Münstertal-Wieden typically operates from December through March, with the most reliable conditions in January and February. The resort benefits from its position in one of the snowiest regions of the Black Forest, receiving substantial natural snowfall supplemented by strategic snowmaking on main runs. The varied slope aspects include north-facing sections that maintain excellent snow quality throughout the season, often preserving good skiing conditions when lower areas struggle with thawing conditions.
Season 2025 - 2026
24 Dec 2025
Opens
2 Mar 2026
Closes
68
Days open
2 m
Annual snow
Getting there
Getting to Münstertal-Wieden, and where to stay
Located in Baden-Württemberg approximately 150km south of Stuttgart and 30km from Freiburg, Münstertal-Wieden offers an accessible mountain escape in Germany's beautiful southern Black Forest. The resort sits within a stunning valley surrounded by pristine woodland and traditional farmhouses. This convenient location makes it easily reachable for day trips and weekend visits from major population centers. The historic Münstertal valley provides charming accommodation options and excellent dining serving authentic Black Forest specialties including the famous Black Forest cake.
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Good to know
Frequently asked
When is Münstertal-Wieden's ski season?
Münstertal-Wieden's season typically runs from December 24 to March 2, roughly 68 days, weather and conditions permitting.
How much skiable terrain does Münstertal-Wieden have?
Münstertal-Wieden has about 10 km of piste across 30 runs.
How many lifts does Münstertal-Wieden have?
Münstertal-Wieden operates 6 lifts in total.
How much snow does Münstertal-Wieden get?
Münstertal-Wieden averages around 78 inches (6.5 feet) of snowfall per season.
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