National parks near Schorndorf, Baden-Wurttemberg
Black Forest National Park is the closest national park to Schorndorf, Baden-Wurttemberg — 100 km (62.2 mi) in a straight line, which works out to roughly 1 hr 55 min behind the wheel.
Dark conifer ridges and valleys in Baden-Württemberg; Germany’s Black Forest national park.
Black Forest National Park makes a full day trip — leave early. Hunsrück-Hochwald National Park, Hainich National Park, Kellerwald-Edersee National Park, Stelvio National Park, Bavarian Forest National Park, Berchtesgaden National Park, Eifel National Park, Val Grande National Park, and Harz National Park are better with a night booked nearby.
Schorndorf has a population of about 41,647.
Black Forest National Park
Hunsrück-Hochwald National Park
Hainich National Park
Kellerwald-Edersee National Park
Stelvio National Park
Bavarian Forest National Park
Best time to visit Black Forest National Park. Getting to Black Forest National Park.
National parks near Schorndorf
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Forest National Park | 100 km (62.2 mi) | 1 hr 55 min | Doable as a day trip |
| Hunsrück-Hochwald National Park | 202 km (126 mi) | 3 hr 26 min | Best as a weekend |
| Hainich National Park | 261 km (162 mi) | 4 hr 18 min | Best as a weekend |
| Kellerwald-Edersee National Park | 266 km (165 mi) | 4 hr 21 min | Best as a weekend |
| Stelvio National Park | 268 km (166 mi) | 4 hr 23 min | Best as a weekend |
| Bavarian Forest National Park | 284 km (176 mi) | 4 hr 37 min | Best as a weekend |
| Berchtesgaden National Park | 292 km (181 mi) | 4 hr 44 min | Best as a weekend |
| Eifel National Park | 298 km (185 mi) | 4 hr 50 min | Best as a weekend |
| Val Grande National Park | 317 km (197 mi) | 5 hr 7 min | Best as a weekend |
| Harz National Park | 340 km (211 mi) | 5 hr 27 min | Best as a weekend |
When to make this trip
Black Forest National Park is generally best June through September, with May and early October as the quieter shoulder either side.
Late autumn through early spring is cold and wet, with limited hut service and short daylight.
Mountain weather turns quickly and marked routes can stay snow-covered well into June.
Seeing more than one
Several parks near Schorndorf are close enough to each other to combine on one trip, so the drive from home only has to happen once.
| Pair | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Hainich → Kellerwald-Edersee | 102 km (63.2 mi) | 1 hr 57 min |
| Black Forest → Hunsrück-Hochwald | 152 km (94.2 mi) | 2 hr 41 min |
| Hunsrück-Hochwald → Kellerwald-Edersee | 212 km (132 mi) | 3 hr 34 min |
| Hunsrück-Hochwald → Hainich | 283 km (176 mi) | 4 hr 36 min |
Planning a trip from Schorndorf
Distances here are straight-line and the drive estimate adds a road factor on top, but mountain passes and seasonal closures can change it a lot — a route that looks like three hours in June can be shut entirely in February. Confirm road status with the park before you commit to a date.
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Common questions
What is the closest national park to Schorndorf?
Black Forest National Park. It is about 100 km (62.2 mi) from Schorndorf, roughly 1 hr 55 min of driving.
Can I do a national park day trip from Schorndorf?
Yes — Black Forest National Park is within about a three-hour drive.
How many national parks are near Schorndorf?
10 parks are within reach of Schorndorf, and 1 of them is close enough for a day trip.
When is the best time to visit the parks near Schorndorf?
For Black Forest National Park, the closest one, generally June through September. Either side of that, May and early October stays quieter.