Häusern is a high-altitude health resort (Luftkurort) in the Southern Black Forest at 900 m on a sunny plateau between the town of St. Blasien and the Schluchsee lake.
Understand
[edit]Häusern is defined by a unique mix of high-end gastronomy and industrial heritage. While it serves as a peaceful base for hikers and spa-goers, it is also a vital node for the region's renewable energy, housing the first stage of the Schluchsee hydropower plants. The village is known for its "mist-free" location, often staying sunny when the valleys below are shrouded in fog.
Get in
[edit]By car
[edit]It's directly on the B500 (High Road), about 10 minutes south of Schluchsee and 5 minutes from St. Blasien.
By bus
[edit]No train station. Take Bus 7322 from Waldshut (train connection to Basel/Schaffhausen) or Bus 7319 from Schluchsee (train connection to Freiburg).
Get around
[edit]The village is compact and easily walkable. For excursions, the KONUS Card allows free use of all regional buses and trains, making the short hop to the Schluchsee or St. Blasien very convenient.
See
[edit]- 1 Kraftwerk Häusern (Pump-Storage power system Schluchsee), ☏ +49 7763 9278-80131. The first and highest stage of the Schluchsee hydropower system. Its iconic water tower on the hillside is a landmark. Tours of the massive turbine hall are available by appointment.
- 2 St. Fridolin Church, St.-Fridolin-Straße 20, 79837 Häusern. A charming village church with typical regional architecture, dedicated to the patron saint of the Upper Rhine.
Do
[edit]- 1 Waldfreibad Häusern-Höchenschwand. from 17th of May 2026 on: 10:00-18:30, may close during bad weather. A heated outdoor forest pool shared with the neighboring village. At nearly 1,000 m above sea level, it offers great views and a refreshing escape in summer. €5.
- 2 Windberg-Waterfall (Windberg Wasserfall). A small, picturesque waterfall in a gorge on the outskirts of St. Blasien. Ideal for a short nature walk or as a stopover on the Albsteig hiking trail.
- Hiking the Albtal: Follow the trails down into the dramatic Alb River valley towards St. Blasien (approx. 4 km walk).
Buy
[edit]Several small shops in the center offer Black Forest ham and honey from local mountain apiaries.
Eat
[edit]- 1 Adler (Schwarzwald Hotel Adler), St.-Fridolin-Straße 15, ☏ +49 7672 4179. Breakfast: 08:00-11:00, Dinner: 18:00-21:00. A culinary institution. The gourmet restaurant has held a Michelin Star for decades. Chef Florian Zumkeller serves high-end regional cuisine in a historic Black Forest setting. €30-€100.
Drink
[edit]This small village doesn't have a bar or nightclub. For a drink you can visit one of the hotel bars.
Sleep
[edit]- 1 Hotel Restaurant Albtalblick, Sankt Blasier Straße 9, ☏ +49 76 72 - 93 00 0. Check-in: 15:00, check-out: 11:00. Offers panoramic views over the Albtal valley. Known for its solid regional kitchen. starts at €100 for single bedroom.
- 2 Hotel Schöpperle, Klemme 3, ☏ +49 7672-2161. Check-in: 16:00, check-out: 11:00. Family-run hotel with a cozy, traditional atmosphere. starts ab about €65 for single bedroom.
Connect
[edit]Go next
[edit]- Bonndorf (18 km): Famous for its historic castle (Schloss Bonndorf) and as the gateway to the wild and romantic Wutach Gorge, a premier hiking destination.
- Gersbach (25 km): An award-winning "gold village" known for its traditional charcoal burning, a European bison (Wisent) enclosure, and stunning views of the Swiss Alps.
- Titisee-Neustadt (22 km): Home to the iconic Lake Titisee, it’s a hub for Black Forest souvenirs, boat trips, and the world's largest natural ski jump (Hochfirstschanze).
- St. Blasien (4 km): Home to the "Dom St. Blasien," one of the largest domed churches in Europe, known for its majestic white interior.
- Schluchsee (7 km): The largest lake in the Black Forest, ideal for sailing, swimming, and hiking along its scenic 18km shoreline.
- Höchenschwand (4 km): Known as the "Village in the Sky" for its spectacular Alpine panoramas and its status as one of Germany's highest health resorts.