The Schwarzwald Bath Resort in Titisee-Neustadt combines three areas under one roof: a palm oasis for relaxation, a textile-free sauna world and a large water slide world. The water park is located in the Upper Black Forest below Feldberg. It is about 34 km from the Sonnenhof & Sonnhalde Wellness Hotel in Ühlingen-Birkendorf by car, about 35 minutes.

This post explains the areas, lists the current opening hours, and tells you where to find prices and tickets. At the end, there is a quieter alternative for those who prefer to relax without the hustle and bustle.

Black Forest spa paradise: the three worlds at a glance

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According to the operator, the offerings are divided into three categories. The bath has a glass roof that can be opened and is open 365 days a year.

Palais Vital: the textile-free sauna world

Palais Vital is a 6,000 m² sauna and spa world, free of textiles, only for guests aged 16 and over. There are 12 themed saunas with a daily program of steam baths and a Vital Lagoon with 300 m² of water area and 33 °C. In addition, there are several Vital Pools with mineral water, a champagne pool and two cold water pools. You can book massages in the massage lounge; they require a one-day ticket for the same day of visit.

Palmenoase: Relaxation under palm trees

Palmenoase is aimed at guests aged 16 and over; on Saturdays and Sundays there is a „family day“ with no age limit. Children up to the age of 3 are free. The area includes the Blue Lagoon, mineral pools, a pool bar, the „Black Forest Mist“ steam bath at 40°C and a textile sauna („Natura“). The operator claims to have over 300 real South Sea Palms. Bathing attire is required here.

Galaxy Schwarzwald: Slides and waves

According to the operator, the Galaxy water park has 23 slides with a total length of 1.2 km. These include a freefall slide with a gradient of up to 60 degrees, a large wave pool, and jumping towers with a height of 3 and 1 meters. The area has no age restrictions. It is soundproofed from the quieter part of the Palm Oasis.

Opening hours (as of October 2026)

According to the operator's official website, these rules apply:

Area	Opening hours
Palace Vital	daily from 9 to 22 o'clock
Palmenoase	daily from 9 to 22 o'clock (Family Day on Saturdays and Sundays)
Galaxy Black Forest	Closed Monday and Tuesday; Wednesday to Friday from 2 PM to 10 PM; Saturday and Sunday from 9 AM to 10 PM

During the holidays, the opening hours differ. For the Christmas holidays, the operator specifies: 23.12.2026 and 25 to 30.12.2026, from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., on 24.12.2026 (Christmas Eve) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., and on 31.12.2026 (New Year’s Eve) from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; from 1 to 8.1.2027, again, from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Individual areas may be temporarily closed – information on this can be found on the operator’s website.

Spa resort Black Forest: Prices and tickets

The operator lists the current admission prices in the online ticket shop. They are not listed here deliberately because they are subject to change; only the information in the shop is reliable. The operator recommends booking tickets online in advance to ensure admission.

According to the FAQ, booked tickets can be rescheduled until 22:00 the day before; the value of the ticket is added to the new order.
The vouchers are valid for three years (until the end of the third year after issuance) and are available in the online shop as Print@Home or by mail.
The operator offers discounts, among other things, for holders of a Germany ticket; the terms and conditions can be found in the FAQ.
Children up to the age of 3 years old have free admission to Galaxy and Palmenoase.

Arrival and parking

The address is Am Badeparadies 1, 79822 Titisee-Neustadt. It is about 34 km from Birkendorf by car, about 35 minutes by car.

Parking: According to the FAQ, there are 850 parking spaces for cars with a height limit of 2.05 m. The parking fee is 5 € (as of October 2026) and can be paid at the entrance counter or online when purchasing tickets.
Bus: Line 7257 stops at the „Titisee Badeparadies Schwarzwald“ stop directly in front of the building.
Rail: Take the Höllentalbahn to Titisee; from there it is about 1.1 to 1.2 km on foot.

Tips for your visit

Bring your own: Large bath towels (especially for the sauna), shower gear and clean slippers. Towels, bathrobes and sauna robes can be borrowed for a fee and deposit.
Dress code: Palais Vital is completely free of textiles; swimwear is not permitted there. In Galaxy and Palmenoase, appropriate swimwear is mandatory; shorts are allowed at most knee length, burkinis are permitted.
Food and drink: There are restaurants and bars in all three areas. Food and drinks from outside are not allowed for hygiene reasons; bringing alcohol is prohibited. Payment is made with a transponder upon leaving.
When is it full? According to the operator, more guests come during the school holidays.

Health: Anyone with cardiovascular problems, asthma, or kidney problems should speak with their GP before taking a sauna; for acute infections or fever, health insurance companies such as DAK advise against using a sauna. This article does not replace medical advice.

The quiet alternative: Wellness at Sonnenhof & Sonnhalde

Photo: Wellnesshotel Sonnenhof & Sonnhalde

The Badeparadies is a large water park with slides and waves. If you prefer to relax quietly and in a more manageable way, you will find a different atmosphere here. Our hotel does not have a thermal spa, but does have a wellness area on three levels with an indoor area of 450 m², an outdoor area of 1,650 m², and an indoor pool (indoor pool) with an area of 84 m².

The offer includes a panoramic sauna with forest views (Finnish sauna, 12 to 20 o'clock), a textile garden sauna (14 to 20 o'clock) and an organic steam sauna (16 to 20 o'clock). In addition, there are relaxation areas with sun loungers, a Kneipp water walk pool, two tea stations and sunbathing areas. The wellness area is open daily from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; the sauna is open to those aged 16 and over. More about this in our article Sauna landscape in the Black Forest and to Textile sauna.

As a day guest you can enjoy our Day Spa use: „Schwarzwald Light“ costs 29.90 € (admission plus wellness bag), „Schwarzwald“ with lunch buffet 45.90 € and „Schwarzwald Plus“ with continental breakfast buffet 59.90 €; daily from 9:00 to 20:00, reservation by e-mail at info@sonnenhof-sonnhalde.de. Book massages in addition Massages in the Black Forest. Our comparison of other spas and thermal baths in the region Overview of thermal spas in the Black Forest. You can combine overnight stays and wellness services with ours Wellness offers – book directly here.

Things to do near Titisee: a day in the Upper Black Forest

The Badeparadies resort is located in Titisee. If you want to combine your visit with a walk, you can find tips in the post. Titisee: Sights and hiking trails.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Black Forest spa resort located?

At Badeparadies 1, 79822 Titisee-Neustadt, in the Upper Black Forest between Freiburg and Villingen-Schwenningen, below Feldberg.

How far is the spa resort of Ühlingen-Birkendorf located?

Approximately 34 km, by car about 35 minutes (route calculation using OSRM, October 2026).

At what age is the bath paradise suitable?

The Galaxy has no age restrictions. Palmenoase and Palais Vital are open to people aged 16 and over; on Saturdays and Sundays, there is a family day at Palmenoase with no age limit.

Is the spa free of textiles?

Only Palais Vital. Bathing attire is required in Palmenoase and Galaxy.

Do I have to book tickets in advance?

The operator recommends booking online to ensure admission. The current prices are listed there.

When does the spa resort open?

Palais Vital and Palmenoase open daily from 9 am to 10 pm; the Galaxy is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays (as of October 2026; holiday times may vary).

Black Forest spa resort in Titisee: areas, tickets, tips – and the quiet alternative

Black Forest spa paradise: the three worlds at a glance