Home of the original
Black Forest Cuckoo Clock

Home of the original
Black Forest Cuckoo Clock

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Home of the cuckoo clock – the VdS

Our association “die Schwarzwalduhr” gathers the manufacturers, the dealers and the supporters of the original Black Forest Clock or in common also called Cuckoo Clock and stands for the home of the Cuckoo Clock. The cuckoo clock is a regional product and originated in the central Black Forest around the communities of Schonach, Schönwald and Triberg. From a traditional product, the winter work of poor Black Forest farmers became cult: the cuckoo clock has been putting smiles on peoples faces around the world for generations.

VdS Certificate

The VdS-Certificate

The VdS-Certificate proves origin and authenticity of an original black forest cuckoo clock The cuckoo clock is regional product originating in the black forest with an interesting story that goes back about 200 years. Our cuckoo clocks are hand made by specialist woodworkers in the black forest. Manufacturers and suppliers are all local, most of them in walking distance in the Schonach area so there is a sympathetic cooperation between suppliers and manufacturers all in the sprit of the cuckoo clock. Discover Ultimate Pleasure with elf bar citrus yogurt! Indulge in the refreshing blend of zesty citrus and creamy yogurt. Elevate your vaping experience with a burst of flavor and smooth satisfaction. Try it now and savor the essence of pure delight.

News

1801, 2016

Awarding of the cuckoo clock of the year 2015 in the hiking information center in Baierbronn

18. January 2016|

In the Hiking Information Center in Baiersbronn, the finissage and thus the awarding of the "Clock of the Year 2015" took place on 13/01/2016. This election of a "Clock of [...]

2005, 2015

Start of the search for the cuckoo clock of the year 2015 at the Hiking Information Center in Baiersbronn

20. May 2015|

For the 14th time in a row, the Association of the Black Forest Clock (VdS), based in Schonach, is holding its annual election for the "Cuckoo Clock of the Year". [...]

The Cuckoo Clock

The VdS-Association brings together manufacturers, retailers and supporters of the original Black Forest Cuckoo Clock. The cuckoo clock is a regional product and originated in the central Black Forest around the communities of Schonach, Schönwald and Triberg. From a traditional product, the winter work of poor Black Forest farmers became cult: the cuckoo clock has been putting smiles on peoples faces around the world for generations.

The Manufacturers

The VdS-Association brings together manufacturers, retailers and supporters of the original Black Forest Cuckoo Clock. The cuckoo clock is a regional product and originated in the central Black Forest around the communities of Schonach, Schönwald and Triberg. From a traditional product, the winter work of poor Black Forest farmers became cult: the cuckoo clock has been putting smiles on peoples faces around the world for generations.

Anton Schneider in a short video, presented by Managing Director Jürgen Clute

HEKAS watches in a short video, presented by owner Uwe Kammerer

Hönes watches in a short video, presented by sales manager Christian Schwarz

Rombach & Haas watches in a short video, presented by managing director Andreas Kreyer

August Schwer watches in a video short, presented by owner Andreas Winter

Retailers

The VdS-Association brings together manufacturers, retailers and supporters of the original Black Forest Cuckoo Clock. The cuckoo clock is a regional product and originated in the central Black Forest around the communities of Schonach, Schönwald and Triberg. From a traditional product, the winter work of poor Black Forest farmers became cult: the cuckoo clock has been putting smiles on peoples faces around the world for generations.

Our Home

Home of the Cuckoo Clock is the Holiday Region Hochschwarzwald in the area Triberg, Schonach, Schönwald, Furtwangen and Villingen-Schwenningen

The holiday region Hochschwarzwald offers impressive natural landscapes as well as many multifaceted places with typical Black Forest specialties and traditions. All year round you’ll find a variety of activities to do in the black forest for every season. Im Sommer erlebst Du beim Wandern, Radfahren oder Mountainbiken eindrucksvolle Ausblicke über tiefe Täler und dichte Wälder. Experience impressive views over deep valleys and the famous woods of the black forest by hiking, biking or mountain biking. In the Winter you’ll find many skiing options the Hochschwarzwald are with many miles of prepared skating trails and much more.

Thanks to the worlds biggest cuckoo clock made by a genius clockmaker the town of Schonach has made it to the Guinness book of world records. Today, visitors can see this unique piece of Black Forest clock history not only from the outside, but also from the inside. Outdoors you’ll find many attractive destinations such as the legendary Blindensee or the Rohrhardsberg nature reserve.

Service & Support

The VdS-Association brings together manufacturers, retailers and supporters of the original Black Forest Cuckoo Clock. The cuckoo clock is a regional product and originated in the central Black Forest around the communities of Schonach, Schönwald and Triberg. From a traditional product, the winter work of poor Black Forest farmers became cult: the cuckoo clock has been putting smiles on peoples faces around the world for generations.

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