The cuckoo clock factory doesn't just consist of its clocks. So the work steps from logging to the clock and the learning of the craft are stories to be experienced.

15 May
Cuckoo clocks in general, Stories

The cuckoo clock of the year 2023 is chosen in Furtwangen

Cuckoo clocks are hanging in the German Clock Museum in Furtwangen for the election of the “Cuckoo Clock of the Year” award. The host is the clock museum in Furtwangen. Furtwangen is this year's venue for the election of the "Cuckoo Clock of the Year". There are 12 watches to choose from. Among other things, the clock modern chalet cuckoo clock 351/ 10 green. The election of the "Cuckoo Clock of the Year" The organizer of this prize is the Black Forest Clock Association (VdS), which brought the prize into being in 2001. Every visitor to the...

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15 Feb
Stories

The fascination of cuckoo clocks from the Black Forest – popular with the younger generation

Why are cuckoo clocks becoming more and more popular with the younger generation? Cuckoo clocks have been an integral part of German culture for many decades and have regained popularity among young people in recent years. The reasons for this are varied, ranging from nostalgic childhood memories to a growing interest in traditional craftsmanship. One of the main reasons young people get excited about cuckoo clocks is the unique...

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02 Feb
Cuckoo clocks in general, Cuckoo clocks from the Black Forest, Stories

Winter hike to the cradle of the cuckoo clock

Our tip: A must for all cuckoo clock fans who want to hike in the Black Forest. A winter hike to the cradle of the cuckoo clock starts in Schönwald in the Black Forest. The Tourist Information Schönwald offers a beautiful hiking route that leads through the snowy forests of the Black Forest and takes participants to the cradle of the cuckoo clock. The path leads through the picturesque villages of the Black Forest and offers breathtaking views of the snow-capped mountains. There are many sights along the way, such as the...

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16 Jan
Cuckoo clocks in general, Cuckoo clocks from the Black Forest, Cuckoo Clock Manufactory Anton Schneider, Stories

It is better to have an original cuckoo clock sent home insured than to buy it in a souvenir shop

Gabriel M., a tourist from Brazil, made a stopover in the Black Forest during his 2019 trip to Europe. He visited the famous waterfalls in Triberg and was enthusiastic about the Black Forest culture. On the way to Freiburg he stopped at a typical Black Forest farm. There he noticed again the many cuckoo clocks that were offered for sale. In all the souvenir shops that Gabriel visited during his stay in Germany, he noticed...

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17 Jun
Cuckoo clocks in general, Stories

Surprise: GNTM uses cuckoo clocks as a fashion accessory

The cuckoo clocks don't stop at Germany's Next Topmodel either. Finalist Anita carried two giant cuckoo clocks on her shoulders during the finale, showing off the cuckoo clocks to their best advantage. We were surprised when we became aware of the article in the Donaukurier. Our cuckoo clocks are not suitable as shoulder decorations, but they have been inspiring for years as an embellishment for the living room. Source: Article Donaukurier zum Kuckuck, photo Sonnenmoser

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Villingen-Schwenningen: Former Württemberg watch factory in Bürk, today the home of the Watch Industry Museum.
06 Jun
Stories

Visit clock museums in the Black Forest

A visit to a watch museum in the Black Forest is worthwhile. You will find many exciting stories about clocks and cuckoo clocks in Schwenningen and Furtwangen. The kuckucksuhren.shop technician Raphael S. lives in the Black Forest and visited the watch industry museum in Schwenningen during his school days. He can still remember interesting machines and old workshops. Schwenningen was best known for its alarm clocks. In Schwenningen, once the largest clock city in the world, the world of clocks can be...

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24 May
Cuckoo clocks in general, Cuckoo clocks from the Black Forest, Stories

Black Forest Clock of the Year - Be part of the next vote!

The Black Forest clock has stood for tradition and craftsmanship for 300 years. The "Black Forest Clock Association (VdS)" has had the Black Forest Clock of the Year voted for by a wide audience for 20 years. Also in 2021, the Black Forest Clock Association (VdS) announced the election of the cuckoo clock of the year. This time it was only possible to vote online. There were 18 watches to choose from and, as in previous years, models from Anton Schneider Söhne GmbH...

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