# Strolling in the Black Forest

**Language:** German  
**CEFR Level:** A1  

> Join Mia and Tobias for a stroll through the scenic Black Forest, one short conversation at a time. Each lesson trains your ear until you can follow every word and answer back.

**Setting:** Mia and Tobias are hiking together through the scenic Ravennaschlucht and sharing a slice of cake in Triberg while escaping their busy city lives. They keep talking as they navigate the trails, discuss the local sights, and share tips on avoiding the weekend tourist crowds.

## Lessons

### 1. Describing nature and surroundings

Mia and Tobias admire a beautiful, steep gorge and talk about how good the forest smells.

### 2. Expressing likes and preferences

Tobias and Mia enjoy the quiet atmosphere without tourists and discuss their habit of starting hikes early.

### 3. Pointing out things around you

While discussing Tobias's successful hiking plan, Mia spots and points out some cute bees on the flowers.

### 4. Expressing dislikes and ownership

Tobias admits he does not like bees, prompting Mia to defend the insects and mention the bees she keeps in Munich.

### 5. Suggesting to keep moving

Mia and Tobias compare their wild surroundings to Mia's rooftop before Tobias suggests they continue walking toward Triberg.

### 6. Asking about food prices

Mia and Tobias discuss eating cherry cake in Triberg, and Mia asks how much a slice of cake will cost.

### 7. Suggesting sharing food

Mia suggests sharing two slices of cake because she is hungry from their long walk, while Tobias teases her about her appetite.

### 8. Asking about remaining travel time

Tobias confirms how long they have been walking, and Mia decides to take a short break after asking how much further they have to go.

### 9. Saying what hurts

Tobias suggests taking a break on a bench, and Mia gladly agrees because her feet are hurting from their walk.

### 10. Asking about future activities

Mia asks Tobias about the famous Triberg waterfall and whether he wants to continue hiking afterward.

### 11. Expressing a desire to rest

Tobias explains that he just wants to sit and relax after eating cake, and Mia completely agrees with him.

### 12. Discussing hiking preferences

Mia negotiates for a flatter route for tomorrow's hike, while Tobias admits he actually enjoys a bit of an incline.

### 13. Agreeing on a plan

Tobias agrees to plan a flatter route to make Mia happy, and then suggests they continue walking toward their cake.

### 14. Expressing anticipation

Mia confirms she is coming along and shares her excitement about finally getting to eat some cake.