BLACK FOREST HACKATHON
REGISTRATION
OPENING SOON!
The Black Forest Hackathon is the meeting point for visionaries to spend a weekend working with the latest technologies in a unique setting and atmosphere. We bring you together with like-minded people so that, in just 48 hours, you can build innovative projects from scratch.
8. - 10. May 2026
Theme? SMART REGION
Where? flow1986, Offenburg
12. - 14. June / 19. June 2026
Theme? CYBER-SECURITY (PENTEST)
Where? Freiburg im Breisgau
16. - 18. October 2026
Theme? SMART AUTOMATION
Where? flow1986, Offenburg
4. - 6. December 2026
Theme? SMART HEALTH
Where? Freiburg im Breisgau
WHAT’S HAPPENING?
You work with like-minded participants on challenges set by companies. Together, within 48 hours, you develop an innovative idea into a working prototype or a business model.
17.-19. October 2025
Theme? CREATING TOMORROW`S MANUFACTURING
Where? flow1986, Offenburg
HOW IT WORKS
“Spark
MATCHMAKING
Afterwards, you’ll be introduced to the challenges and form your teams.
BE AWESOME
Let’s get started. From here on, it’s coding, brainstorming, sketching, and building all weekend long.
WIN PRICE
On Sunday, you present your results to a jury and compete for one of five prizes, with a total value of €5,000 to €10,000.
RELIVE
Past Participating Companies
QUESTIONS THAT MATTER
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“Stereotype
What if I’ve never been to a hackathon before?
The Black Forest Hackathon brings together people with a wide range of skill levels. With keynotes and mentors, you can quickly gain the knowledge you need for your project, connect with others, and learn from each other.
I’m not currently enrolled as a student – can I still take part?
Yes, absolutely – the hackathon is open to anyone who’s interested. Just sign up as long as there are spots available.
Will the hackathon take place in person?
Depending on the format, the classic hackathon takes place on-site, while the cyber security pentest is run in a hybrid setup.
Can I stay overnight?
The hackathon is not a 24/7 event. However, we’re happy to help you find accommodation – whether that’s a hotel or possibly a spare couch with another participant.
Can I sign up without a team?
Of course – most participants sign up without a team. On Friday, we’ll have a dedicated team-building session where we introduce the topics and form the teams for the weekend.
I have no idea what I should work on during the weekend?
No problem – our sponsors have prepared exciting real-world challenges that you can work on over the weekend with support from top mentors.
You have more questions? No problem!
Drop us an email: info@blackforesthackathon.de
Become a challenge partner or sponsor? We got you!
The Black Forest Hackathon is made possible by participating companies. Want to be part of it when the tech community meets in the Black Forest region? Write to us: info@blackforesthackathon.de