BLACK FOREST HACKATHON
CREATING TOMORROW`S MANUFACTURING
Der Black Forest Hackathon ist der Treffpunkt für Visionäre, um ein Wochenende lang in einer einzigartigen Umgebung und Atmosphäre mit den neusten Technologien zu arbeiten. Wir bringen dich mit Gleichgesinnten zusammen, damit du in nur 48 Stunden von Grund auf innovative Projekte umsetzten kannst.
Black Forest Campus, Offenburg
WHAT'S HAPPENING
Das Thema CREATING TOMORROW`S MANUFACTURING steht dieses Jahr im Vordergrund. Du arbeitest in einem Team an echten Challenges von Unternehmen, um während des Hackathons innerhalb kurzer Zeit innovative Ideen in funktionierende Prototypen zu verwandeln.
Who should join?
👩💻 Programmers & Engineers – Bring your coding magic!
📊 Data Scientists & AI Enthusiasts – Crack the toughest challenges.
🎨 Designers & UX Wizards – Make ideas come to life.
💡 Business Innovators & Entrepreneurs – Think beyond the code.
📚 Students & Professionals – Whether you’re a beginner or expert, this is for you!
HOW IT WORKS
DAYS 1: Ignition
Team up, explore real-world challenges, and brainstorm big ideas.
DAY 2: Code&Create
Build, break, debug, repeat! Mentors and tools at your fingertips.
DAY 3: Glory
Demo your innovation to industry leaders and compete for €6,000 in prizes!
RELIVE THE EXPERIENCE



















FAQ
Do I need to pay a participation fee?
Nope! The Black Forest Hackathon is 100% free – including food, drinks, and all the tools you need.
Do I need to know how to code?
NO! We welcome programmers, but also business minds, designers, and creative problem solvers.
What if I've never been to a hackathon?
No problem! Whether you're a beginner or expert, we provide mentorship to help you get started. You will be able to quickly gather knowledge for your projects, exchange ideas with others, and learn from each other.
Do I need to be a student to join?
No! Anyone excited to build something amazing can participate.
Will the hackathon be online?
No, this is a fully on-site event at the Freiburger Innovationszentrum (FRIZ).
Can I stay overnight?
Our venue closes at midnight and reopens at 8 AM. Need accommodation? We’ll help you find a hotel or a fellow hacker with a spare couch!
Can I register without a team?
Of course! We have a team-building session on Friday where we’ll match participants based on their interests and skills.
I have no idea what I'll be working on…
No worries! Our industry partners will provide exciting real-world challenges to solve.
Have more questions?
Drop us an email: hello@bf-innovation.de