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The Saar Loop (Germany)
Visorando Member
9.47 mi
+1,424 ft
-1,417 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Mettlach (Landkreis Merzig-Wadern)
A hike that will take you to one of the most beautiful places in the Saarland: the Saar Loop.
The Altschossfelsen or "old castle rocks" of Eppenbrunn
6.70 mi
+735 ft
-735 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Eppenbrunn (Südwestpfalz)
Colorado du Bitcherland for some. This is a pink sandstone formation 1.5 km long, 35 m high and with four "towers" towering over visitors. No remains of the castle exist, but the unusual shapes, rocky overhangs and colours that change with the light of day enhance this rock formation. Trail marked with the German "Premiumweg" label.
Mühlenweg (Mill Trail) in Ottenhöffen im Schwarzwald
7.91 mi
+1,581 ft
-1,588 ft
5h 00
Moderate
Departure from Ottenhöfen im Schwarzwald (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
On this circuit around the village of Ottenhöffen, you will see five mills, a water-powered forge and... numerous self-service schnapps fountains (Schnappsbrunnen). You are asked to pay for what you consume by putting your money in the box provided. Various non-alcoholic drinks are also available.The route passes through low mountain meadows and forests.
Boucle de Seibelseckle par Hinterer Langenbach et Wildsee
8.15 mi
+1,558 ft
-1,555 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Seebach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Un circuit facile dans la forêt. Passage le long d'un torrent. Le clou est le lac d'origine glaciaire Wildsee, l'un des plus beau et plus sauvage de la Forêt Noire. Au retour, nous empruntons le sentier en balcon sur la plaine du Rhin et passons devant le monument commémoratif de la tempête "Lothar" de 1999.
Grand Canyon of the Black Forest
8.10 mi
+1,581 ft
-1,299 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Wutach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
One of the most beautiful hiking trails in the entire region is the Wutach Gorge (Wutachschlucht), nicknamed the "Grand Canyon of the Black Forest".
These are wild gorges, followed by footbridges, steps and paths carved into the rock, with a stream that is sometimes calm, sometimes cascading, and lush vegetation.
PLEASE NOTE: the road is currently closed for the return journey to Schattenmühle. Continue along the Lotenbach gorge for about 1.5 km until you reach the B315 road, where you will find the bus stop.
Allerheiligen waterfall and Schliffkopf in the Black Forest
11.00 mi
+2,205 ft
-2,188 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Oppenau (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A beautiful circular hike starting at the foot of the Allerheiligen waterfall. Discover the old convent in the village. The route then climbs gradually to the heights above Ottenhöfen and finally loops back to Schliffkopf.
The Feldberg
4.63 mi
+1,024 ft
-1,014 ft
3h 00
Moderate
Departure from Feldberg (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Ascent of the Feldberg with a 360° view of the Black Forest and the Alps.
Geroldsauerwasserfälle
7.95 mi
+1,644 ft
-1,627 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Baden-Baden (Regierungsbezirk Karlsruhe)
This circuit is best done at the end of May during the rhododendron flowering season. You can also see a series of small waterfalls. The hike is not difficult. It can be very busy on Saturdays and Sundays (especially on the first third)
Circular at Mummelsee and Hornisgrinde
7.04 mi
+978 ft
-968 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Seebach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A hike in the Black Forest mountains, culminating in the glacial lake of Mummelsee and, on a clear day, a breathtaking view from the summit of Hornisgrinde over the Rhine Valley, Strasbourg and the Vosges mountains.
Zweribach Waterfalls from Sankt-Märgen
7.09 mi
+1,529 ft
-1,526 ft
4h 35
Difficult
Departure from St. Märgen (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
From Sankt-Märgen to the Zweribach waterfalls via the Hischbach waterfall and back via the Kapfen chapel.
The Teufelsteig trail starting from Lautenbach
7.33 mi
+1,611 ft
-1,627 ft
4h 45
Moderate
Departure from Lautenbach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A beautiful hike to do in warm weather as most of it is shaded, with beautiful views. Picnics can be enjoyed at various locations. There are numerous benches along the route.
Tour of the Feldberg via the Feldsee
7.03 mi
+1,339 ft
-1,325 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Feldberg (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Discover the Feldberg (1,493 m), the highest peak in the Black Forest, via the Feldsee, a small glacial lake at the foot of the mountain.
Most of the hike follows the "Feldbergsteig" route
Art in harmony with nature in the Black Forest
6.73 mi
+915 ft
-909 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Müllheim im Markgräflerland (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A beautiful hike through a forest of beech and oak trees along the René Schickele-Weg trail to Lipburg, where you will see polished stone sculptures, art and nature in harmony.
Freistett alluvial forest
5.58 mi
+33 ft
-36 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Rheinau (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Short hike through one of the remaining areas of alluvial forest in the Rhine plain. Numerous ponds and abundant wildlife.
Panoramic views around Sasbachwalden
6.12 mi
+1,434 ft
-1,434 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Sasbachwalden (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A very beautiful route in the hills above Sasbachwalden, passing through orchards, vineyards and a small forest. Superb scenery throughout the route.
Around Eppenbrunn: the Eulenfels and the Altschlosspfad
11.19 mi
+1,286 ft
-1,273 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Eppenbrunn (Südwestpfalz)
Gentle climb to Eulenfels, a spectacular but little-visited rocky site. Pass through the Wusteichelsbach peat bogs before climbing gently to the breathtaking Altschlossfelsen rock formation (very popular). Return to Eppenbrunn via the Rocher de Diane, on the French-German border, and the Teufelstisch rocks.
Franco-German trail from castle to castle - Part 1
11.74 mi
+2,464 ft
-2,454 ft
7h 35
Difficult
Departure from Schönau (Pfalz) (Südwestpfalz)
The "Premiungweg" marked trail is a meeting point between Alsace and the Palatinate. Between the Northern Vosges and the Wasgau: two of the most beautiful natural sites in Europe thanks to their landscapes of endless forests, pink sandstone rocks rising towards the sky and remarkable castle ruins. This 33 km trail was originally divided into two circular sections. Here is thefirst 20 km section.
Around Obereggenen
9.19 mi
+1,417 ft
-1,417 ft
5h 30
Moderate
Departure from Schliengen (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A wide circular route with varied landscapes around the village of Obereggenen along paths lined with cherry trees and vineyards, with a section through the forest to approach Schloss Bürgeln. Superb in spring when the cherry trees are in bloom.
Towards the summit of the Kaiserstuhl, the Lenzenberg and the Liliental arboretum.
6.93 mi
+1,283 ft
-1,273 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Ihringen (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Through remarkable beech forests, climb to the summit of the Kaiserstuhl to enjoy a splendid view of the Vosges and the Black Forest. Descend towards Lenzenberg, then through the vineyard to reach the remarkable Liliental arboretum.
Circular loop: Edelfrauengrab Wasserfälle and Karlsruher Grat
10.25 mi
+2,415 ft
-2,385 ft
6h 50
Difficult
Departure from Ottenhöfen im Schwarzwald (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
This route will take you from Ottenhöffen to Eichkopf, the Edelfrauengrab waterfalls, the Karlsruher Grat rocky ridge, the Scherzfelsen rock and back along the Acker river.
Vesperweg (Snack Trail) in Oberharmersbach in the Black Forest
9.13 mi
+1,923 ft
-1,919 ft
5h 50
Moderate
Departure from Oberharmersbach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Unusual facilities, beautiful panoramic views and a cuddle hut (Schmusehisli), the snack trail (Vesperweg) – it's quite a programme.
Geierlay suspension bridge
6.70 mi
+1,227 ft
-1,220 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Mörsdorf (Rhein-Hunsrück-Kreis)
Circular starting from Mörsdorf, ending with a crossing of the Geierlay: Germany's longest suspension bridge, 100 metres above the valley and 360 metres long.
In the Wutach and Lotenbach gorges
Association / Club / Walk leader
6.10 mi
+915 ft
-932 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Bonndorf im Schwarzwald (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Sublime and magnificent gorges: the climb up the gorges is very cool.
The Jägersteig trail starting from Schluchsee
7.92 mi
+994 ft
-1,007 ft
4h 30
Moderate
Departure from Schluchsee (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Schluchsee is known for its lake and attracts many tourists, especially in summer.
There are many hiking trails close to the lake. The Jägersteig (based on an old hunters' trail) alternates between paths along the lake and climbs into the surrounding forest overlooking the lake. There are several panoramic viewpoints along this route.
Discovering the sandstone giants in Dahn
5.73 mi
+883 ft
-863 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Dahn (Südwestpfalz)
The Dahner Felsenpfad (Dahn Rock Trail) is located in Rhineland-Palatinate. This circular route takes you into the forest to discover the giant pink sandstone rocks and the surrounding viewpoints.
Refreshments are also available along the route.
Around Nussbach
6.28 mi
+820 ft
-810 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Oberkirch (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A beautiful hike that takes us through orchards, vineyards and a small forest to some stunning viewpoints around Nussbach.
The Devil's Gorge or Teufelsschlucht
11.18 mi
+932 ft
-925 ft
5h 55
Difficult
Departure from Ernzen (Eifelkreis Bitburg-Prüm)
The Devil's Gorge was formed towards the end of the last ice age, around 10,000 years ago, following one or more rock collapses. Gorges, faults and crevasses make up the rock formations of the Ferschweiler plateau.
Walk in the old bed of the Rhine: around the Petit Rhin
6.80 mi
+157 ft
-154 ft
3h 15
Easy
Departure from Weil am Rhein (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
The vast renaturation project on the Rhine Island, which began in 2013, is nearing completion. A new river, the Little Rhine, has appeared between the Grand Canal and the Old Rhine. The land and water around it has been completely transformed, allowing many plant and animal species to return or remain.
This walk takes place in a rapidly changing natural environment, where everything is set to change for the greater benefit of biodiversity.
Circular Giesshübel starting from Sankt Ulrich
8.72 mi
+1,896 ft
-1,896 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Bollschweil (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Cross beautiful pastures leading to the Gerstenhalm Pass and then on to Eduardshöhe for remarkable views of Horben before a short stop at the Giesshübel inn and its panoramic terrace. Return to St Ulrich, first along the ridges with views of the Belchen, then through the forest via the Kohlerhof inn.
Mummelsee – Hornisgrinde – Ochsenstall – Unterstmatt – Dreifürstenstein
6.93 mi
+1,135 ft
-1,132 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Seebach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Hike to the highest peak in the northern Black Forest, the Hornisgrinde (1,164 m), which you climb twice, first from the south and then from the north. Superb panoramic view of the Rhine plain. You pass the TV transmitter with its impressive 206 m high transmission tower.
The route then passes through Ochsenstall, from where you reach the Unterstmatt ski resort. You return via another climb up the Hornisgrinde, then cross the peat bogs before passing the Dreifürstenstein.
Tour of Lake Titisee
3.58 mi
+315 ft
-308 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Titisee-Neustadt (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Walking around Lake Titisee prolongs the serenity it exudes.
In the Black Forest around Sallneck
6.07 mi
+1,316 ft
-1,312 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Kleines Wiesental (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A superb hike in the Black Forest mountains, 1 hour from Mulhouse, with rolling hills and extraordinary tranquillity.
A large circular route starting from Sasbachwalden.
11.32 mi
+2,530 ft
-2,539 ft
7h 25
Difficult
Departure from Sasbachwalden (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Waterfalls, an old castle, imposing rocks, beautiful views of the Rhine plain, forests everywhere and, finally, vineyards and schnapsbrunnen. In October, there are also colours and chestnuts.
On the banks of the Rhine in Rheinfelden
5.93 mi
+167 ft
-171 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Rheinfelden (Baden) (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
In 1805, Napoleon and Francis I of Austria imposed the border on the Rhine. Rheinfelden then became Rheinfelden Baden, a German industrial town, and Rheinfelden Argovie, a Swiss spa town.The route runs along the German bank, which is equipped with viewing platforms and benches, to the hydroelectric dam and then along the more wooded Swiss bank. Return via the historic town and its old bridge, the Altebrücke.
Nußhurtkapelle and Triberger Wasserfälle from Triberg (Germany)
7.21 mi
+1,421 ft
-1,437 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Triberg im Schwarzwald (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
This loop will take you from Triberg (Baden-Württemberg) which, as well as being a major cuckoo factory, is also famous for its waterfall, the highest in Germany. A hike for everyone.
The route is in two parts:
The long 9 km loop takes you through forests and mountain meadows to discover some magnificent scenery.
The shorter 2.3 km loop takes you to the waterfall, which unfortunately is very popular with tourists, so there is a charge for admission (€8).
On the heights of Tiergarten and Haslach in the Black Forest
7.10 mi
+1,214 ft
-1,204 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Oberkirch (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A beautiful and varied hike through the vineyards and forests of Tiergarten and Haslach.
The lake and waterfalls of Sankenbach
6.94 mi
+1,407 ft
-1,427 ft
4h 25
Moderate
Departure from Baiersbronn (Regierungsbezirk Karlsruhe)
A lovely hike in the Black Forest without any major difficulties. It takes us along wooded paths past Lake Sankenbachsee, the Sankenbacher Waterfalls, the Glasmännlehütte refuge and a short detour into the town of Baiersbronn.
Discover the orchards and vineyards of Nussbach
8.91 mi
+1,302 ft
-1,302 ft
5h 15
Moderate
Departure from Oberkirch (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A superb hike through the orchards around Nussbach with magnificent views of both valleys!
A circular route in the Black Forest starting from Wolfschlucht.
8.39 mi
+2,080 ft
-2,077 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Baden-Baden (Regierungsbezirk Karlsruhe)
Black Forest route via Wolfschlucht gorge, Lukas Hütte, Ebersteinburg castle, Battert rock faces, Ritteplatte, Baden-Baden's old castle, Sophien Ruhe and Engelskanzel viewpoints offering splendid views of the town.
Staufenberg Castle, St. Anthony’s Chapel and Maiglöckchenhütte
7.42 mi
+771 ft
-758 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Appenweier (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A very beautiful walk around Nesselried, alternating between vineyards and woodland.
Route de la Réserve Naturelle Nationale du Taubergiessen
9.95 mi
+39 ft
-39 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Rheinau/Rhinau (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A route through the Taubergiessen National Nature Reserve, in the German part of Rhinau, along the Old Rhine with views of Rhinau Island and a short detour to Europa-Park (Rust).
This is a thousand-hectare nature reserve owned by the French commune of Rhinau on German territory (650 ha of forest and 350 ha of meadows or fields).
I was lucky enough to spot roe deer, swans and herons.
The Felsenweg or Rock Trail from Kappelrodeck.
10.30 mi
+2,569 ft
-2,569 ft
7h 00
Moderate
Departure from Kappelrodeck (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A series of ten porphyry or granite rock formations offering superb views of the Simmerbach valley, the village of Ottenhöfen, the summit of the Hornisgrinde, the Rhine plain and Strasbourg.
A lovely discovery in the Black Forest at Breitnau
4.58 mi
+745 ft
-735 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Breitnau (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Enter the magnificent Ravenna Gorge, where the torrent winds its way through numerous waterfalls and beautiful wooden bridges. The return route, the ‘Jakobusweg’, follows the Rotbach stream past several sawmills and mills, and the magnificent viaduct over which the Höllental train passes.A varied outing full of contrasts!
A circular walk in the Black Forest near Hausach
8.26 mi
+2,129 ft
-2,133 ft
5h 40
Moderate
Departure from Hausach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A very pretty hike in the Black Forest, 50 km north-east of Freiburg (Freiburg im Breisgau) and 60 km
north of Lake Titisee.
You can admire the countryside and forest scenery, as well as the town of Hausach with its castle and beautiful traditional houses.
Circular route between Waldulm and Oberkirch
10.28 mi
+1,877 ft
-1,860 ft
6h 20
Moderate
Departure from Kappelrodeck (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A walk through vineyards, orchards and woodland. Beautiful views over the Rhine plain.
Between Mullheim and Lipburg
8.62 mi
+1,253 ft
-1,263 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Müllheim im Markgräflerland (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
After passing through the superb Eichwald forest near Mullheim, discover the small hamlet of Rheintal, cross through and enjoy the landscapes around Lipburg with beautiful views of the Blauen, then return to Eichwald.
Ringelbacherkreuz – Schauenburg
5.77 mi
+1,214 ft
-1,217 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Kappelrodeck (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A lovely walk through the forest and vineyards from the Ringelbacherkreuz (a small pass between Waldulm and Ringelbach) to the Schauenburg castle, which overlooks the town of Oberkirch. Superb views of the plain and Strasbourg from the Schauenburg.
The vineyards and orchards starting from Waldulm
8.41 mi
+1,181 ft
-1,161 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Kappelrodeck (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A walk through vineyards and orchards. Best done in spring to see the cherry blossoms or in autumn to enjoy the colours of the vineyards. Beautiful views of the Hornisgrinde summit and the Rhine Valley.
Autour de Sitzenkirch par la ruine Sausenburg et le Schloss Bürgeln
8.11 mi
+1,814 ft
-1,814 ft
5h 20
Moderate
Departure from Schliengen (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Belle randonnée autour du village de Sitzenkirch entre forêts et prairies. Un itinèraire qui permet de profiter des superbes panoramas depuis le sommet de la tour de la ruine de Sausenburg et de la terrasse du Schloss Bürgeln.
Hochblauen from Marzell
5.36 mi
+1,562 ft
-1,558 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Malsburg-Marzell (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
PLEASE NOTE (May 2025): the hotel is currently undergoing renovation and work is not due to be completed any time soon. The upper car park is congested and it is impossible to eat or watch the paragliders; to reach the tower, you must walk around the summit
You will discover the southernmost peak of the Black Forest, which rises to 1,165 m.From up there, you can see the start of the Rhine Plain to the west, the Vosges Mountains to the south and the Jura Mountains to the south. In fine weather, the Swiss Alps and, to the north, the peaks of the Black Forest complete the panorama.
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