Bühlertal walks

Do you enjoy the sound of running water, birdsong and a bit of a hike? You can do all that here with the family.

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)

A very beautiful route in the hills above Sasbachwalden, passing through orchards, vineyards and a small forest. Superb scenery throughout the route.

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.

A circular route starting from Achern station, known and signposted as the ‘Dreikirschenweg – Kleine Runde’ (a short 14 km route, with a longer alternative, the 18 km ‘Grosse Runde’), is one of the great classics. Special feature: a route with almost no elevation gain, about half of which is on tarmac. It passes partly through the town of Achern, its suburb of Oberachern, and the village of Mösbach. Suitable for a wide audience, this route presents no technical difficulties and is ideal for occasional walkers, cyclists and families alike. Throughout the route, you can enjoy a varied landscape alternating between urban areas, orchards, vineyards and the open countryside typical of the Black Forest foothills. It also offers several interesting views of the surrounding hills and, on a clear day, of the Rhine plain towards Alsace. Benches and rest areas are dotted along the route, providing pleasant spots to take a break.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

A walk through vineyards, orchards and woodland. Beautiful views over the Rhine plain.

A varied circular hike through the Edelfrauengrab waterfalls and over the Karlsruhe ridge with beautiful views of the Achertal valley and the Rhine valley.

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.

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.

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.

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.

A beautiful hike to discover the ruins of Ebersteinburg and Hohenbaden castles. Magnificent rocks (Batterfelsen) can also be found along the route. You can visit Hohenbaden Castle, which is well worth a detour, and enjoy a meal in its restaurant. There are also some beautiful viewpoints along the route.

A beautiful and varied hike through the vineyards and forests of Tiergarten and Haslach.

Hike through villages, vineyards and forests. Several panoramic viewpoints over different valleys. Shelters, benches and tables allow you to take breaks. On the route you will find the Fatimakapelle, opened and renovated in 1997.

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.

A pleasant short hike along the gorges, which are home to a series of waterfalls. The hike can be done in either direction of the circular route.The direction of the circular loop shown is the ascent of the gorges and waterfalls. The path consists of steps to make the ascent easier. Once you arrive in the hamlet of Allerheiligen, you will find amenities and places to eat.The ruins of an ancient abbey are open to visitors. The return journey is along a forest road.There is a dedicated car park at the start/finish point. Please note that this hike can be very popular and can get quite crowded, both in the car park and along the route.

A beautiful hike that takes us through orchards, vineyards and a small forest to some stunning viewpoints around Nussbach.

A walk through the forest and vineyard of Nussbach with a lot a chery trees in the spring. From amazing view point on the Vosges and black forest, to tiny (or bigger) chappel passing by lambs and goats, this hike is easy to do. Think to bring a hat as part of the hike is fully exposed to the sun. A pleasant walk for a Sunday afternoon.

A superb hike through the orchards around Nussbach with magnificent views of both valleys!