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Hausach walks
A circular walk in the Black Forest near Hausach
Visorando Member
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.
Circuit starting from Haslach via the Sacred Well and the Urenkopf
6.29 mi
+1,332 ft
-1,319 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Haslach im Kinzigtal (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A beautiful hike starting from Haslach that takes you to the Sacred Well and Chapel, the Urenkopf and the Devil's Pulpit rocks. Very pleasant in warm weather as it is mostly shaded but offers some beautiful views.
Genießerpfad – Hahn-und-Henne Circuit in Zell am Harmersbach (Premiumweg)
Tourist office
8.63 mi
+1,647 ft
-1,634 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Zell am Harmersbach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Who hasn’t seen them – the bright green and yellow cups, plates and egg cups featuring the Black Forest rooster and hen? This charming pair of chickens will also accompany you on the approximately 14-kilometre-long “Rooster and Hen Trail” through the holiday landscape of the Central Black Forest, Gengenbach and Harmersbach Valley.
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.
Lauterbach hiking trail
20.88 mi
+3,438 ft
-3,435 ft
12h 35
Moderate
Departure from Lauterbach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
This trail has it all: the "Qualitätsweg Wanderbares Deutschland" (Quality Trail Wanderbares Deutschland) runs for 34 kilometres at altitudes between 568 and 879 metres. Nevertheless, the ascents on the "Lauterbacher Wandersteig" add up to a good 1350 metres in altitude.
Circular route from Schöne Aussicht and the Hauenstein Rock
5.58 mi
+1,198 ft
-1,171 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Hornberg (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
The Hauenstein rock offers a magnificent view (Schöne Aussicht) of the southern and eastern parts of the Black Forest. This route follows part of the Schwarzwald West Weg and passes through beautiful forests above Niederwasser.
Shepherd’s Trail (Hirtenweg) starting from Yach
12.80 mi
+2,986 ft
-2,982 ft
8h 30
Very difficult
Departure from Elzach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A long hike with significant elevation gain. Follow the sign featuring a shepherd, then the unmistakable Yellow Diamond. Please note that the signs are sometimes a few dozen metres past the junctions, so keep an eye out!
Around Gengenbach
12.00 mi
+2,313 ft
-2,320 ft
7h 30
Difficult
Departure from Gengenbach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Hike in the hills above Gengenbach. Car park next to a clinic. The route is accessible to all, with forest paths and small trails. The climb at the start is long but easy, and then you reach some small paths. At the end of the route, there is a magnificent view of the town of Gengenbach.
Herbert’s Refuge at the start of the route in Seelbach
7.66 mi
+1,293 ft
-1,286 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Seelbach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A lovely walk above Seelbach, alternating between woodland and meadows with beautiful scenery and the chance to discover lovely wooden sculptures. Please note that the start of the descent is sometimes quite steep.
The ruins of Geroldseck Castle (Schonberg)
6.90 mi
+1,201 ft
-1,184 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Seelbach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
An hour from Strasbourg, in the heart of the Black Forest (Germany), discover the ruins of Géroldseck Castle. A route along small country lanes, which can be completed on foot or by bike (between 4 and 5 hours on foot). After an initial uphill section, you’ll discover a superb 360-degree panoramic view of the Black Forest at the top of the ruins.
Discover Seelbach in the Black Forest and its St Conrad’s Chapel
2.22 mi
+282 ft
-279 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Seelbach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A visit to my maternal grandparents’ village will take you deep into the Black Forest; as you climb a little higher, you’ll discover the village of Seelbach in the Schutter Valley.
Circular route around Schonach via the Blindensee
7.25 mi
+1,010 ft
-1,014 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Schonach im Schwarzwald (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A pleasant route in the hills above Schonach. You will pass through the Blindensee nature reserve. This deep black lake is surrounded by marshy wetlands, home to many rare plant species.
Mathilde the Ladybird Tour in Winden
5.33 mi
+768 ft
-764 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Winden im Elztal (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Pram-friendly family walk around Winden
Alternative route around the Wiesensteig
9.54 mi
+2,080 ft
-2,093 ft
6h 10
Moderate
Departure from Bad Peterstal-Griesbach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A hike alternating between forests and sloping pastures in the typical Black Forest landscape, with lovely green valleys and babbling brooks.
More accessible all year round from the Dollenberg car park (accessible via the B28 road), this alternative route is slightly longer than the official 13.4 km ‘Wiesensteig’ route recommended by the Bad Peterstal Griesbach Tourist Office.
Triberg Black Forest Railway Trail
3.64 mi
+1,050 ft
-1,047 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Triberg im Schwarzwald (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
An interesting route that follows the Black Forest railway line. Several vantage points showcase the ingenuity used to overcome the difference in height with the help of double circular loops. Along the way, you’ll see the world’s largest cuckoo clock.
Elzhof–Schonacher Wälderweg circular loop via Blindensee
7.89 mi
+1,070 ft
-1,047 ft
4h 35
Moderate
Departure from Schonach im Schwarzwald (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A pleasant route that initially follows the Elz stream past a beautiful waterfall. The route then follows part of the Schonach forest path, then passes through the Blindenhöhe nature reserve and around Blindensee.
The Braunhörnle and the Rohrhardsberg via the Genießerpfade
8.81 mi
+1,804 ft
-1,811 ft
5h 35
Moderate
Departure from Schonach im Schwarzwald (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A pleasant route leading to the Braunhörnle. This summit offers a panoramic view of the Yach valley. The route also passes through the Rohrhardsberg nature reserve. The landscapes here are varied, alternating between forests, pastures and meadows.
Genießerpfad – Rohrhardsberg U(h)rwald Trail
5.39 mi
+1,240 ft
-1,230 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Schonach im Schwarzwald (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
This premium hiking trail through the Rohrhardsberg Nature Reserve offers everything that makes the Black Forest so special. From lush pastures and meadows to woods and moors, a waterfall and, time and again, stunning views. Cuckoo clocks in all shapes and colours adorn the woods and make for a truly special hiking experience!
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).
Simonswald Mill Trail
5.65 mi
+1,033 ft
-1,027 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Simonswald (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
In Simonswald and its tranquil side valleys, where crystal-clear mountain streams murmur, six old mills clatter away. The mill trail connects the mills in a beautiful hike.
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.