Kenzingen walks

A family-friendly walk near Kenzingen.Today, variety is the order of the day. This tour takes us through vineyards and woods, past ‘wild’ animals, all the way to a climbing park. So every member of the family can find their own adventure!

A stroll through 500 years of architectural history – a village in transition thanks to civic engagement The municipality of Gutach comprises the three districts of Gutach, Bleibach and Siegelau. Alongside a wide range of club activities in all three districts, civic engagement has become particularly evident in recent years, notably at the outdoor swimming pool in Gutach and the community centres in the Pferdestall and the Sonnenkeller. Due to the town’s historical development, there are fascinating topics that shed light on housing and historic buildings. Not least thanks to numerous awards from the State of Baden-Württemberg and the Chamber of Architects, these distinctive features are coming to the attention of the public.

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.

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.

A lovely walk in the Kaiserstuhl with plenty of views. A third of the route is on quiet tarmac roads, mostly in the sun. In spring, the embankments are in bloom.

A lovely, easy walk through the Grand Ried in Rhinau, taking you through fields and woodland near the Rhine, amongst springs and streams with exceptionally clear water, and past blockhouses.May be suitable for children.

A circular walk to visit Geroldseck and the Lützelhardt ruins, half through woodland and half across open countryside.

A pleasant walk through countryside and woodland. Paths accessible all year round.

A short, moderate-difficulty walk that takes you round the main peaks of the Kaisertuhl. This small mountain range offers a wealth of walking routes. This circular route starts from the wine-growing village of Oberbergen. The first section is an ascent to the Totenkopf. The views over the Rhine plain and the Vosges are magnificent. The route then follows a ridge, passing via the Eichelspitze to St Catherine’s Chapel, which is the highlight of the walk. There are plenty of benches where you can sit and enjoy the views of the surrounding countryside. The final section takes you through the vineyards.

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.

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.

The Suggental Silver Trail takes you through a fascinating landscape that has been shaped by human activity both above and below ground. There is plenty to see on the longer Circular Route 2. This starts at the silver mine and takes you on a circular route to Schwarzenburg.

A lovely walk with a short section through the forest. Most of the route takes you through terraced vineyards and meadows, with magnificent views of the Kaiserstuhl. Bonus: two restaurants along the route, one at the start (Zur Lilie) and the other at km 8 (Rathaus Lenzenberg), which is well worth a visit: lovely terrace and views over the plain, the Black Forest and the Vosges.

This circular walk takes you through the picturesque Liliental valley, home to the Baden-Württemberg State Forestry Research Institute. Research is carried out there to determine which tree species will best suit our needs in the future in the face of climate change. Along the way, you’ll also pass the ‘Romantische Hohlgasse’, a path that winds through the Ice Age limestone deposits from the Alpine region.

This nice circular walk mostly goes through woodlands and vineyards. Along the way, enjoy many views, including one at the top of a nice little tower. During the spring season, it's a nice spot for wild garlic.

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.

Loop on the southern slope of the Kaiserstuhl towards Liliental and its majestic trees.Can be extended to go around Liliental or climb Totenkopf, the highest point of the Kaiserstuhl.The circuit alternates between vineyards, viewpoints, forest and Liliental pastures.

Explore a site home to the Ried d’Herbsheim Nature Reserve. It comprises the richest meadows in the area. In early spring, you can see patches of crocuses, as well as Siberian irises which flower from May to June. Conservation measures (in this agricultural area) have helped to avert the worst; the area features remarkable peat bogs typical of the Rieds.