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Zell am Harmersbach walks
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.
“Bibili” Trail (section of the Hahn-und-Henne Circuit)
Tourism professional3.83 mi
+823 ft
-820 ft
2h 30
Not specified
Departure from Zell am Harmersbach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
The ‘Bibili’ Trail is a child-friendly section of the Hahn-und-Henne Circuit and is ideal for a relaxed family walk. From the Schwarzer Adler car park in Unterharmersbach, the trail leads along the Bächle stream to a water treading area with a barbecue site. Crossing meadows and passing through small woods, it heads to the opposite side of the valley and, after a short climb, returns at a leisurely pace. Along the way, a large playground and the Oberburehof wine tavern provide lovely spots for a break.
Vesperweg (Snack Trail) in Oberharmersbach in the Black Forest
Visorando Member
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mühlenbach Panoramic Trail – “King of the Hiking Trails” (short loop)
5.66 mi
+1,558 ft
-1,562 ft
4h 00
Moderate
Departure from Mühlenbach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
The Mühlenbach Panoramic Trail is known as the ‘King of the Hiking Trails’. It offers an idyllic hiking experience amongst the unspoilt Black Forest valleys and farmsteads. The ‘Short Loop’ is designed to give a taste of the entire Panoramic Trail and can be extended to include the ‘Long Loop’ to create an excellent day’s hike.
From Seelbach to HohenGeroldseck via Lützelhardt
8.18 mi
+1,483 ft
-1,460 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Seelbach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A circular walk to visit Geroldseck and the Lützelhardt ruins, half through woodland and half across open countryside.
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.
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.
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.
Bad Peterstal-Griesbach – the Himmelssteig for ‘mountain lovers’
6.34 mi
+1,896 ft
-1,880 ft
4h 35
Difficult
Departure from Bad Peterstal-Griesbach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Challenging, scenic and enjoyable – these are the hallmarks of the approximately 11-kilometre-long Himmelssteig. Along the way, the route alternates between mossy, grassy and root-strewn paths, passing through and alongside dense fir and mixed forests.
Gutach Valley in the Black Forest – Gutachtälersteig
8.76 mi
+2,398 ft
-2,379 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Gutach (Schwarzwaldbahn) (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A very lovely walk 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 woodland scenery, as well as the village of Gutach with its beautiful traditional houses.
Mooskopf and Moosturm circular loop starting from Kalikutt
7.82 mi
+1,247 ft
-1,240 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Oppenau (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
A lovely walk from Kalikutt with no particular difficulties. The first part is an ascent to the ‘Mooskopf’ summit and its tower. This is followed by a descent along well-marked paths. You’ll have the chance to rest at various designated rest areas and refresh yourself at the fountains along the route.
Teufelskanzelsteig in Bad Peterstal-Griesbach for adventurers
4.14 mi
+1,263 ft
-1,243 ft
3h 00
Difficult
Departure from Bad Peterstal-Griesbach (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
Magnificent views, impressive rock formations and hidden places of power, a waterfall in unspoilt natural surroundings – there’s plenty to discover on this tour, which is just under 7 kilometres long.
Maisacher Turmsteig
8.83 mi
+2,487 ft
-2,464 ft
6h 15
Difficult
Departure from Oppenau (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
The ‘Maisacher Turmsteig’ quality trail takes you 14 km along the Maisach ridge to the ‘Buchkopfturm Maisach’ tower. The circular route offers magnificent views, narrow paths and challenging sections. There are schnapps fountains and a new forest toilet on the route.
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.
On the Great Hornberg Mill Trail
9.11 mi
+2,136 ft
-2,119 ft
6h 05
Moderate
Departure from Hornberg (Regierungsbezirk Freiburg)
On this walker-friendly circular route through the Reichenbach and Schwanenbach valleys, we pass numerous traditional Black Forest farm mills. Along the way, we’ll find beautiful viewpoints and a romantic rock labyrinth.A family-friendly walk near Hornberg.
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.