Best waterfall trails in Blumberg
4.6(59 reviews)
Explore the most popular waterfall trails near Blumberg with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
Top trails
- 4.8 (50)·Hard·20.1 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 2 of the Schluchtensteig and connects Blumberg with the Schattenmühle on one of the most spectacular sections of the Black Forest. The hike leads past the Schleifenbach Falls directly into the heart of the Wutach Gorge nature reserve, which stands out with its vertical cliff faces and jungle-like forests. Along this path, hikers navigate narrow ledges and steep ladders, where the sharp descent into the Schleifenbach Gorge requires surefootedness and focus. Overnight...
- 4.4 (9)·Moderate·12.4 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrInteresting, certified premium hiking trail in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This route is a Black Forest gourmet trail, starting at Blumberg Zollhaus railway station. You hike across fields and meadows and along the steep slopes of the Wutachflühen. You will pass towering rock towers, mossy stones, gigantic ferns, gnarled trees - all around an unspoilt, picturesque natural landscape. A particular highlight of this route, especially for railway enthusiasts, is the Sauschwänzlebahn....
- Moderate·15.9 km·Est. 5–5.5 hrNature and culture-rich section of the Ostweg long-distance hiking trail This hike takes you through dense forest along outstanding natural sites and through idyllic villages. Over mountains and valleys, this varied trail offers breathtaking views and interesting historical sites. This stage has a full range of refreshment stops. Highlights: -Wutach valley -View of the Wutachflühen -Sauschwänzlebahn railway -German-Swiss border -Hohenlupfen Castle
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest waterfall trail in Blumberg?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest waterfall trail in Blumberg is Schluchtensteig Stage 2: Blumberg - Schattenmühle. This trail is estimated to be 20.1 km long.
Which waterfall trail has the most elevation gain in Blumberg?
Blumberg: With an ascent of 620 m, Schluchtensteig Stage 2: Blumberg - Schattenmühle has the most elevation gain of all of the waterfall trails in the area. The next highest ascent for waterfall trails is Ostweg Etappe 9: Achdorf - Stühlingen with 462 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Blumberg?
The most popular and difficult waterfall trail in Blumberg is Schluchtensteig Stage 2: Blumberg - Schattenmühle with a 4.8-star rating from 50 reviews.