Best forest trails in Pforzheim

This route follows stage 1 of the Westweg, a long-distance trail from Pforzheim to Basel, beginning at Pforzheim Kupferhammer and ending in Dobel. The path leaves the city along the Nagold and Enz rivers, passing the Hoheneck castle ruins, the town of Neuenbürg with its prominent hilltop palace, and the unique stepping stones at the Grösselbach ford. It climbs through regional woodlands to the Schwanner Warte observation tower, offering expansive vistas across the Rhine Valley to the...

This classic long-distance trail spans 286 km (178 miles) across the scenic Black Forest in southwestern Germany, traditionally completed in 12 daily segments. Starting in the gold-mining town of Pforzheim and concluding in Basel, Switzerland, this iconic route is typically hiked from north to south. Hikers navigate a stunning landscape of deep valleys, dense pine forests, rugged rock formations, and sweeping panoramic peaks, following the distinctive red diamond waymarkers. Key points of...

Idyllic, relaxing circular route in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful circular route through the Black Forest near Pforzheim leads along various bodies of water, mostly accompanied by the River Enz. The route is idyllic and relaxed through the picturesque landscape, making it suitable for young and old alike. As a circular route, the first half of the route begins on the Wasserleitungsweg and finally returns on the Enzweg and Westweg. Highlights of the loop: - Idyllic and...

Family-friendly, idyllic circular route through Dillweißenstein, Baden-Württemberg. This family-friendly tour is a testament to the Middle Ages. Along the slopes of the Nagold Valley, you pass three mystical castle ruins and through the beautiful rafting village of Dillweißenstein. Here you will also pass one or the other arched and stone bridge. Again and again, there are views over the Nagold and the city while the route leads past idyllic gardens and small wooded paths. Highlights of the...

Popular, relaxed circular route in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. Traces of the former use as a military training area can often still be found on this relaxing loop: small embankments, ditches and tracks bear witness to the earlier disturbance of nature, but still contribute to the diversity of the landscape of the nature reserve. A short but varied circular route. The Seehaus lake is idyllic with the Seehaus restaurant, a beer garden and the sculpture trail. There is a car park in...

This route starts in the south of Pforzheim in Südstadt. It follows the Seehauspfad all the way. The Seehauspfad leads through the forest to Seehaus. There is a beer garden and a lake in Seehaus. It's a lovely day hike to walk through the forest, visit the beer garden and then take the same route or the bus back!

Idyllic, child-friendly circuit in Pforzheim, Baden-Württemberg. This circular route follows the banks of the River Enz on both sides. Again and again you have wonderful views over the river. There are children's playgrounds and numerous opportunities to take a break in the Enzauenpark. Highlights of the loop: - View of the Enz - Enzauen - Varied

Nature 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. Highlights: -The golden town of Pforzheim -The Kappelhof site -Numerous museums -The Liebeneck ruins -Ruine Steinegg -Stauferburg Castle -Planet nature trail Bad Liebenzell

This short loop explores the forests south of Pforzheim. It starts near the Huchenfeld district. The route starts at Erzkopfsträssle, then to Erzkopfpfad. It then turns into the Würmtalweg, which leads along the Würm to the Auerbach monument. From there it goes back to the starting point.

Family-friendly excursion to Pforzheim Wildlife Park, Baden-Württemberg. Pforzheim Wildlife Park is a place for the whole family, but promises an unforgettable day out for children in particular: goats, alpacas and llamas can be visited in the petting zoo, there are adventure playgrounds, a forest climbing garden and sauerbraten in the Wildparkstüble can be enjoyed. The nature education centre with aquarium, paladium and various exhibitions is open on Sundays and public holidays (also on...