Best river trails in St. Blasien
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Explore the most popular river trails near St. Blasien with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you.
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- 4.9 (37)·Hard·18.8 km·Est. 6–6.5 hrThis route follows stage 5 of the Schluchtensteig and connects St. Blasien with Todtmoos on a scenically diverse section. The hike first leads up to the Lehenkopf Tower, which offers wide views of the St. Blasien Dome, before crossing the open mountain meadows of the Hotzenwald. Special highlights include the idyllic Klosterweiher pond and the glacial high valley of Ibach with panoramic views stretching all the way to the Swiss Alps, followed by a switchback-filled descent through the...
- 4.6 (13)·Hard·19.2 km·Est. 6.5–7.5 hrPanoramic summit hike in the Upper Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. The circular trail starts in Menzenschwand. The hike leads over the mountain ranges around the village and offers unforgettable views of the Black Forest all the way to the Alps. Highlights of the hike: - Refreshment stop at the Hirschen inn - Köpfle" viewpoint - Viewpoint "2 Seen-Blick"
- 5.0 (5)·Moderate·10.8 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrScenic section of the Albsteig Black Forest long-distance hiking trail (stage 5 - east) The trail continues through the Menzenschwander Alb to the top of the pass on the Feldberg. Along the way, you will encounter magnificent natural spectacles such as the Menzenschwander waterfall and the Klusen moraine. Again and again you can see small goats grazing, which are used to maintain the landscape. Highlights of the hike: - Menzenschwander waterfall - the Feldberg (highest mountain in the Black...
- 5.0 (3)·Moderate·11.6 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrThis route follows the Domsteig, a certified premium hiking trail, and offers a varied circular walk around the spa town of St. Blasien along a stretch of stunning natural and cultural beauty. The tour begins at the Haus des Gastes in the idyllic spa gardens and leads along the Tuskulumweg to the Luisenruhe, which boasts a newly designed pavilion and a magnificent view of the cathedral. Highlights include the Windberg Waterfall, the traditional “Groll und Schmoll Bench”, a spacious wildlife...
- 4.2 (3)·Moderate·10.1 km·Est. 3–3.5 hrScenic section of the long-distance hiking trail Albsteig Schwarzwald (stage 4 - east) In St. Blasien, the Albweg splits into the east and west routes. This section, which follows the eastern route, runs from St. Blasien to Menzenschwand in the Black Forest and leads through the valley floor of the Menzenschwander Alb0 . You walk mostly on good forest paths, past a small reservoir to the Hubertusplatz. Highlights of the hike: - bottom of the Menzenschwander Alb valley - Idyllic biotope -...
- 4.7 (3)·Moderate·10.8 km·Est. 2.5–3 hrScenic section of the long-distance hiking trail Albsteig Schwarzwald (stage 4) In St. Blasien, the Albweg splits into the east and west routes. This section, which follows the western route, leads from St. Blasien to Bernau in the Black Forest through the Bernauer Alb and the Bernauer Hochtal. Shady paths, sunny fields and flowering meadows along bubbling banks characterise the landscape. Highlights of the hike: - the Bernau high valley - Sunny field paths and shady forest trails -...
- 3.0 (2)·Moderate·11.3 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrPanoramic circular hike to Schluchsee, Baden-Württemberg. This wooded loop leads from the Hochkopfhütte to the picturesque Schluchsee lake in the Upper Black Forest. It is the largest lake in the Black Forest, a popular water sports centre and has been one of the cleanest bathing lakes in Germany for years. The trail leads downhill from the Hochkopfhütte past the Bärhalde and the Kapellenkopf. Highlights: - great views - Quiet forest paths - Schluschsee bathing beach - Many camping options...
Frequently asked questions
What is the longest river trail in St. Blasien?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in St. Blasien is Gipfeltour um Menzenschwand. This trail is estimated to be 19.2 km long.
Which river trail has the most elevation gain in St. Blasien?
St. Blasien: With an ascent of 886 m, Gipfeltour um Menzenschwand has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Schluchtensteig Stage 5: St. Blasien - Todtmoos with 710 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult river trail in St. Blasien?
The most popular and difficult river trail in St. Blasien is Schluchtensteig Stage 5: St. Blasien - Todtmoos with a 4.9-star rating from 37 reviews.
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- Menzenschwander Wasserfall
- Tusculum Wasserfall
- Mittleres Albtal
- Lehenkopf
- Oberer Kriegsbach-Wasserfall
- Floriansquelle
- Spießhorn
- Kohlenmeiler
- Lehenkopfturm
- Windberg-Wasserfall
- Hochkopfhütte
- Blick ins Menzenschwander Tal
- Alb
- Fünfwegscheidhütte
- Unterer Kriegsbach-Wasserfall
- Kloster St. Blasien
- Weißenstein
- Koepfle
- Geburtshaus Winterhalter
- Feldbergblick