Best strenuous trails in Baden-Wuerttemberg

This challenging circular route through the Ortenau region shows the dramatic transition from sun-drenched vineyards to the deep, dark forests of the Central Black Forest. From the wine village of Durbach, the trail leads to the rugged heights of the Moos. The route leads steadily uphill on well-maintained forest tracks and narrow forest paths. The Mooskopf 871m is known for the Moosturm, a historic lookout tower dating from 1890, which offers a panoramic view over the Rhine Valley as far as...

From the medieval alleyways of Oettingen to the gentle Alpine foothills near Buchenberg, this spiritual journey follows the historic Bavarian-Swabian Way of St James. The route begins at the bronze pilgrim statue in Oettingen and crosses the unique landscape of the Nördlinger Ries, one of the best-preserved meteorite craters in the world. Hikers experience a diverse change in landscape from the limestone plateaus of the Swabian Alb to the lush, higher mountain meadows of the Allgäu....

Panoramic, extended road bike tour up the Grand Ballon. The route runs through Alsace, on minor roads and with a beautiful ascent to the Grand Ballon. Route: Badenweiler - Neuchâtel - Grand Ballon - Fessenheim - Heitersheim.

This extensive circular tour connects Lörrach with the Feldberg, the highest peak in the Black Forest. The trail follows the Wiesental valley and leads steadily uphill through dense spruce forests to the summit. Historically, this region was a centre of the early textile industry and the route follows paths that were once used by foresters and miners. The Bismarck monument on the Seebuck and views of the Swiss Alps are among the striking points. The journey requires a high level of physical...

Very nice route. Short gravel road (approx. 300m) on the ascent to Wachenheim Castle. Note: The stretch between Frankeneck and Johanniskreuzt is closed to motorcyclists on weekends and public holidays.

Official route of the cycling marathon organised by RSV Victoria Rot 1912 e.V. This route follows the route of the cycling marathon to the Löwensteiner mountains, an extreme endurance event. Designed for racing bikes, this represents a considerable endurance test. The route is almost entirely tarmac and takes cyclists from the Kraichgau region into the challenging, hilly climbs of the Swabian-Franconian Forest Nature Park. The profile is relentless and consists of steep climbs and winding...