Best forest trails in Biosphärengebiet Schwarzwald

Popular circular hiking trail near Todtnau, Baden-Württemberg. This circular route leads to one of the highest natural waterfalls in Baden-Württemberg. The short but idyllic circular hike guides along picturesque meadow paths to the Todtnauer waterfall, the church of St. Johannes Baptiste and the glass-blowers court in Aftersteg. There are always fantastic views along the way. Highlights of the hike: - Chapel of Saint Anna - Waterfall - Glassblowing courtyard

An impressive hike that offers not only the natural spectacle of the roaring Todtnau Waterfalls, but also a real thrill on the ‘Blackforestline’ suspension bridge. For a fee, you can start the walk from the car park.

Multifaceted, certified premium hiking trail in the southern Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This route is a Black Forest gourmet trail. In 2020 it was voted the most beautiful hiking trail in Germany. One reason for this are the unique all-round views that are offered from the top of the fourth highest mountain in the Black Forest, the Belchen. From the snow-covered Swiss Alps, the view sweeps over the Black Forest region and the surrounding Black Forest mountains, to the Rhine plain and...

Spectacular high Black Forest gourmet path, Baden-Württemberg This route is a certified premium hiking trail that leads to the impressive Menzenschwander waterfalls. This hike through the Black Forest leads through idyllic heathland, pastures and meadows, as well as some typical old Black Forest farms, whose cattle graze the landscape in a natural way (if you prick up your ears, you can hear the sound of goat bells wafting through the landscape). The route begins at the Mösle hiking car park...

Popular, picturesque circular hike in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This popular hike leads directly around the Schluchsee lake, past the Amalienruhe with its stunning views and numerous small stretches of beach. If the weather is fine, you can take a few short breaks and go for a swim. The route leads along quiet, unspoilt paths surrounded by native woodland. Part of the route runs alongside a busy road. Highlights of the circular route: - Views over the Schluchsee - Black Forest...

Popular, panoramic circular hiking trail in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This circular route begins in Horben and leads to the local mountain of Freiburg im Breisgau, the Schauinsland. With its limitless views, this mountain lives up to its name. Characterized by a diverse landscape, with two beautiful ponds, a quarry and the particularly attractive Kerbacher Loch gorge with its picturesque stream, this area has a lot to offer. If you want to make the way easier, you can take the...

Panoramic, idyllic circular route in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. The route on the Belchen is characterized in particular by the grandiose views. It leads through beautiful mountain forests, along small bubbling streams and across open meadows. It starts at the valley station of the Belchen cable car. There is a car park here and the Belchenbahn bus stop for those arriving by public transport. There is a restaurant and toilets at the mountain station of the Belchen cable car. Part...

Impressive scenic hiking trail through the Nonnenmattweiher nature reserve near Hinterheubronn in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. The hike is easily accessible by bus and train (Haldenhof bus stop) and is ideal for a day trip from Freiburg im Breisgau. For those travelling by car, there are parking facilities at the starting point. The hiking trail starts at the Haldenhof car park in Hinterheubronn. It then leads along atmospheric forest and alpine paths in a southerly direction around...

Short circular route with fantastic views in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful circular route is relatively short, but has some climbs and elevation gain. From the Pension Birkenhof inn through the remote Black Forest valley you go to the gorge with a view of the picturesque Menzenschwander waterfalls. Then it goes uphill for a while and finally follows the Oberer Grossbach back to the starting point. From May to October, the waterfalls can be admired with lighting every...

Panoramic, alpine circular route in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. Although this circular route is rather short, it feels more like an alpine hike due to the surroundings. It leads along mountainous paths to the Schauinsland museum mine and along various viewpoints. The route then returns to Hofsgrund via the Schauinsland cable car mountain station. The start is at the Sport Rees car park. There is also a bus to the bus stop of the same name. It is possible to stop for refreshments at...