Best strenuous trails in Southern Black Forest Nature Park

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...

This challenging, multi-day bike tour is an expansive loop connecting Bremgarten in Switzerland’s Aargau region with Schluchsee in Germany's Black Forest Highlands. Due to the extreme distance, substantial daily mileage, and sustained, steep climbs across the high country, the route demands elite physical endurance. The journey is not for the unprepared, as sections of the loop run directly alongside busy main roads, presenting a significant traffic hazard. Furthermore, poor wayfinding is...