Best trails near Kandel
4.6(59 reviews)
Kandel: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 9 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Kandel: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 8 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Kandel are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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- 4.2 (15)·Hard·10.8 km·Est. 4–4.5 hrNature and panoramic section of the ZweiTälerSteig long-distance hiking trail A varied hike with numerous cultural and nature-related sights. The trail leads through forests and valleys, past outstanding views and along idyllic streams. This trail is accessible by train and bus. Highlights: -Schwarzenburg -Thomashütte -View into the Glottertal valley -Candel
- 4.4 (18)·Moderate·4.3 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrExciting, panoramic circular route near Sankt Peter, Baden-Württemberg. A short but challenging circular route that leads along stony paths to the Großer Kandelfelsen. The rock is well known in the Black Forest with many different climbing routes. Climbing enthusiasts can climb here with their own equipment. Sure-footedness is a prerequisite for the circular route. Along the way, there are always marvellous panoramic views. The starting point can be reached by bus and train and there are...
- 4.9 (7)·Hard·18.8 km·Est. 7–7.5 hrThis panoramic and challenging circular hike leads from the deep Glottertal valley up to the ridges of the southern Black Forest. The trail opens up the sunny steep slopes of the wine-growing region and leads up to the Gullerkopf (933 m) and the popular Gummenhütte (Fensterli-Wirt). The route follows a varied mix of steep forest paths, forest roads and scenic high-altitude trails, offering spectacular views over the Rhine Valley to the Vosges mountains and the striking Kandel peak. Due to the...
- 4.7 (4)·Easy·2.1 km·Est. 0.5–1 hrBeautiful Kandel circular route in the Southern Black Forest Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg This beautiful route runs between Stecklebächle and Kandelbächle. The start is at the caravan park, not far from the Kandelhotel. The route heads west and up the Kandel, Waldkirch's local mountain. It is the highest mountain in the southern Black Forest and in modern times was also known as the Blocksberg of the Black Forest - the lower Elz Valley was one of the centres of witch hunts. Beautiful...
- 4.0 (4)·Hard·10 kmAscending from the lush vineyards of Glottertal to the summit of the Kandel, this mountain route traverses scenic Black Forest countryside. The trail begins in the sunlit valley floor and climbs past historic chapel stops before entering deep pine and fir woodlands. Along the way, rocky vantage points like the Kleiner Kandelfelsen offer views stretching across the Rhine Plain toward the Vosges mountains. Historic traces of medieval silver mining and ancient water canals lie hidden within the...
- 4.6 (5)·Hard·19 km·Est. 7.5–8 hrScenic, picturesque hiking route in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. The route leads through the idyllic Black Forest on natural paths up to the Kandel. After the strenuous ascent, you can stop for refreshments and enjoy fantastic views of the landscape. The start and end points can be reached by bus and train. Highlights of the hike: - View from the Kandel - Refreshment stops - Idyllic Black Forest landscape
- 5.0 (2)·Hard·43.1 km·Est. 13.5–15 hrPopular mountain bike tour in the Southern Black Forest Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This MTB tour, which is over 40 kilometres long, begins with a steep climb that stretches for around 10 kilometres. The highest point of the tour is reached at the Gummenhütte. Here you can either stop for refreshments or start the more relaxed part of the tour. Highlights of the tour: - Glottertal - Gummenhütte - St Peter - Langeck
- Hard·32.7 km·Est. 11.5–12.5 hrChallenging hike in the Southern Black Forest Nature Park, Baden-Württemberg. This challenging 32 km hike leads from west to east through the southern Black Forest. After around 2 km of leisurely walking, the moderate but constant ascent to Kandel begins. Once the highest point of the hike is reached, the route takes a more leisurely pace towards Furtwangen. Due to the distance and the metres in altitude to be covered, you should be in good physical condition and bring sturdy hiking...
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Kandel?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Kandel. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Kandel?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Kandel is Zweitälersteig Etappe 1: Waldkirch bis Kandel, which has a 4.2 star rating from 15 reviews. This trail is 10.8 km long with an elevation gain of 1,021 m.
What is the longest trail near Kandel?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Kandel is Glottertal - Sankt Peter - Schlosshäuser. This trail is estimated to be 43.1 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Kandel?
Kandel: With an ascent of 1,922 m, Denzlingen - Kandel - Furtwangen has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Glottertal - Sankt Peter - Schlosshäuser with 1,657 m of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Kandel?
The most popular and difficult trail near Kandel is Zweitälersteig Etappe 1: Waldkirch bis Kandel with a 4.2-star rating from 15 reviews.
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- Siensbachtal
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- Ruine Schwarzenburg
- Schwarzenberghütte
- Hessfelsen
- Sinnesweg
- Suggental
- Kastelburg
- Schwarzenburg
- Altersbachtal
- Großer Kandelfelsen
- Silberbergwerk Suggental
- ehem. Kirche St. Martin
- Härterer Felsen
- Tall fir
- Löschwasserteich
- Suggentaler Wasserfall
- Wohnmobilstellplatz Bergwelt Kandel
- Essbare Stadt Waldkirch: Mit-Mach-Garten
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