Best trails near Glottertal
4.4(61 reviews)
Glottertal: This area is best seen from the trail. Good news: 8 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. Glottertal: Looking for a challenge? Choose from 8 more difficult routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Glottertal are perfect for walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.3 (33)·Moderate·5.3 km·Est. 1.5–2 hrEnchanting, idyllic circular hike in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This beautiful loop leads through quiet forests and along small bodies of water. There are always fantastic views of the picturesque Glottertal valley with its fields, meadows and vineyards. In Unterglottertal there are refreshment stops and public transport connections. Highlights of the tour: - Picturesque nature - Idyllic landscape - Beautiful views
- 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...
- 4.0 (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...
- 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
- 5.0 (2)·Moderate·10.5 km·Est. 3.5–4 hrWinding through the countryside of Oberglottertal, this circuit combines local history with scenic landscape views. Fine gravel tracks and easy forest trails lead up to higher valley edges, passing traditional Black Forest farmsteads and steep vineyard terraces along the Winzerpfad. Information boards along parts of the route share stories about the region's historic mining heritage and the famous Glotterbad sanatorium. The route offers a relaxed stroll through open pastures and shaded woods,...
- 4.0 (1)·Moderate·6.1 km·Est. 2–2.5 hrExploring the sunny hillsides of Glottertal, this loop route combines quiet woodland stretches with wide vistas over one of Germany's highest wine-growing regions. Starting in the village, the path ascends through pine woods before descending along historic vineyards and hillside pastures. Benches along the trail offer peaceful places to admire the surrounding valley landscape. Comfortable footwear with good grip makes navigating the gravel roads and gentle slopes smooth and pleasant.
- 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 Glottertal?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Glottertal. On AllTrails.com/en-gb/, you'll find 7 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Glottertal?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Glottertal is Zum Unteren Fuchsfelsen im Glottertal, which has a 4.3 star rating from 33 reviews. This trail is 5.3 km long with an elevation gain of 236 m.
What is the longest trail near Glottertal?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Glottertal is Glottertal - Sankt Peter - Schlosshäuser. This trail is estimated to be 43.1 km long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Glottertal?
Glottertal: 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 Glottertal?
The most popular and difficult trail near Glottertal is Glottertal - Gullerkopf - Gummenhütte with a 4.9-star rating from 7 reviews.