Best backpacking trails in Baden-Baden

This route is stage 1 of the Panoramaweg Baden-Baden, a long-distance trail in the Black Forest. This section starts at the Kurhaus and ends at the lower station of the Merkur Funicular (MerkurBergbahn). The path leads from the historic old town up to the New Castle and continues to the ruins of Hohenbaden Old Castle. Highlights include the spectacular panoramas along the Battert rocks, the Ritterplatte, and the Teufelskanzel (Devil's Pulpit), offering views over the Rhine Valley. Overnight...

This route is stage 3 of the Panoramaweg Baden-Baden, a long-distance trail in the Black Forest. This segment starts at the Forellenhof in Oberbeuern and ends at the Geroldsauer Mühle. As the longest stage, the path leads through shaded forests and across mountain meadows offering expansive views of the Grobbach Valley. A major highlight is the Geroldsau Waterfall, after which the trail passes the Bütthof forest inn and finishes at the impressive Geroldsauer Mühle. Overnight stays are...

This route is stage 2 of the Panoramaweg Baden-Baden, a long-distance trail in the Black Forest. This segment starts at the Merkur Funicular (MerkurBergbahn) and ends at the Forellenhof in Oberbeuern. The path leads through idyllic orchards, past the historic Lichtenthal Abbey, and to the Mary Chapel in the Gaisbach Valley. Highlights include views of the Black Forest peaks and encounters with Highland cattle at local wildlife enclosures. Overnight stays are available at the Waldhotel...

This route is stage 4 of the Baden-Baden Panorama Trail, which circles the spa town in the Black Forest. The section begins at Geroldsauer Mühle and ends at the Kurhaus in the city center. The trail leads from the Geroldsauer Mühle up to the Louisfelsen, offering a sweeping panoramic view of the city. Hikers pass the Waldhaus Batschari and the lookout points at the Korbmattfelsen before the path descends to the Waldsee. The route continues through the Rosenneuheitengarten on the Beutig and...

Culturally rich section of the Ortenauer Weinpfad long-distance hiking trail On the hike, which is surrounded by nature, hikers can look forward to numerous views and historical spots. The route offers no shortage of refreshment stops and can be reached by train and bus. Highlights: Stourdza Chapel -Forest lakes -Josefskapelle - Yburg castle ruins -Fatima Chapel -Memorial “La Salette”