Best lake trails in Baiersbronn
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- 4.6 (135)·Moderate·7.7 mi·Est. 4.5–5 hrMultifaceted, certified premium hiking trail in the Central Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This route is a gourmet trail in the Black Forest. The circular hike begins in the Sankenbach valley and then leads along the Kienbächle to the romantic Sankenbachsee. It is one of five cirque lakes that formed in the last and penultimate ice age. It continues with a moderately difficult ascent along the steep Karwand to the two-stage waterfalls up to the Kniebis, on to the Stöckerkopf. You now go...
- 4.4 (79)·Moderate·5.2 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPopular loop trail in the Black Forest Central/North Nature Park, Baden-Wuerttemberg. This is a beautiful route that includes three hiking highlights worth seeing. First you reach the "Ellbachseeblick" viewing platform, before continuing to the Ellbachsee. In the later course of the hike you pass the Sankenbach waterfalls, which fall more than 40 m in several stages. Sturdy shoes are recommended, as the path to the Ellbachseeblick can be very slippery when wet. Highlights of the hike: -...
- 4.5 (49)·Hard·12 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hrThis hike leads through the Black Forest National Park and connects the Sankenbachsee lake with the picturesque Ellbachsee lake. The tour usually starts at the Sankenbach parking lot or the chairlift parking lot in Baiersbronn. The Sankenbach waterfalls are a special experience, where visitors can open the sluice manually to let the dammed water cascade down. In the dense fir and spruce forests, you can often spot alpine newts in the waters and, with a bit of luck, the rare capercaillie. The...
- 4.3 (57)·Moderate·8.2 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrWonderful, panoramic hiking trail in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. The loop starts in Baiersbronn very close to the Baiersbronn school station and leads through the forest and along the Sankenbach stream to the idyllic Sankenbachsee lake. From here it is not far to the waterfalls. Then the descent begins, which is quite steep in places, past the Glasmännlehütte and back to the starting point. Hiking boots are definitely recommended on this tour. Highlights of the hike: - Sankenbach...
- 4.5 (50)·Moderate·7.5 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hrBeautiful, promising hiking trail in the Black Forest, Baden-Wuerttemberg. The circular hiking trail starts in Baiersbronn and leads through forest areas, first along the Sankenbach game reserve, past the Sankenbachsee to the Sankenbach waterfalls. Then the steep descent begins, past the Gruberkopf. The starting point of the hike can be easily reached by public transport. Highlights of the hike: - Sankenbach waterfalls - Sankenbachsee - waterfall hut - Gruber head
- 4.5 (30)·Moderate·6.8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrThis hike leads from the Black Forest high plateau down to one of the region's most impressive natural monuments, the Sankenbach waterfall, which cascades over a karst wall in two stages. The route starts in Kniebis. From the starting point, the trail first leads over the gentle ridges of the Kniebis before descending steeply into the Sankenbach valley. Visitors hike through dense fir and spruce forests. A particular highlight is the Sankenbachsee, an ice-age cirque lake at the foot of the...
- 4.5 (54)·Hard·9.9 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrImpressive loop in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. It goes through the Bösellbachtal and the Gutellbachtal. The effects of natural forces can be marveled at again and again on the tour: storms such as Hurricane Lothar and floods have left their mark on the wildly romantic landscape. Start is at the Tourist Information. There is also a toilet here. There is a larger parking lot nearby and also the Mitteltal Lamm bus stop. There are several nice places to stop for refreshments in...
- 4.7 (25)·Moderate·5.1 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThis hike leads to Ellbachsee, an idyllic cirque lake in the Black Forest National Park, which was formed by the powerful forces of the last ice age around 12,000 years ago. From the starting point, walk through dense coniferous forests up to the barrier-free "Ellbachseeblick" viewing platform. From the Douglas fir footbridge, you have a wide view over the lake and the Ellbach valley as far as the Hornisgrinde. Rare peat mosses and cotton grasses grow in the damp silting zones of the lake,...
- 4.5 (19)·Moderate·9.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrWooded section of the long-distance hiking trail Seensteig This hike goes through dense forest along excellent natural spots, impressive biotopes and through idyllic villages. Over mountains and valleys, this varied path offers breathtaking views and striking rocks. This stage can be reached by train and bus. Highlights: -Sankenbachsee -Sankenbach waterfall -Ellbachseeblick -Elbachtanne
- 3.9 (28)·Hard·11.2 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrScenic, popular loop in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This natural route leads along the Röter Kopf and the Hutzenbacher See. On the way you can enjoy the fantastic views of the Black Forest and the wild and romantic landscape. The idyllic streams and waterfalls add to the adventurous ambience. Due to the length, incline and nature of the path, a good level of fitness and sturdy shoes are required. The starting point is at the free Silberberg forest car park in the Huzenbach district...
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Frequently asked questions
What is the longest lake trail in Baiersbronn?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest lake trail in Baiersbronn is Murgtal-Wanderweg. This trail is estimated to be 66.4 mi long.
Which lake trail has the most elevation gain in Baiersbronn?
Baiersbronn: With an ascent of 11,361 ft, Murgtal-Wanderweg has the most elevation gain of all of the lake trails in the area. The next highest ascent for lake trails is Seensteig with 11,095 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult lake trail in Baiersbronn?
The most popular and difficult lake trail in Baiersbronn is Baiersbronner Himmelsweg: 2-Lake Tour with a 4.5-star rating from 49 reviews.
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Points of interest
- Wilder See
- Raiblesbrunnen
- Sankenbachsee
- Ellbachsee
- Sankenbachwasserfall
- Buhlbachsee
- Traubwasserfall
- Misse-Hütte
- Ellbachseeblick
- Ev. Michaelskirche
- Hornisgrindeblick
- Schwarzkopf
- Schlappdachhütte
- Huzenbacher See
- Saukohlenmeiler Kniebis
- Huzenbacher Seeblickhütte
- Seltenbach-Wasserfall
- Wildseeblick
- Langenbach
- Rosshimmel-Wasserfall