Best river trails in Forbach

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#1 - Westweg Stage 3: Forbach - Unterstmatt
4.3 (43)·Hard·12.3 mi·Est. 7–7.5 hr
This route is stage 3 of the Westweg, a long-distance trail from Pforzheim to Basel, beginning in Forbach and ending in Unterstmatt. The path climbs from the Murg Valley past the Maria-Hilf-Chapel and the Schwarzenbach Reservoir into the high country of the Northern Black Forest. Hikers pass the pristine Herrenwieser See nature reserve, the Badener Höhe summit with its Friedrichsturm tower, and the Hundseck area before crossing the Hochkopf moorlands to reach Unterstmatt. Overnight stays are...
#2 - Schwarzenbach Dam and Herrenwieser Lake
4.6 (35)·Moderate·7.3 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
Picturesque loop through the Black Forest Central/North Nature Park. From the FriedWald parking lot you go through the Friedwald towards the Schwarzenbachtalsperre. Activities such as swimming, fishing, windsurfing or boat rental are available here. We continue uphill through the forest, around the Herrenwieser Lake and finally back via Herrenwies. Highlights: - FriedWald Badener Höhe - Schwarzenbach Dam - Along the Seebach - Herrenwieser Lake - Saint Anthony
#3 - Schwarzenbachtalsperre zur Badener Höhe
4.5 (28)·Hard·10.4 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hr
Panoramic, worth seeing hike near Forbach, Baden-Württemberg. The tour starts at the Schwarzenbachtalsperre car park through the Black Forest Central/North Nature Park. There is also a bus stop in the immediate vicinity. The impressive dam offers opportunities for swimming, fishing and windsurfing. There is a boat rental near the dam. Highlights of the circular route: - Schwarzenbachtalsperre & dam - Herrenwieser Lake - Viewpoint Zweiseenblick - Summit Seekopf - Mountain Badener height -...
#4 - Trekking-Camp Grimbach
4.3 (12)·Hard·8 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hr
This varied hike is located in the Black Forest National Park, Baden-Württemberg. The start is at the Maria Hilf Chapel in Forbach. The route is very well signposted as it partly follows the third stage of the Westweg (red diamond). Highlights of the hike: - Schwarzenbach dam - Seahead - Seegraben - Baden height - Herrenwieser Lake
#5 - Murgleiter Etappe 3: Forbach - Schönmünzach
4.4 (9)·Hard·11.5 mi·Est. 6.5–7 hr
A scenic section of the Murgleiter long-distance hiking trail. This natural hike goes along breathtaking rock formations and leads the hike past all historical sights. This stage can be reached by train and bus. Highlights: -Historical wooden bridge -Mary Chapel Reservoir - Downpipes - Rest stops
#6 - Birket-Kirren-Rundweg
4.1 (11)·Moderate·4.3 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hr
Accessible by train / bus
#7 - Hardtkopfrundweg
4.4 (9)·Moderate·7 mi·Est. 4–4.5 hr
#8 - Bermersbacher Rundweg
4.7 (7)·Hard·11 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hr
#9 - Forbach - Schwarzenbach Talsperre - Bermersbach
4.6 (7)·Hard·13 mi·Est. 7–8 hr
Beautiful hiking and cycling route near Forbach in the Black Forest, Baden-Wuerttemberg. A wonderful, varied round tour through the idyllic landscape of the Black Forest. The circular route is suitable for cycling or hiking tours. Highlights of the route: - Forbach - Greed stones - Wooden shoe tank - Piccos hut - Badner saddle - Schwarzenbach dam - Hunter's Hole - Moated castle - chapel
#10 - Panoramarunde um Forbach
4.7 (6)·Hard·10 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the longest river trail in Forbach?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest river trail in Forbach is From Forbach to Lake Constance. This trail is estimated to be 117.9 mi long.

Which river trail has the most elevation gain in Forbach?

Forbach: With an ascent of 13,513 ft, From Forbach to Lake Constance has the most elevation gain of all of the river trails in the area. The next highest ascent for river trails is Westweg Stage 3: Forbach - Unterstmatt with 3,923 ft of elevation gain.