Best partially-paved trails in Black Forest National Park
The Black Forest National Park was established in 2014 as Baden-Württemberg's first national park. At 10,062 hectares, it occupies a small part of the Black Forest Central/North Nature Park, which in turn is part of the Black Forest.
There is plenty of unspoiled nature here, idyllic, dark forests and landscapes free from human intervention. The wild heart of the Black Forest is home to many rare animal and plant species. With a bit of luck, you can discover some of them during your hikes along babbling brooks and in the fresh mountain and forest air.
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- 4.2 (61)·Moderate·7.1 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrImpressive, idyllic loop in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This wild and romantic hike takes you around the Huzenbachsee. As one of the three cirque lakes in the Black Forest National Park, the body of water arose during the last ice age. The impressive cirque walls with their spectacular rock formations rise above the lake. The lake is not suitable for swimming, but a testimony of what nature does where man does not interfere: wild activity of various birds and other animals, as well...
- 4.3 (38)·Moderate·5.9 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrThis tour through the Rotmurg Valley starts at the Ruhestein National Park Center and leads downhill through an idyllic Kerbtal valley to Obertal. The trail follows the course of the Rotmurg, which is known for its reddish-colored stones and gave the valley its name. The tour offers a wealth of flora, from moss cushions in the damp ravines to flowering foxgloves along the way. Historically, the valley was characterized by rafting and glass production, traces of which can still be found in the...
- 4.1 (24)·Moderate·6.7 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPicturesque and scenic excursion in Schönmünzach, Baden-Württemberg. The loop starts at Schönmünzach railroad station and leads through the Central/North Black Forest Nature Park to the beautiful Schurmsee Lake. It's an idyllic spot for a break and great views. The path to the lake involves a steady climb but is rewarded with stunning views and idyllic nature. Highlights: - Schurmsee - Idyllic natural landscape - Diverse flora - Beautiful views
- 4.1 (14)·Hard·11.5 mi·Est. 6–6.5 hrPopular loop in the Black Forest National Park, Baden-Württemberg. From Schönmünzach, this hike leads straight into the Black Forest National Park. The route circles the Kleinhahnberg and passes the idyllic Huzenbacher See. Sturdy shoes are recommended - some of the hiking trails are very natural and can be muddy and slippery, especially after rain. However, it is also often on fine gravel paths and partly on asphalt. There are parking spaces at the starting point and there is a train...
- 4.8 (4)·Moderate·1.2 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrRelaxed hike in the Black Forest National Park, Baden-Württemberg. This small loop leads from Sand to the idyllic Sandsee. First, the Naturfreundehausweg leads into the forest. After half a kilometer, a forest path leads to the lake, turning right. There is a restaurant near the starting point. Highlights: - Sandsee with Kneipp pool
- 4.4 (6)·Hard·22.5 mi·Est. 10.5–11.5 hrVaried mountain bike tour in the Black Forest National Park, Baden-Württemberg. This route, characterized by breathtaking nature, leads through the Black Forest National Park. The first half is fairly constant uphill, but the way back is downhill. A very special highlight is the Mummelsee, over whose northern shore the highest mountain in the northern Black Forest - the 1164 m high Hornisgrinde - towers mightily. There are also idyllic, narrow paths and a lot of raw nature. There are places...
- 4.2 (5)·Moderate·4.1 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrIdyllic loop in the Black Forest National Park, Baden-Württemberg. It starts at the car park on Schliffkopfstraße. There is also a public toilet here. Past the Forellenhof (refreshments available), the hike leads along the headwaters of the Murg, the Rechtmurg. Rechtmurg and Rotmurg unite in Obertal to form the Murg, one of the most important rivers in the Black Forest.
- 5.0 (3)·Hard·55 mi·Est. 24 hr+Forest-rich long-distance hiking trail in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg The Seensteig is one of the most beautiful German hiking trails and runs well signposted along the municipal boundaries of Baiersbronn. The stages are also easily accessible from each other by public transport. The starting point is the Baiersbronn train station. It then goes clockwise in five stages to Mitteltal, Schliffkopf, Mummelsee, Schönmünzach and back to Baiersbronn. There are always places to stop and stay...
Visitor info
The National Park Center is open from November to April: Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm and from May to October: Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 6 pm.
The National Park Center is located directly on the B500 main road, the Schwarzwaldhochstraße, and is therefore easy to reach by car and public transport.
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