Best long trails in Black Forest
The Black Forest is a large, mountainous forest area in Baden-Württemberg. The region is known for its many hiking and mountain biking trails. The region is also home to beautiful lakes such as the Titisee and the Schluchsee. There are many long distance hiking trails that cross through the forest, such as the Westweg and Mittelweg. In the northern part of the forest lies the Black Forest National Park, which was introduced in 2014.
Top trails
- Moderate·8.6 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrStarting near the historic UNESCO World Heritage site of Maulbronn Monastery, this scenic loop connects cultural monuments with tranquil waterside nature. The path leads past ancient monastic fishponds created by Cistercian monks in the Middle Ages to manage local aquaculture. Continuing along soft forest tracks and paved farm paths, visitors reach the Aalkistensee, a protected nature reserve known as a haven for migratory waterfowl and rare amphibians. The return leg winds through peaceful...
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