Best trails near Schauinsland
4.4(327 reviews)
Want to check out Schauinsland from the trail? Good news: 14 trails will get you there, including camping and hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 14 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Schauinsland are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.5 (111)·Hard·8.7 mi·Est. 5.5–6.5 hrPopular, panoramic loop in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This loop begins in Horben and leads to the local mountain of Freiburg im Breisgau, the Schauinsland. With its limitless views, this mountain lives up to its name. Characterized by a diverse landscape, with two beautiful ponds, a quarry and the particularly attractive Kerbacher Loch gorge with its picturesque stream, this area has a lot to offer. If you want to make the way easier, you can take the cable car from the starting...
- 4.4 (78)·Moderate·3.6 mi·Est. 2–2.5 hrPanoramic, alpine circular route in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. Although this circular route is rather short, it feels more like an alpine hike due to the surroundings. It leads along mountainous paths to the Schauinsland museum mine and along various viewpoints. The route then returns to Hofsgrund via the Schauinsland cable car mountain station. The start is at the Sport Rees car park. There is also a bus to the bus stop of the same name. It is possible to stop for refreshments at...
- 4.7 (36)·Moderate·6 mi·Est. 3–3.5 hrPanoramic loop in the Black Forest. The hike leads through a sunny meadow and pasture landscape and offers great panoramic views time and again. The start is at the parking lot very close to the "Hofgrund Sport Rees" bus stop. There are refreshment stops and information boards along the way. Highlights: - Schauinsland tower - beautiful views
- 4.6 (26)·Moderate·1.7 mi·Est. 0.5–1 hrBeautiful and short tour near Freiburg, Baden-Württemberg. A short but lovely hike up to Freiburg im Breisgau's local mountain - the Schauinsland ("Look-into-the-country")with its viewing tower. Mining was carried out here for over 700 years and today it is a popular excursion destination. Mont Blanc can also be seen from the lookout tower! The starting point is at the car park in Schauinslandstraße. There is a restaurant at the top station of the Schauinslandstraße. Highlights: -...
- 4.6 (38)·Hard·8.8 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrDemanding, worthwhile hiking route through the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This demanding route offers quite a bit of incline, but rewards you in between and at the end with fantastic views of the Black Forest. There are numerous places to stop off at the starting point in Freiburg. Parking spaces are available and it is possible to arrive by train (Freiburg-Wiehre stop). The route is very well maintained and well marked throughout. The steep climbs require a certain level of...
- 4.7 (3)·Moderate·10.6 mi·Est. 5.5–6 hrThe first section of the route does not have a bike path. Only after the turn-off to Hofsgrund does it become quieter - and the landscape much more beautiful. You now drive over 6 kilometers through a beautiful high valley with still up to 10-12 percent gradients. It goes up crisp. Shortly before the goal, the road flows for the last 2 kilometers to the Schauinsland, which you can reach quite unspectacularly in the forest. Only a 10-minute walk to the observation tower will let you stand on...
- 4.9 (6)·Hard·8.2 mi·Est. 5–5.5 hrUnique, exciting running route in the Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg. This demanding running route leads through the unique nature of the Black Forest. You can go high on natural and almost alpine paths. The effort is rewarded with fantastic views. Highlights of the route: - Breathtaking nature - Incredible prospects - Unique landscape
Frequently asked questions
What are the different types of hiking trails near Schauinsland?
There are plenty of things to do on hiking trails near Schauinsland. On AllTrails.com, you'll find 6 hiking trails, and more.
Where is the best place to hike near Schauinsland?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Schauinsland is Schauinsland Loop, which has a 4.5 star rating from 111 reviews. This trail is 8.7 mi long with an elevation gain of 2,801 ft.
What is the longest trail near Schauinsland?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Schauinsland is Feldberg Schauinsland. This trail is estimated to be 33.0 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Schauinsland?
Schauinsland: With an ascent of 6,410 ft, Feldberg Schauinsland has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Laitschenbacher Kopf und Schauinsland ab Etzenbach with 5,344 ft of elevation gain.
What is the most popular and difficult trail near Schauinsland?
The most popular and difficult trail near Schauinsland is Schauinsland Loop with a 4.5-star rating from 111 reviews.