Schönau im Schwarzwald - Belchenflue - Basel
70.4miLength
8,713ftElevation gain
Point to point
Demanding racing bike route between the Black Forest and Basel
This is a scenic, but very exhausting road bike tour in the border area between France, Germany and Switzerland. The route proposed here from Schönau in the Black Forest to Basel partly follows the course of the well-known "Belchen³" cycle race, but only passes one of the notorious "Three Belchen".
There are places to stay and stop for a break. You pass a few train stations, so the route can be shortened if necessary.
Highlights of the route:
- wonderful views of the Black Forest
- Wiesental
- Rheinfeld (Baden)
- Belchenflue in Switzerland (1,099 m)
- Bike path along the Frenke
- Liestal
- Basel
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What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Experience this 70.4-mile point-to-point trail near Fröhnd, Baden-Wuerttemberg. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for road biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.
What is the expected weather this week for Schönau im Schwarzwald - Belchenflue - Basel?
Expected weather for Schönau im Schwarzwald - Belchenflue - Basel for the next 5 days is:
- Tue, September 22 - 69 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 67 degrees/clear
- Thu, September 24 - 67 degrees/clear
- Fri, September 25 - 74 degrees/clear
- Sat, September 26 - 78 degrees/clear
Where is Schönau im Schwarzwald - Belchenflue - Basel located?
Schönau im Schwarzwald - Belchenflue - Basel is a trail located in Southern Black Forest Nature Park.
Are dogs allowed on Schönau im Schwarzwald - Belchenflue - Basel?
Dogs may be allowed on Schönau im Schwarzwald - Belchenflue - Basel. Be sure to check regulations before heading out.
Is road biking allowed at Schönau im Schwarzwald - Belchenflue - Basel?
Road biking is allowed on Schönau im Schwarzwald - Belchenflue - Basel in Southern Black Forest Nature Park.
Is Schönau im Schwarzwald - Belchenflue - Basel paved?
Yes, according to trailgoers, Schönau im Schwarzwald - Belchenflue - Basel is paved.
Are there forests at Schönau im Schwarzwald - Belchenflue - Basel?
Yes, Schönau im Schwarzwald - Belchenflue - Basel is a forest trail in Southern Black Forest Nature Park.
Are there wildflowers at Schönau im Schwarzwald - Belchenflue - Basel?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Schönau im Schwarzwald - Belchenflue - Basel, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on August 27, 2026 at 2:30 am GMT+0