Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein
100% of reviewers say this trail is moderate
11.9miLength
2,824ftElevation gain
6–6.5hrEstimated time
Point to point
Idyllic hike in the Black Forest National Park, Baden-Württemberg.
The hike begins at the Schwarzenberg train station and leads to the Ruhestein nature park center. The way there is simply wonderful and leads along a picturesque landscape of water, rock, dark fir trees and bright meadows - just like the Black Forest is shown in fairy tale books. From time to time there are shelters with seating. In winter, the ski slope and the Ruhestein ski jump are interesting. There are places to stop for refreshments on site.
Highlights:
-Picturesque landscape with Bannwald
-Ruhestein ski jump
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Top sights
Huzenbacher See
Lake
Huzenbacher Seeblickhütte
Weather shelter
Seltenbach-Wasserfall
Waterfall
Huzenbacher Seeblick
Viewpoint
Eckköpfle
Peak
Überzwercherberg Hütte
Weather shelter
Überzwercher Berg
Peak
Sägmühl-Weiher
Pond
Dürrenberg
Peak
Krummebirkhütte
Weather shelter
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Frequently asked questions
What’s helpful to know about this trail?
Explore this 11.9-mile point-to-point trail near Seewald, Baden-Wuerttemberg. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 37 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
What is the expected weather this week for Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein?
Expected weather for Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein for the next 5 days is:
- Tue, September 22 - 66 degrees/clear
- Wed, September 23 - 63 degrees/drizzle
- Thu, September 24 - 66 degrees/clear
- Fri, September 25 - 73 degrees/clear
- Sat, September 26 - 78 degrees/clear
Where is Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein located?
Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein is a trail located in Black Forest National Park.
How hard is Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein?
Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein is considered a hard hike that covers 11.9 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,824 ft. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
What is the elevation gain for Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein?
Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein is considered a hard hike that covers 11.9 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,824 ft. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Hard trails usually cover longer distances, and may have long or steep climbs or more difficult obstacles.
Is Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein a point to point trail?
Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein is a point to point trail that covers 11.9 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,824 ft. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
How long is Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein?
Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein is a point to point trail that covers 11.9 mi, with an elevation gain of 2,824 ft. It takes about 6–6.5 hr to complete. Point-to-point routes have a different starting point and endpoint. The length of the trail refers to one-way travel on this route. Don't forget to plan for transportation when exploring point-to-point routes!
Are dogs allowed on Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein?
Yes, dogs are allowed on Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein, but must remain on a leash.
Are there lakes at Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein?
Yes, Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein is near Huzenbacher See.
Are there waterfalls at Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein?
Yes, Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein has a scenic view of Seltenbach-Wasserfall.
Are there scenic views at Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein?
Yes, Huzenbacher Seeblick is located on Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein.
Are there forests at Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein?
Yes, Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein is a forest trail in Black Forest National Park.
Are there wildflowers at Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein?
Yes, trailgoers have reported a variety of wildflower types on Schwarzenberg - Ruhestein, though the specific types can vary from month to month.
Last updated on September 20, 2026 at 4:14 am GMT+0