Westweg Stage 10 West: Hinterzarten - Wiedener Eck

This route follows stage 10 of the Westweg, a long-distance trail from Pforzheim to Basel, beginning in Hinterzarten and ending at the Wiedener Eck. The path traverses the romantic Zartenbachtal before climbing an alpine trail past the Feldsee lake cliffs. Hikers cross the treeline to reach the 1,495-meter Feldberg summit, which rewards them with panoramic views stretching from the Voges mountains to the Alps. The trail then descends past the St. Wilhelmer Hütte, follows the Stübenwasen ridge line, and crosses the Notschrei pass to reach the Wiedener Eck. Overnight stays are accommodated in local guesthouses and alpine lodges like the St. Wilhelmer Hütte or accommodations at the Wiedener Eck, as wild camping is strictly prohibited in the national park. Hikers must pack a reliable water filter to treat surface water from natural springs between stations. Both trailheads are accessible via public transit networks, including regional trains at Hinterzarten station and local bus connections at the Wiedener Eck, with route schedules available at https://www.bahn.de. The Westweg is a long-distance trail from Pforzheim to Basel, which is typically completed in 12 stages.