Ortenaukreis, a region in southwestern Germany, is situated between the Rhine Valley and the Black Forest. This geographical position provides a diverse landscape, featuring dense forests, rolling hills, deep valleys, and the flatter Rhine plain. The varied terrain makes Ortenaukreis suitable for several sports like hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, road cycling, and more.
Ortenaukreis offers more than 15,000 routes across several sports like hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, road cycling, and more. The region's…
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4.6
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Average rating
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4.8
(2141)
8,172
hikers
12.8km
04:23
640m
640m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
(1995)
7,699
hikers
12.4km
04:24
620m
620m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
(1176)
4,965
hikers
4.26km
01:16
120m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(968)
3,991
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
(93)
341
riders
53.1km
05:07
1,490m
1,490m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.6
(38)
231
riders
7.90km
00:58
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.8
(142)
233
riders
43.4km
04:24
1,320m
1,320m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(70)
130
riders
23.7km
02:32
760m
760m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(48)
198
riders
44.9km
03:10
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.4
(28)
135
riders
39.0km
02:38
520m
520m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.4
(23)
140
riders
29.2km
02:24
760m
760m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(31)
136
riders
38km
02:51
830m
830m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(4)
116
riders
92.2km
04:39
1,360m
1,360m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.7
(39)
605
riders
78.3km
03:47
1,030m
1,030m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.4
(58)
656
riders
56.8km
02:29
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
(60)
626
riders
57.1km
02:33
530m
530m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(1)
26
riders
75.7km
04:53
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.0
(1)
34
riders
52.5km
05:32
1,480m
1,480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

6
riders
64.3km
06:01
1,650m
1,650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
7
riders
63.0km
06:32
2,000m
2,000m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(11)
230
runners
6.51km
00:41
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(7)
206
runners
7.72km
00:49
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.8
(13)
189
runners
8.74km
00:54
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(6)
151
runners
12.8km
01:51
640m
640m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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4.8
(6)
21
hikers
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(2)
7
hikers
3.97km
01:22
140m
130m
Moderate mountaineering route. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

5.0
(4)
10
hikers
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

5.0
(2)
8
hikers
13.1km
04:31
630m
630m
Hard mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Holidays for the soul — pleasure trails in the Black Forest
Hiking Collection by
Schwarzwald Tourismus
Summer, summits and huts – varied hikes in the Black Forest
Hiking Collection by
Schwarzwald Tourismus
Discover the Black Forest on flowy trails
Mountain Biking Collection by
Nationalparkregion Schwarzwald
Nature and thrills – adventurous hiking in the Black Forest
Hiking Collection by
Schwarzwald Tourismus
Sustainable travel – hikes that you can enjoy without a car
Hiking Collection by
Schwarzwald Tourismus
The Rhine Cycle Route from Constance to Mannheim – EuroVelo 15
Cycling Collection by
Baden-Württemberg
Naturpark cycle way – 4 days through the northern Black Forest
Cycling Collection by
Baden-Württemberg
Ortenaukreis offers a wide range of outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features diverse landscapes from the Rhine Valley to the Black Forest. There are more than 15,000 routes available for exploration.
Ortenaukreis provides approximately 10,000 km of well-marked hiking trails, ranging from challenging mountain paths to informative adventure trails. Notable options include the Karlsruhe Ridge, the Boardwalk Through the Hornisgrinde Raised Bog, and the Lothar Trail. More details are available in the Hiking in the Ortenaukreis guide.
Yes, Ortenaukreis is known for its mountain biking opportunities, particularly within the Black Forest. The region offers over 150 mountain biking trails with various challenges and scenic views. The Kinzig Valley provides well-marked bike trails for different skill levels. Explore routes in the MTB Trails in the Ortenaukreis guide.
Ortenaukreis features numerous cycling routes for touring and road cycling, utilizing its varied terrain. Cyclists can find routes through vineyards, along rivers in the Rhine plain, and into the hilly Black Forest foothills. The Cycling in the Ortenaukreis guide provides further information.
Ortenaukreis offers family-friendly hiking trails suitable for various ages and abilities. These routes often feature accessible paths and points of interest for children. Specific options can be found in the Family-friendly hikes in the Ortenaukreis guide.
Many trails in Ortenaukreis are suitable for hiking with dogs. It is advisable to check local regulations regarding leash laws, especially in nature protection areas. A dedicated guide for Dog-friendly hikes in the Ortenaukreis is available.
The region is characterized by the Black Forest, the Rhine Valley, and picturesque vineyards. Key natural features include the Hornisgrinde, the highest mountain in the northern Black Forest, and the Edelfrauengrab Waterfalls. The Central/North Black Forest Nature Park encompasses a significant portion of the area.
Yes, Ortenaukreis offers a selection of easy hiking trails suitable for beginners or those seeking less strenuous walks. These routes typically have gentle gradients and well-maintained paths. The Easy hikes in the Ortenaukreis guide lists suitable options.
Some hiking trails in Ortenaukreis are accessible via public transportation. Information on routes that start near bus stations is available to facilitate car-free access. Consult the Hikes from bus stations in the Ortenaukreis guide for specific details.
Outdoor activities in Ortenaukreis have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from more than 2.2 million visitors who have explored the region's routes.
Official information about the Ortenaukreis district administration is available on their website. The official website is www.ortenaukreis.de. For tourism-specific inquiries, a dedicated phone number is +49 781 805 1727.

