Hochschwarzwald, a region in Germany's Black Forest, is characterized by its diverse natural landscapes, including pristine forests, green pastures, and clear lakes. Located approximately 30 kilometers east of Freiburg and close to the borders of France and Switzerland, the area features the Feldberg mountain, several lakes like Titisee and Schluchsee, and dramatic gorges such as the Wutach Gorge. This varied terrain makes Hochschwarzwald an ideal destination for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
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4.8
(3758)
13,778
hikers
13.3km
04:19
500m
500m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
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13,342
hikers
12.5km
04:06
480m
480m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.8
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10,456
hikers
9.83km
03:01
210m
210m
Hard hike. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

4.8
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8,839
hikers
13.0km
03:38
250m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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4,532
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17.9km
01:22
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230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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26.6km
01:40
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200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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66.5km
04:51
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820m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.3km
01:27
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360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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4,024
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50.9km
02:47
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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03:41
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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1,468
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01:55
640m
640m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.8
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riders
109km
05:24
1,300m
1,300m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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706
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27.2km
01:57
360m
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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03:04
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1,050m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.6
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66.0km
05:57
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Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.3
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39.4km
03:16
550m
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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36.1km
02:54
670m
670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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103
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41.9km
03:22
780m
780m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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39.9km
03:49
1,130m
1,130m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.4
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1,770
runners
7.83km
00:49
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
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315
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.4
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172
runners
18.3km
02:16
580m
580m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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29
hikers
10.5km
03:04
300m
300m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
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15.4km
05:54
990m
990m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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03:03
350m
350m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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16
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7.88km
02:21
200m
200m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.
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Holidays for the soul — pleasure trails in the Black Forest
Hiking Collection by
Schwarzwald Tourismus
Sustainable travel – hikes that you can enjoy without a car
Hiking Collection by
Schwarzwald Tourismus
Nature and thrills – adventurous hiking in the Black Forest
Hiking Collection by
Schwarzwald Tourismus
Summer, summits and huts – varied hikes in the Black Forest
Hiking Collection by
Schwarzwald Tourismus
The Rhine Cycle Route from Constance to Mannheim – EuroVelo 15
Cycling Collection by
Baden-Württemberg
Hochschwarzwald offers a wide range of outdoor activities including Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, and Mountain biking. The region features over 14,000 routes for various sports. These routes have been explored by more than 3.8 million visitors.
Yes, Hochschwarzwald provides an extensive network of over 2,175 kilometers of hiking trails, ranging from easy strolls to challenging premium routes. Specific guides are available for different difficulty levels, such as Hiking in the Hochschwarzwald and Easy hikes in the Hochschwarzwald.
The Hochschwarzwald caters to diverse cycling interests, including leisurely family tours, challenging road cycling, and thrilling mountain biking. Routes like the 'Three Seen-Cycle path' and the 'Black Forest Highlands summit trail' are notable. More information can be found in the Cycling in the Hochschwarzwald guide.
Yes, Hochschwarzwald offers mountain biking routes of varying difficulty, including advanced trails with significant elevation changes and technical sections. Dedicated bike parks like Downhill Park Todtnau are also present. Explore options through the MTB Trails in the Hochschwarzwald guide.
Key natural features include the Feldberg Mountain, which is the highest in the Black Forest, and several picturesque lakes such as Titisee and Schluchsee. The region also features dramatic gorges like Wutach Gorge and impressive waterfalls like Todtnau Waterfalls.
Feldberg Mountain is the highest peak in Hochschwarzwald and the entire Black Forest, standing at 4,898 feet (1,493 meters). It offers extensive panoramic views that can reach the Alps and the Vosges mountains on clear days.
Hochschwarzwald offers numerous options suitable for families, including easy hiking trails and leisurely cycling routes. A dedicated resource for planning family outings is the Family-friendly hikes in the Hochschwarzwald guide.
Yes, many trails in Hochschwarzwald are accessible via public transport. There are specific guides available to help plan routes that start from bus stations. Refer to the Hikes from bus stations in the Hochschwarzwald guide for more details.
Hochschwarzwald is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 3.8 million visitors having explored its routes. The region features over 14,000 routes across various sports, holding an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 stars from users.
Komoot offers several guides for Hochschwarzwald, including Hiking in the Hochschwarzwald, Cycling in the Hochschwarzwald, and MTB Trails in the Hochschwarzwald. Other guides cover family-friendly hikes, waterfall hikes, and routes from bus stations.
The official website for Hochschwarzwald Tourismus GmbH is hochschwarzwald.de. For direct inquiries, the phone number is +49 (0)7652/1206 0.
Yes, Hochschwarzwald features several waterfalls, including the Todtnau Waterfalls, which are among Germany's largest natural waterfalls. A dedicated guide, Waterfall hikes in the Hochschwarzwald, provides routes to explore these natural spectacles.

