Traveling on foot
The premier hiking destination - Northern Black Forest
Discover the beauty of the Northern Black Forest in a unique way – through hiking! For us, hiking isn't just an activity, it's a passion. We are proud that our region has been awarded the title of "Quality Region Hiking Germany" by the German Hiking Association.
Immerse yourself in over 1400 kilometers of uniformly marked and diverse hiking trails, just waiting to be explored. Here, in the heart of the Northern Black Forest, breathtaking natural scenery awaits you, ready to awaken your senses. This award is not only a confirmation of the quality of our trails, but also a promise of unforgettable hiking moments.
Whether you're a leisurely stroller or an experienced hiker – you'll find the perfect trail here. The dense forests, picturesque landscapes, and clear air create an atmosphere that will transport you to another world.
Here in the Northern Black Forest, hiking becomes an unparalleled experience. Come and discover the magic of nature – it's time to hike!
Survey on hiking experiences in the Northern Black Forest
Every year, Ostfalia University of Applied Sciences conducts a survey in cooperation with hiking regions across Germany regarding hiking preferences. We would be delighted if you participated and shared your experiences from our region in the survey. Our goal is to offer you the best hiking experience.
10 reasons for hiking in the quality region of Hiking in Germany
- About 1400 km marked trail network with the rhombus
- 20 Top Tours, promising the best hiking experience
- The Black Forest Association as a reliable partner who expands and maintains the uniformly marked paths
- 5 boot trips, which lead through the Northern Black Forest in three stages each
- Dedicated quality hosts, which are geared towards hikers
- Black Forest Guides and Heckengäu guide with exciting tour offers
- Hiking experts at tourist information offices and at quality accommodation providers
- Hiking restaurants with regional dishes
- Our region offers varied Walking holidays over several days
- As Sustainable Destination We are committed to environmentally friendly tourism and the protection of our most valuable resource.
bwegt hiking trails in the region
Hiking and local transport go perfectly together: those who travel by train to their hiking tour are not only doing themselves a favor, but also the climate. All bwegt hiking trails are certified routes that you can easily reach by bus and/or train. Instead of following a loop from trailhead to trailhead, they take you on a linear tour from stop to stop. The routes can be identified nationwide by the "bwegt hiking trail" seal.
With a ticket in the bwtarif system, you can return to the start of the tour or head straight home: bwegt.de/bwtarif
The quality hiking region Northern Black Forest
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Hiking in the "Quality Region Hiking in Germany" means welcome to hiking paradise!
The Black Forest is Germany's largest contiguous low mountain range, and its evergreen fir forests are world-renowned. Its deep valleys with rivers and streams, and its panoramic heights, offer ideal conditions for hiking. Far away is the stress of everyday life, and with every step on our uniformly marked trails and paths, you get closer to relaxation.
Embark on a truly special and excellent hiking experience ; you will cherish it for a long time and remember the wonderful air and the soft ground beneath your feet.
Immerse yourself in the world of first-class hiking in the Northern Black Forest – a proud "Quality Region Hiking Germany". But how does one achieve this status? Our blog article gives you insight into the process of who awards this distinction and which criteria are assessed. Find out why this is important for you as a hiker and what advantages a vacation in our region offers. Stop by and discover how we earned this recognition!
If you're feeling the urge to hike and your hiking boots are already packed, our hiking booklet is just what you need. With 20 carefully selected top tours, it's the ideal pocket-sized companion for your hiking holiday in the Northern Black Forest. Find your next adventure and let yourself be enchanted by the diversity of our landscape!
Hiking holiday in the Black Forest
A hiking holiday in the Black Forest is the epitome of pure nature experiences, hiking pleasure and plenty of adventure! Far from the high Black Forest and the Feldberg, you will find a pristine landscape, diverse routes and secluded paths – perfect for your next trip to the Black Forest and for relaxing days in one of the most beautiful natural regions in Germany.
All-round hiking service in the Black Forest
Our natural environment is unique and therefore worth protecting. Our hiking trails range from challenging to leisurely. Our hotels are geared towards hikers . Our hiking offerings are diverse and varied. The Northern Black Forest – pure nature with plenty of warmth and hospitality! It's a true hiker's paradise that delights vacationers from near and far. It's no wonder the Northern Black Forest is considered one of the best hiking regions in all of Germany . Traveling to the Black Forest for hiking? Great idea! Your hotel becomes a hiking hotel, complete with numerous hiking tips, making your trip an unforgettable getaway.
Hiking tours in the Black Forest
Over 1400 kilometers of marked trails will lead you on hikes to the most beautiful spots in the region . With us, your hiking holiday in the Black Forest will be a truly exceptional experience. Whether you're looking for enchanting, almost unknown paths, guided hikes with Black Forest guides and local experts, certified hiking enjoyment on excellent trails , or panoramic views of the landscapes – our hiking trails offer you every opportunity for a diverse hiking holiday and adventurous days. And if day hikes aren't enough for you, there are three long-distance hiking trails, such as the legendary and renowned Westweg , that run through the Northern Black Forest.
Hiking holiday or wellness holiday?
In the Northern Black Forest, you can have it all . How about relaxing in a spa after a long hike, followed by culinary delights prepared by our hosts? And the next day, there are more fantastic routes, secluded paths, unique landscapes, and guided hikes to explore. After all, the best hikes are always the ones you do yourself! Sounds good? Then you should experience it for yourself. So, what are you waiting for? Head to the Northern Black Forest for a hiking holiday where you can spend your days surrounded by restorative nature.
Frequently asked questions about hiking in the Black Forest
The Northern Black Forest offers over 1.400 kilometers of signposted hiking trails. These include quality and premium trails, short circular routes, linear tours, and multi-day hiking trips. Tours lead along narrow paths to beautiful viewpoints, sometimes offering a solitary experience in the forest, or with a stop at a mountain hut. Special programs are available for families, such as adventure trails, Anni's Black Forest Secrets, and much more.
Among the most beautiful tours are the circular hiking trails, such as the Teinacher, the Water, Forest and Meadow Trail, the Aichelberg Dream Tour, Into the Lehmann Valley, the Enz Springs Trail, and many other high-quality routes. But linear tours like the Gorge Duo, the Green Infinity, and Black Forest from a Different Perspective also offer hikes off the beaten track. A good public transport network provides convenient connections back to the starting point.
The Northern Black Forest has certified hosts, the so-called "Hiking-Friendly Hosts." They offer excellent all-around service for hikers. This includes drying rooms, packed lunches for hikers, hiking advice, and a good selection of suggested tours.
Hiking with children on the adventure trails in the Northern Black Forest is fun for the whole family. Children learn almost without realizing it, experiencing nature through touch, sight, smell, and play. Tricky puzzles to solve and educational activity stations await discovery around every corner. Explore our forest and water adventure trails in the region!
Interactive play and puzzle stations delight children and adults as they work their way toward solving a puzzle. Sensory stations encourage conscious listening, understanding, feeling, and smelling – lasting impressions are guaranteed.
"Anni's Black Forest Secret" offers an interactive family hike. A backpack, which you receive before the tour, is the heart of Anni's Black Forest Secret. It's filled with numerous riddles, tasks, and clues. These puzzles must be solved one by one along an interesting trail. Another adventure awaits with the GeoTours. With their exploration tasks and research questions, they transform the topic of "rocks and geology" into an exciting outdoor experience for the whole family. The GeoTours are available in our communities. Bad Liebenzell, Dobel, Bad Herrenalb, Nagold, Wildberg, Calw, Bad Teinach-Zavelstein and Altensteig.
Our forest and water adventure trails , " Anni's Black Forest Secret " and the GeoTours offer adventure and fun for young and old; here you can all have fun and experience a great day outdoors!
A great planning tool is the "Family Experience Map" from the Northern Black Forest Tourism GmbH. This playfully designed and lovingly illustrated map offers a wealth of excursion tips for families.
