Hiking and Biking in the Black Forest (Cicerone Hiking and Biking)

Explore Germany’s Black Forest at your own pace with this friendly, all‑abilities guide to 15 day walks, 3 multi‑stage treks and 5 cycle routes across the north, central and southern regions. It’s an ideal companion for spring and autumn adventures, whether you prefer gentle forest paths, long-distance trails or scenic bike rides.

 What you can explore

The day walks cover 11–24km (7–15 miles) and take around 4–7 hours, offering everything from peaceful woodland loops to high‑ridge viewpoints. The three multi‑day treks—Schluchtensteig (120km), Zweitälersteig (108km) and Seensteig (71km)—showcase the region’s dramatic gorges, lakes and uplands. Cyclists can enjoy four shorter day rides plus the full 242km (150‑mile) Southern Black Forest Cycle Route.

What’s inside the guide

• 1:50,000 maps for each walk and 1:100,000 maps for each ride
• Insights into local geology, history and wildlife
• Practical details on facilities and public transport
• Highlights including Feldberg, Belchen, Schauinsland, Hornisgrinde and Mummelsee
• GPX files ready to download

This guide brings together the best of the Black Forest’s landscapes—deep valleys, quiet lakes, rolling hills and charming villages—making it easy to plan anything from a relaxed day out to a full multi‑day adventure.