Kat Morgenstern

Hiking and Cycling in the Black Forest

Discover the Black Forest — Germany’s iconic woodland region of dense forests, rolling hills, sparkling lakes and charming villages. From panoramic hilltop trails and forested valleys to scenic cycling routes and historic towns, the Black Forest offers unforgettable scenery and a variety of walking and cycling experiences from spring through autumn. Hiking and Cycling in the Black Forest, by experienced outdoor writer Kat Morgenstern, transforms exploration of the region into a straightforward and rewarding experience. The guide presents 15 day walks, 3 multi-day treks and 5 cycle routes, catering to walkers and cyclists of all abilities and allowing you to plan outings that suit your fitness, experience, and available time. Walks range from 11–24km (7–15 miles) and treks from 71–120km and include clear, step-by-step route descriptions with 1:50,000 mapping for walking and 1:100,000 mapping for cycling, ensuring confident navigation through forests, valleys and hilltops A handy route summary table rates each walk, cycle and trek based on difficulty so that you can match your Black Forest adventure to your ability Walks and rides are based around key centres including Strasbourg, Baden-Baden, Freiburg and Basle, allowing you to plan rewarding adventures from well-located accommodation Downloadable GPX files are provided for all walks, treks and cycle routes, offering additional navigational support as you explore Germany Highlights include Feldberg, Belchen, Schauinsland, Hornisgrinde and Mummelsee as well as the Southern Black Forest Cycle Route (242 – 247 km, 4 – 5 days) Bringing together day walks, multi-day treks, and cycling adventures, this guidebook features detailed mapping, practical tips, and GPX downloads, making it the definitive companion for exploring the Black Forest on foot or by bike. For anyone seeking reliable, expertly researched guidance, it provides the tools and confidence to navigate Germany’s iconic woodland region.