Cycling in Schwarzwald

Quiet country lanes; unspoiled natural beauty; medieval towns; gentle terrain. If all that appeals, plan to pedal the Southern Black Forest Cycle Route (Südschwarzwald Radweg). The 4* rating for this circular tour reflects the variety offered by its 270 km / 170 miles. As ever, the bike path is clearly signposted, as it passes through the farms, woodlands and hills of the Southern Black Forest Nature Park, Germany's largest. A bonus is popping in and out of France and Switzerland! Start in Hinterzarten and head for beautiful Titisee Lake and the impressive Wutach Gorge. Stop at farmer’s markets and traditional Black Forest farmhouses to sample seasonal fresh fruit and vegetables, honey, loaves of bread from wood-fired ovens, sausages and cheese. Or ride the historic Wutach Valley Railroad, nicknamed the Sauschwänzle Railroad, because it twists and turns like a pig’s tail! As you cycle along the River Rhine, cross over to the Swiss city of Basel. Back in Germany, the route cuts through the Markgräflerland vineyards, dotted with spa resorts, on its way to Freiburg, one of Europe’s greenest and most cycle-friendly cities. In Himmelreich, put your bike on a train and enjoy the scenic run through the wild and romantic Höllental valley (Hell's Valley!), back up to Hinterzarten and the start of the tour. Start & finish: Hinterzarten, 2 hours southwest of Stuttgart www.suedschwarzwald-radweg.de

There’s so much more to the beautiful Black Forest than pine trees. With peaceful lakes and meadows, traditional farmhouses and small villages, as well as the freshest air, it’s a terrific place to cycle. The Black Forest Panorama Cycle Trail (Schwarzwald Panorama Radweg) has five stages that take in breath-taking scenery as well as local attractions. From north to south, the paved bike path swoops across the low mountain ranges to Waldshut-Tiengen on the Swiss border, a total of 276 km / 172 miles. From Pforzheim, famous for its jewellery-making tradition, join the Enz Valley Cycle Path on the way to the spa town of Bad Wildbad and then Enzklösterle, known for its blueberries. Each day has highlights – and Höchstberg Mountain is one. At 1,084 m / 3,550 ft high, this is the highest point on the route! The reward for the climb is the glorious vista. Alternatively, from Bad Wildbad, you can climb 300 m / 1,000 ft effortlessly, by taking the Sommerberg funicular railway. Having pedalled past lakes and through villages, the final stretch is downhill to Waldshut-Tiengen. Celebrate with authentic Black Forest Cake (real cherries, thick cream and chocolate) and cheeses, sausages and home-baked breads from local farmers. Start: Pforzheim, 1 hour west of Stuttgart. Finish: Waldshut-Tiengen, 2 hours southwest of Stuttgart www.schwarzwald-panoramaradweg.de

Der Naturpark-Radweg führt auf rund 260 Kilometern in mehreren Etappen durch die schönsten Ecken im nördlichen und mittleren Schwarzwald.

Titisee, Todtnau und Kirchzarten passiert man bei dieser überaus anstrengenden und Kräfte zehrenden MTB-Tour. "Black-Forest-Ultra-Bike" ist ein MTB-Wettkampf, bei dem diese Runde zur Challenge ausgewiesen wurde. Wer diese Herausforderung an einem Tag nicht schafft, sollte ruhigen Gewissens eine Übernachtung einplanen!

Die Kaiser-Tour ist eine anspruchsvolle Tour, bei der Sie den Kaiserstuhl auf halber Höhe umrunden.

 Gemütlich mit dem Rad auf der historischen Bahntrasse.  

Durch urige Schwarzwalddörfer hinauf zum Blauen mit traumhafter Aussicht bis zu den Alpen.

Von Sulz ausgehend, führt diese Tour entlang des Neckars nach Aistaig, dann aus dem Neckartal aufsteigend nach Hochmössingen und Weiden. Wieder absteigend ins Glatttal, geht es durch Hopfau und Glatt zur Mündung der Glatt in den Neckar und von dort über Fischingen im Neckartal wieder zurück nach Sulz.