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Farmhouse in the Black Forest

Black Forest – Lake Constance

Along the ,Querweg'-path from Lake Titisee to Radolfzell

8 Days / 7 Nights
Walking
Farmhouse in the Black Forest

The essentials at a glance

Explore the Black Forest to Lake Constance on well-marked trails through the dramatic Wutachschlucht gorge with waterfalls, past extinct Hegau volcanic cones, and the Schleifenbach Waterfalls. The route covers approximately 19-24 km daily over 7 walking days, requiring good fitness for up to 7-hour hikes and surefootedness for descents. Highlights include views of the Alps from Hochfirst, the 10-meter basalt columns of Blaue Stein, Hohenhewen Castle ruins, and finishing at Lake Constance in Radolfzell.

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Have you ever seen the largest low mountain lake in Germany? The Titisee in the Black Forest owes its origin to the Feldberg Glacier, whose moraines form its banks today. To get to Lake Constance, walk along the country path through romantic valleys and unspoilt forests. Passing the small village, all hard-working hikers finally head to Singen via the volcanic cone of the Hegauberge.

Finally, you will reach Lake Constance in the border triangle. In addition to Germany and Austria, Switzerland also has a share of the Lake Constance region. Once in Redolfzell, let your mind wander and look back on the last few days of hiking.

The hike leads from the ,Saiger Höhe' above the Titisee to the Hochfirst. From there you can expect a fabulous view of the lake, the Feldberg and the summits of the Austrian and Swiss Alps. Completely overwhelmed by the spectacular views you will reach the next highlight of this Eurohike hiking tour.

The Wutach Gorge and the associated nature park not only offer an exciting primeval landscape with romantic gorges, but also raging waterfalls. On day four, you leave the cross-country trail and instead hike past impressive sights: the blue stone and a group of rocks which consist of basalt columns up to ten metres high, shorten the hike.

  • The Blumberger Gate: The former riverbed between two mountains is definitely worth a visit. Once there, it is a good to take a look at the well-known ‘Sauschwänzlebahn’, a steam locomotive that roams through the landscape in numerous arches.
  • Hohenhewen Castle ruins: Remains of the castle are still preserved at 846 metres above sea level. The viewing platform build there is particularly spectacular. With a clear view, you have a view over Lake Constance and the Alps.
  • Wine pleasure at Lake Constance: Did you know, that a beautiful wine region is located at the Lake Constance? A total of six areas form the wonderful wine region.

Are you in good physical condition and can walk up to six straight hours without any problem? Then the Eurohike hiking trip from the Black Forest to Lake Constance should be manageable. The cross route runs on well-marked hiking and forest trails with short descents that require sure-footedness.

Hike to Lake Constance and discover beautiful sections of the landscape and fantastic views!

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Farmhouse in the Black Forest

Black Forest – Lake Constance

Along the Cross Trail from Lake Titisee to Radolfzell

8 Days / 7 Nights
Walking
Farmhouse in the Black Forest

The essentials at a glance

Explore the Black Forest to Lake Constance on well-marked trails through the dramatic Wutachschlucht gorge with waterfalls, past extinct Hegau volcanic cones, and the Schleifenbach Waterfalls. The route covers approximately 19-24 km daily over 7 walking days, requiring good fitness for up to 7-hour hikes and surefootedness for descents. Highlights include views of the Alps from Hochfirst, the 10-meter basalt columns of Blaue Stein, Hohenhewen Castle ruins, and finishing at Lake Constance in Radolfzell.

Do you have questions about this tour?

From the very beginning, this varied walking holiday offers many distinctive highlights. It begins at Lake Titisee, one of Germany’s largest low-mountain lakes, continues over the Hochfirst, and descends into the Wutach Gorge, which you will hike through in its entirety. The Cross Trail offers you breathtaking views of a stunning landscape featuring romantic valleys and pristine forests. Passing through small villages, the route eventually leads to Singen over the volcanic cones of the Hegau hills. Once you arrive in Radolfzell, you can relax and reflect on the past few days of hiking while enjoying the idyllic Lake Constance.

The hike leads from the ,Saiger Höhe' above the Titisee to the Hochfirst. From there you can expect a fabulous view of the lake, the Feldberg and the summits of the Austrian and Swiss Alps. Completely overwhelmed by the spectacular views you will reach the next highlight of this Eurohike hiking tour.

The Wutach Gorge and the associated nature park not only offer an exciting primeval landscape with romantic gorges, but also raging waterfalls. On day four, you leave the cross-country trail and instead hike past impressive sights: the blue stone and a group of rocks which consist of basalt columns up to ten metres high, shorten the hike.

  • The Blumberger Gate: The former riverbed between two mountains is definitely worth a visit. Once there, it is a good to take a look at the well-known ‘Sauschwänzlebahn’, a steam locomotive that roams through the landscape in numerous arches.
  • Hohenhewen Castle ruins: Remains of the castle are still preserved at 846 metres above sea level. The viewing platform build there is particularly spectacular. With a clear view, you have a view over Lake Constance and the Alps.
  • Wine pleasure at Lake Constance: Did you know, that a beautiful wine region is located at the Lake Constance? A total of six areas form the wonderful wine region.

Are you in good physical condition and can walk up to six straight hours without any problem? Then the Eurohike hiking trip from the Black Forest to Lake Constance should be manageable. The cross route runs on well-marked hiking and forest trails with short descents that require sure-footedness.

Hike to Lake Constance and discover beautiful sections of the landscape and fantastic views!

Itinerary at a glance

Enjoy the view from the observation platform of the Hohenhewen Castle ruins and be amazed by the extinct volcanic cones and the Schleifenbach Waterfalls. To top it off, savor a glass of local wine with a view of Lake Constance!
Day
01

Arrival to Saig

You start your tour from the ‚Saiger Höhe’ above Lake Titisee and walk via the Hochfirst. From here you enjoy an amazing view onto Titisee, Feldberg and the peaks of the Austrian and Swiss Alps. The path leads you down into the first highlight, the "Wutachschlucht". In this nature reserve an exciting primeval landscape with romantic gorges and cascading waterfalls is waiting for you. Via bus from the Schattenmühle to your accommodation.

After a short bus ride back to the Schattenmühle you walk along the river Wutach through a breath-taking scenery. Smooth trails lead to Achdorf, where the river is deflected toward the Rhine. You will reach todays destination Blumberg via the waterfalls of Schleifenbach. Once there, take a look at the fountain “Gänseliesel” and the local carnival masks.

Today's walk takes you via the hill “Buchberg” from where you will see the famous railway of the “Sauschwänzlebahn”. Randen offers a stunning site: the blue stone, a rock group from up to 10 meters high basalt columns, which was formed during the eruption of the westernmost Hegau volcanoes. The remaining kilometers pass through a charming landscape to todays destination Tengen.

The next stage takes you from Tengen past the hill “Wannenberg over the Duggenhart, one of the higher wooded hills, that the old post path touches. From here you have nice views on the snow covered peaks of the alps and the hilly landscape of Hegau. You wander leisurely over meadows and forests to Engen where you can stroll through the nice old town.

You start surrounded by the ancient volcanic cones of the Hegau, the bordering Lake Constance and the majestic Alps. The seven Hegauberge mountains Hohentwiel, Hohenstoffeln, Hohenkrähen, Mägdeberg, Hohenhewen, Neuhewen and the Höwenegg are lined up next to each other. In the 845 m high mountain you still find the remains of the ruin Hohenhewen. From the observation deck you can marvel the Hegau and even Lake Constance and the Alps. On an open field you hike over the summit, past the ruin Mägdeberg to Singen with its numerous cultural monuments.

The last walk leads past the old mansion “Friedinger Schlössle” past Steisslingen to the ruin Homberg, from where you have wonderful views over the Untersee with the isle Reichenau and the Peninsula Mettnau of Radolfzell. Soon you will leave the “Querweg” and walk through the nature reserve Mindelsee over to Lake Constance.

Day
08

Departure or extension

Itinerary at a glance

Enjoy the view from the observation platform of the Hohentwiel Fortress Ruins and be amazed by the extinct volcanic cones and the Schleifenbach Waterfalls. To top it off, savor a glass of local wine with a view of Lake Constance!

Welcome to the climatic health resort of Saig, high above Lake Titisee and surrounded by the dense forests of the Upper Black Forest.

You’ll start your hike from the ‘Saiger Höhe’ above Lake Titisee heading over the Hochfirst. From here, you’ll enjoy a breathtaking view of Lake Titisee, the Feldberg and the peaks of the Austrian and Swiss Alps. The Cross Trail takes you down into the valley to the first highlight: the Wutach Gorge. In this nature park, you’ll hike through an exciting primeval landscape featuring romantic gorges and rushing waterfalls. Take the hiking bus from Schattenmühle to your accommodation.

After a short bus ride back to the Schattenmühle, you’ll hike along the banks of the Wutach through breathtaking scenery, crossing bridges and footbridges over the river. Smooth footpaths then lead you to Achdorf, where the river is diverted toward the Rhine. You’ll reach today’s destination, Blumberg, via the Schleifenbach Waterfalls, an impressive natural spectacle. Once there, be sure to take a look at the Gänseliesel fountain and marvel at the town’s remarkable carnival masks.

Today’s walk takes you across the Buchberg, offering views of the famous ‘Sauschwänzlebahn’ (Wutach Valley Railway), through extensive woodland. In Randen, you’ll find another impressive sight: the ‘Blaue Stein’, a group of basalt columns up to 10 metres high, formed during the eruption of the westernmost Hegau volcanoes. The remaining kilometres take you through a charming stretch of countryside to today’s destination in Tengen.

From Tengen, today’s stage takes you past the Wannenberg and over the Duggenhart, one of the taller forested hills that the old postal route passes by. Here, you’ll enjoy spectacular views of the snow-capped Alps in the distance. You’ll walk at a leisurely pace through a picturesque landscape of fields and forests to Engen, where a stroll through the charming old town beckons.

Right in the heart of it all – surrounded by the ancient, long-extinct volcanic cones of the Hegau, the neighbouring Lake Constance and the majestic Alpine range. The seven Hegau mountains – Hohentwiel, Hohenstoffeln, Hohenkrähen, Mägdeberg, Hohenhewen, Neuhewen and Höwenegg – line up one after another. On the 845-meter-high local mountain, the remains of the Hohenhewen castle ruins are still preserved. From the observation deck, you can marvel at the Hegau region and, on a clear day, even Lake Constance and the Alps. You’ll hike across open fields, over peaks and past the Mägdeberg ruins, all the way to Singen with its numerous cultural monuments.

On the final stage, the Cross Trail takes you past the old mansion ‘Friedinger Schlössle’ through Steisslingen to the Homberg ruins, where you can enjoy a magnificent view across Lake Untersee, including Reichenau Island and the Mettnau Peninsula from Radolfzell. Shortly afterwards, you leave the Cross Trail and walk past the Mindelsee nature reserve towards Lake Constance.

Day
08

Departure or extension

Difficulty level

Walking

Walking times of up to 7 hours require a good basic fitness level. The ‚Querweg’ takes you along well-marked and well-maintained walking and forest paths on easy terrain. For some descents (i.e. Wutachschlucht ravine) surefootedness is essential.

Difficulty level

Walking

The Cross Trail follows well-marked hiking and forest paths and is easy to walk. There are some ascents to tackle each day. A good level of basic fitness is required for hikes lasting up to 6.5 hours. Sure-footedness is essential for some descents (e.g. the Wutach Gorge).

Prices & Dates

Prices per person in EUR

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation in middle-class hotels and inns
  • Breakfast
  • Luggage transfer (1 piece of luggage per person)
  • Digital travel documents incl. navigation app, GPS-data, route book
  • Service hotline

Optional

  • Printed route book, per room EUR 20

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Arrival by train to Saig and from there by bus or taxi to the hotel
  • Stuttgart, Zurich or Basel airport
  • Parking: free parking spaces near the hotel
  • Return journey by train to Saig via Donaueschingen and Neustadt (Black Forest) in approx. 2 hours

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!
  • This tour is a partner tour.

Services & Information

Further details about this tour

Included

  • Accommodation in 3***-hotels and country hotels
  • Breakfast
  • Luggage transfer (1 piece of luggage per person, max. 20 kg)
  • Digital travel documents incl. navigation app, GPS-data, route book
  • Service hotline

Optional

  • Printed route book, per person EUR 20

Arrival / Parking / Departure

  • Arrival by train via Freiburg im Breisgau to Titisee, from there by bus or taxi to the hotel in Saig (www.bahn.de, www.rvf.de)
  • Stuttgart, Zurich or Basel airport
  • Parking: free parking spaces near the hotel
  • Departure by train to Saig via Donaueschingen and Neustadt (Black Forest), duration approx. 2 hours (www.bahn.de, www.rvf.de)

Things to note

  • Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price.
  • Bus rides Schattenmühle – Löffingen and Löffingen – Schattenmühle, free with the guest card
  • Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!
  • This tour is a partner tour.
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