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Schluchtensteig 8-day Self-guided Walking Tour Level 3

  • 8days
  • Germany

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Dazzling heights and enchanting gorges walking tour

The southern part of the Black Forest is a diverse area.Various rivers have its source in this area and have formed countless gorges. The landscape is idyllic and romantic as well as rough and adventurous. First, you pass through Gorge Wutach. The first kilometres are rough and intense, later on nature becomes more idyllic and welcoming. You make your way out of the Canyon and climb a small ridge where you have wonderful views on the nearby Lake Schluchsee. Your hike then continues to Wehra Valley. Every leg brings you to new gorges and canyons and these make your hiking week in the Black Forest both challenging and diverse.

Tour character: Level 3

You will encounter well-marked hiking trails when walking the Schluchtensteig. Parts of the tour might be slippery and good shoes and surefootedness are required for this hike. A good physical condition is needed for the long distances and numerous ups and downs

Included in the Walking Tour:

  • 7 nights accommodation in mid-range country inns
  • Breakfast
  • Luggage transfers 
  • Well prepared route guidance
  • Elaborated travel documents (1 x per room)
  • Service-Hotline
  • GPS data available and app navigation

Not included in the tour:

  • Tourist tax, if due

Arrival/ Departure:

  • Parking: unattended parking places in Stühlingen. No reservation possible.
  • Arrival by train to and from here with the bus in 30 minutes to Stühlingen.
  • Return journey by train from Wehr to Lauchringen and by bus to Stühlingen. Duration: approx. 2 hours
  • Return transfer possible. EUR199.-per ride. Reservation needed, payable in advance

Notes:

  • Departure any day 
  • No minimum number of participants
  • Extra nights
    • Stuhlingen: From 75 EUR p.p (+25 EUR single room)
    • Wehr: From 75 EUR p.p (+25 EUR single room)

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  • Day 1

    Individual arrival in Stühlingen

    Settle in to your hotel

  • Day 2

    Stühlingen-Blumberg approx. 5-6 hrs 18 km | +600m -340m

    The castle Hohenlupfen forms the panorama of the small village Stühlingen where you start your hike. You walk along the Wutach and soon you reach the gorge. Rugged rocks and a pristine forest make the landscape in the eastern part of the Wutach gorge very wild and dramatic. The Schluchtensteig- trail takes you to Blumberg where you stay for the night.

  • Day 3

    Blumberg-Schattenmühle/ Loffingen approx. 6hrs 25km | +475 m -455m

    Small trails lead your way through the Gorge. The sound of water is always audible but sometimes the Wutach seeps away in the ground. Todays walk is very pristine and relaxing but a lot of ups and downs make todays hike a challenging leg. At the end of today’s walk, you will arrive at the restaurant Schattenmühle. A short bus ride takes you to your accommodation in Löffingen.

  • Day 4

    Schattenmühle/ Loffingen - Fischbach/ surroundingsapprox. 6hrs 18km | + 700m -330m

    By bus back to Schattenmühle. After walking through deep gorges todays walk leads to promising heights. You pass the ruins of "Räuberschlössle". In former days this place was used as a hiding place by thugs and outlaws. From here you continue to Haslach gorg where you leave the canyon on a steep trail. You walk past Lenzkirch and soon you reach the small village Oberfischbach.

  • Day 5

    Fischbach Umgebung-St. Blasien approx.6hrs 20 km | +445 m -740m

    Small hills and forests form todays landscape. Shortly after your start you have the chance to admire the sparkling waters of Lake Schluchsee. Now it's uphill all the way until you reach the highest point of your hike. From "Krummenkreuz" you walk down to Bannwald gorge. Over rocky trails and small bridges you make your way to St. Blasien.

  • Day 6

    St. Blasien-Todtmoos approx. 6hrs 19km | +620m -560m

    A steep uphill is going to be the first test today. While you catch your breath you can have a look at the minster of St. Blasien down in the valley. The Dachsberg is the highest point today. From here it's all the way down to a forest named Hotzenwald. On your way to Wehra gorge you pass romantic meadows, heather and beautiful farm houses. As soon as you've walked through the gorge it's only a stone's throw to Todtmoos.

  • Day 7

    Todtmoos-Wehr approx. 7hrs 23km | +580m -1020m

    Wehra gorge is the last canyon and a true highlight. Sparkling waters at your feet and twittering birds above your head. Enjoy natures wonders on your last walking day. After a couple of kilometres the inn Mettlerhütte comes into sight. From here you may even spot the peaks of the Alps close-by. You finish your walk in the gardens of castle Wehr and can rest your feet in another cosy inn.

  • Day 8

    Departure or extra nights

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Tours marked with are special prices.

Start End Max. No. Guests Accommodation Price p.p.
Sep 19 2024 Sep 26 2024 10 Single rooms 970€
Double rooms 825€
Sep 20 2024 Sep 27 2024 10 Single rooms 970€
Double rooms 825€
Sep 21 2024 Sep 28 2024 10 Single rooms 970€
Double rooms 825€
Sep 22 2024 Sep 29 2024 10 Single rooms 970€
Double rooms 825€
Sep 23 2024 Sep 30 2024 10 Single rooms 970€
Double rooms 825€
Sep 24 2024 Oct 01 2024 10 Single rooms 970€
Double rooms 825€
Sep 25 2024 Oct 02 2024 10 Single rooms 970€
Double rooms 825€
Sep 26 2024 Oct 03 2024 10 Single rooms 970€
Double rooms 825€
Sep 27 2024 Oct 04 2024 10 Single rooms 970€
Double rooms 825€
Sep 28 2024 Oct 05 2024 10 Single rooms 910€
Double rooms 765€
Sep 29 2024 Oct 06 2024 10 Single rooms 910€
Double rooms 765€
Sep 30 2024 Oct 07 2024 10 Single rooms 910€
Double rooms 765€
Oct 01 2024 Oct 08 2024 10 Single rooms 910€
Double rooms 765€
Oct 02 2024 Oct 09 2024 10 Single rooms 910€
Double rooms 765€
Oct 03 2024 Oct 10 2024 10 Single rooms 910€
Double rooms 765€
Oct 04 2024 Oct 11 2024 10 Single rooms 910€
Double rooms 765€
Oct 05 2024 Oct 12 2024 10 Single rooms 910€
Double rooms 765€
Oct 06 2024 Oct 13 2024 10 Single rooms 910€
Double rooms 765€
Oct 07 2024 Oct 14 2024 10 Single rooms 910€
Double rooms 765€
Oct 08 2024 Oct 15 2024 10 Single rooms 910€
Double rooms 765€
Oct 09 2024 Oct 16 2024 10 Single rooms 910€
Double rooms 765€
Oct 10 2024 Oct 17 2024 10 Single rooms 910€
Double rooms 765€
Oct 11 2024 Oct 18 2024 10 Single rooms 910€
Double rooms 765€
Oct 12 2024 Oct 19 2024 10 Single rooms 910€
Double rooms 765€
Oct 13 2024 Oct 20 2024 10 Single rooms 910€
Double rooms 765€

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