Durbach, a picturesque village in the Ortenau district in Germany, is not only known for its vineyards and charming half-timbered houses, but also for its diverse hiking opportunities. Durbach's geographical location offers hikers a breathtaking backdrop of rolling hills and dense forests.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Durbach
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Durbach/Hohenberg - Shortened version "Gebirger Höfe-Weg"
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
moderate
7.4 km
2:20 h
292 m
292 m
Hohenberg is a hamlet in the municipality of Durbach in the Ortenau district, which is accessed via a dead-end road. There is no classic through road that leads through the hamlet to another place.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Durbach - From the chapel ruins St. Anton to Schloss Staufenberg
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
8.3 km
2:40 h
257 m
258 m
Unique beautiful wide views with plenty of culture in an idyllic wine and forest landscape await you! According to the map, Schloss Staufenberg divides the hike into two equal hiking sections. Ideal for resting and enjoying!
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
To the Mooskopf tower and the Lothar memorial via short routes
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
8 km
2:35 h
341 m
360 m
If you are at the top at the Lothar memorial and have climbed the Mooskopf tower, you will be thrilled by the sensational panoramic views. But please do not go on dull days!
If you are looking for adventurous paths and trails, you should not take this route, as gravel is everywhere!
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Nesselried/Staufenberg Castle - Through forests and vineyards to top-notch viewpoints!
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
8.1 km
2:25 h
193 m
213 m
Wonderful, varied hike to Staufenberg Castle with its sun terrace, which offers a fantastic panoramic view. From the 383-meter-high mountain ridge, you can look over the forest-covered Black Forest hills and vineyards to the Rhine Valley, and from there to Strasbourg Cathedral and the Vosges Mountains. Catering on the terrace (self-service), wine sales with tasting room, and a farm shop offer additional enjoyment.
Hiking Trail
· Schwarzwald Mitte/Nord
Natural monuments in Zell-Weierbach
recommended route
Difficulty
T3
moderate
14.3 km
5:00 h
698 m
698 m
The circular hike in the east of the Offenburger district Zell-Weierbach leads along lonely forest paths to mysterious rock formations and also offers great views.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Durbach - Wolfsgruben and viewpoint round
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
9 km
3:00 h
274 m
275 m
The hike shows you the wine landscape in the Ortenau region. Panoramic views and a high proportion of forest along the total route are guaranteed. You can also reverse the route; this way you have a steep ascent at the beginning and the Wolfsgrube inn with animal park in the last third.
After the hike, you should definitely visit Staufenberg Castle on the other side of the valley.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Oberkirch/Bottenau - Schloss Staufenberg & Geigerskopfturm as well as many landscape highlights
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
11.9 km
3:35 h
340 m
341 m
Not only the two major landscape points on this hiking trail provide an intense hiking experience, but also the many small landscape points promise a varied round.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Durbach south slope Ortenau
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
7.8 km
2:30 h
227 m
226 m
Very scenic route on well-passable paths from Durbach to Oberweiler, Lautenbach, and back via Sendelbach.
Hiking Trail
· Mittelschwarzwald
Through chestnut woods and vineyards to Staufenberg Castle
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
12.5 km
3:50 h
393 m
393 m
The foreland zone of the central Black Forest with its vineyards and forested hilltops.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
From Geigerskopf to Moosturm
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
27 km
8:20 h
914 m
914 m
Circular route with fantastic viewpoints.
One of the most beautiful hiking tours in Durbach leads along the Panorama Trail. This trail stretches for about 10 kilometres and offers spectacular views of the surrounding landscape. Along the way, you pass idyllic vineyards, picturesque farms and always have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of Staufenberg Castle.
For families with children, the nature trail "Forest Experience" is particularly suitable. Here children can explore nature in a playful way and learn more about native plant and animal species. The trail is about 3 kilometres long and leads through the forest around Durbach.
Another popular route is the circular trail "Durchs Renchtal". This tour stretches for about 15 kilometres along the river Rench. On the way, you can admire numerous historical buildings as well as rest at cosy inns.
The best seasons for hiking in Durbach are spring or autumn, when the temperatures are pleasantly mild and nature shows its most magnificent side. In spring, the fruit trees blossom in full splendour, while in autumn the vineyards shine in warm colours.
Durbach thus offers a variety of hiking options for nature lovers and families. Whether you walk along the Panorama Trail, explore the nature trail or cross the Renchtal valley - every hiking trail promises unforgettable views and unique experiences amidst the idyllic landscape of the Ortenau district.
For families with children, the nature trail "Forest Experience" is particularly suitable. Here children can explore nature in a playful way and learn more about native plant and animal species. The trail is about 3 kilometres long and leads through the forest around Durbach.
Another popular route is the circular trail "Durchs Renchtal". This tour stretches for about 15 kilometres along the river Rench. On the way, you can admire numerous historical buildings as well as rest at cosy inns.
The best seasons for hiking in Durbach are spring or autumn, when the temperatures are pleasantly mild and nature shows its most magnificent side. In spring, the fruit trees blossom in full splendour, while in autumn the vineyards shine in warm colours.
Durbach thus offers a variety of hiking options for nature lovers and families. Whether you walk along the Panorama Trail, explore the nature trail or cross the Renchtal valley - every hiking trail promises unforgettable views and unique experiences amidst the idyllic landscape of the Ortenau district.
Wandern zum Schloss Staufenberg
Weingut Schloss Staufenberg
Restaurant
· The Black Forest
Weinstube Schloss Staufenberg
The Black Forest
Weinstube Schloss Staufenberg
from Simon Vollmer,
Nationalparkregion Schwarzwald
Wandern im Weinparadies
Aussichtsreiche Rundwanderungen in Durbach
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