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Hikes in Glottertal
Baden-Wurttemberg,Germany
When the vines turn golden yellow, orchard meadows and forests don their autumn colors, and the crisp air offers sweeping views across the Breisgau, Glottertal reveals one of its most charming sides. This wine-growing village lies on the western edge of the Black Forest, just a few kilometers from Freiburg, at the foot of the 1,243-meter-high Kandel. Thanks to its sun-drenched location, the valley enjoys a comparatively mild climate for viticulture, while the higher elevations are already distinctly characterized by the High Black Forest. There is a vertical difference of nearly 1,000 meters between the valley and the summit of the Kandel—and the landscape and hiking opportunities are correspondingly diverse.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Glottertal
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Rund um den Kandelgipfel mit tollen Ausblicken
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
7.4 km
2:28 h
299 m
299 m
Rocks, forests and fantastic distant views on the "mountain of forces"!
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Rundwanderung im Oberglottertal auf den Spuren des Urgrabens
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
10.6 km
3:34 h
345 m
345 m
You can still discover many traces of medieval mining on the Kandelsüdhang. This hike takes you to some of them.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Gipfeltour vom Glottertal zum Kandel
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
10.8 km
4:21 h
935 m
48 m
The tour for demanding hikers: On the way from the sunny vineyards in the Glottertal valley to the Kandel summit with its magnificent panoramic views, you have to conquer over 900 metres in altitude. This will really work your legs and requires some fitness - but you will be rewarded with a variety of natural experiences.
Hiking Trail
· Baden-Wurttemberg
From St. Peter on historic paths into the Glottertal
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
9.1 km
2:45 h
169 m
571 m
Beautiful views on a historic route along many stately Black Forest farms characterize this hike.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Kleine Wanderung im Oberglottertal rund um das Glotterbad
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
5.8 km
2:07 h
242 m
244 m
Varied circular hike on the Badwaldweg trail in Oberglottertal. Beautiful view of the Carlsbau, known as the "Black Forest Clinic". The building has been home to the Thure-von-Uexküll Clinic since 2014.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Silbergrüble-Tour in Glottertal
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
4.8 km
1:28 h
185 m
185 m
Short circular hike with great views - discover the "Glottertäler Naturliegen"
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Weinbergrunde im Unterglottertal
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
6.3 km
1:55 h
170 m
170 m
Imposing vineyards and great views from the Schlossberg and Einbollen over the Breisgau and the Rhine plain to the Vosges.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Rundwanderung zur Hilzingermühle im Oberglottertal
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
9.1 km
2:53 h
283 m
283 m
This varied circular walk leads to the Hilzingermühle mill in Oberglottertal, the oldest working mill in the district of Breisgau in the Black Forest Highlands. It was built in 1621.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Weinbergtour über Eichberg und Schlossberg in Glottertal
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
7.5 km
2:07 h
177 m
177 m
Sun-drenched vineyards against an impressive Black Forest backdrop and sweeping views over the steep slopes down into the valley make this hike an experience. Some of the steepest and highest vineyards in Germany (up to 500 metres above sea level) are located in Glottertal. The vineyards of the Glottertal valley border directly on the mixed mountain forests of the Black Forest, making this beautiful hike correspondingly varied.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Große Rundwanderung rund um das Föhrental
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
14.8 km
4:56 h
651 m
651 m
The heights of the idyllic Glottertäler side valley offer beautiful views.
Fall Hikes in Glottertal
About 120 kilometers of marked hiking trails crisscross the Glottertal. The options range from leisurely walks along the valley floor to hikes through vineyards and side valleys, all the way up to a challenging climb up the Kandel. The trails through vineyards and deciduous forests are especially charming in the fall.
Between the Vineyards and the Black Forest
A lovely leisurely hike is the vineyard trail through Eichberg and Schlossberg. Stretching about 7.5 kilometers and covering an elevation gain of approximately 160 meters, it winds through the vineyards and the Eichberg Forest. Among the highlights is the “Roter Bur” vineyard, which offers a view of the Oberglotter Valley. On the Schlossberg as well, the trail winds through vineyards before descending to the castle courtyard.
Those who want a longer hike can choose the Grand Loop Hike around the Föhrental. The 15-kilometer tour takes about five hours and covers an elevation gain of about 650 meters. It explores one of the idyllic side valleys of the Glottertal.
Hikes on the Kandel
If you’re looking for a athletic challenge, take the summit hike from Glottertal to the Kandel. The 11-kilometer route climbs about 935 meters in elevation. The route leads from the vineyards through mountain forest, past Luser, Kranzkopf, and Gullerkopf to the Thomashütte, and on past the Gummenhütte to the summit of the Kandel. There, at 1,240 meters, the Kandel Pyramid awaits with sweeping panoramic views. You can take the bus back to Glottertal.
A less strenuous option is the circular hike around the Kandel summit. It starts at Kandelhöhe on the Kandelwiese and runs mostly at an elevation of about 1,100 meters. Narrow, sometimes rocky trails lead through mountain forests to the Großer Kandelfelsen and the Thomashütte, offering views over the Glottertal and the Breisgau. Passing by the Gummenhofhütte, which offers a place to stop for refreshments, the trail finally leads to the Kandel Pyramid.
In Search of Glottertäler's History
Two varied loop hikes demonstrate that hiking in the Glottertal can also be an encounter with the region’s history. The hike to the Hilzingermühle leads through the Oberglottertal, first along narrow trails beside the Glotter River and later along forest paths and sunny stretches. The destination is the Hilzingermühle, built in 1621, which is considered the oldest still-functioning mill in the Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald district.
The Silbergrüble Trail points to an even older past: The ridge between Föhrental and Ohrensbach owes its name to silver ore mining, which was particularly active here in the 13th century. This shorter circular hike also offers beautiful views of the Glotter Valley and the Breisgau, as well as several “Glotter Valley nature loungers” along the way.
Overnight Stay and Refreshments in the Wine Region
Wine and cuisine go hand in hand in Glottertal. For centuries, grapes have been grown on the sun-drenched, sometimes extremely steep slopes. The weathered granite-gneiss soil shapes the character of the local wines, and as an award-winning “Weinsüden Wine Village,” Glottertal looks back on a long tradition of winemaking. Numerous inns, restaurants, cafés, and farm-style taverns offer the chance to sample regional cuisine and wines—a perfect way to round out a day of hiking.
For longer stays, guests can choose from traditional hotels as well as vacation apartments; some accommodations also offer wellness facilities. Overnight guests receive the KONUS guest card, which allows them to use public transportation in the Black Forest for free. This is particularly convenient for multi-day hikes and also makes it easier to take day trips to Freiburg and the surrounding Black Forest towns.
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