In Wehr, a picturesque town in the district of Waldshut in Germany, there are numerous opportunities for hiking. The geographical location of Wehr is particularly attractive for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts. Nestled between the Black Forest and the foothills of the Swiss Alps, the region offers a varied landscape with dense forests, rolling hills and clear waters.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Wehr
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Solfelsen, 770 m, in the southernmost Black Forest
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Difficulty
T1
moderate
12.6 km
4:00 h
540 m
540 m
From Bad Säckingen's local recreation area to a natural monument in the Hotzenwald forest
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
GeoTour: To Lake Eichen and the Erdmann Cave
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Difficulty
T1
moderate
11.2 km
3:00 h
230 m
230 m
Karst area on the southern edge of the Black Forest between Schopfheim and Wehr
Hiking Trail
· Südschwarzwald
In the southernmost Black Forest
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
12.1 km
3:55 h
500 m
500 m
From the Bad Säckingen recreation area to the natural monument
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Schluchtensteig 6: Todtmoos - Wehr
recommended route
Difficulty
difficult
24.3 km
7:00 h
533 m
1,005 m
Stage 6 Schluchtensteig:
From Todtmoos, it goes on the last stage of the Schluchtensteig. It goes up to Schwarzenbach and down again to Au. Shortly after, a 13 km path through the Wehratal begins with beautiful views down, past the Hirschfelsen and many other highlights. Over the Wehr reservoir, we reach the end of the Schluchtensteig in Wehr.
Hiking Trail
· Südschwarzwald
Hotzenpfad from Rickenbach
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
16.4 km
4:30 h
350 m
350 m
The public transport-friendly variant of the premium trail Hotzenpfad begins in Rickenbach and is conveniently accessible by bus
Hiking Trail
· Südschwarzwald
From the Wehra to historic Wehra facilities
recommended route
Difficulty
T3
difficult
25.3 km
7:30 h
700 m
700 m
The sporty circular route leads through the Wehratal, steeply above the Bärenfels ruin to the Heuberg with Alpine panoramic views, returning through the idyllic Schöpfebachtal.
Hiking Trail
· Südschwarzwald
Rheinliebe: on the Rhine riverside path from Wehr to Murg
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
15.1 km
4:00 h
20 m
20 m
Hiking and relaxing on the shore of the Upper Rhine between the delta of the Wehra and the Hauensteiner Murg.
Hiking Trail
· Black Forest
Panoramic route to the Bannwald (Schluchtensteig) and hidden paths
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
13.3 km
5:00 h
453 m
450 m
With beautiful views over the Rhine Valley, the route gently descends to the Bannwald, which lies above the Wehra. At the end, we walk back along forgotten paths.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Wehr: Two Castles Route
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
9.4 km
3:00 h
480 m
480 m
Dreamlike circular hike from the Wehra valley up to the Bärenfels ruin, which towers over the town of Wehr and the Dinkelberg as an excellent lookout.
Hiking Trail
· The Black Forest
Wehr: Castle adventure trail Bärenfels
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
6.3 km
2:10 h
380 m
380 m
The small circular hike connects the two ruins Werrach and Bärenfels, with the latter offering a spectacular panoramic view.
There are various routes to choose from for hiking in Wehr. A popular option is the circular hiking trail around the Rhine reservoir, which is suitable for both experienced hikers and families with children. Along the way, you can enjoy the breathtaking view of the lake while experiencing the tranquillity of nature.
Another highlight is the waterfalls of Wehr, an impressive natural spectacle in the middle of the Black Forest. Here you can hike along a well-developed hiking trail and admire the rushing water. A visit is especially recommended during or after a rain shower, when the masses of water are even more impressive.
The best seasons for hiking in Wehr are spring and autumn. In these seasons, the forests glow in bright colours and provide an idyllic backdrop for walks through nature. In summer, shady paths ensure that you can hike pleasantly even in high temperatures.
In addition to the sights already mentioned, there are many more hiking trails in Wehr waiting to be explored. From short walks along the Rhine to challenging mountain tours in the Black Forest, there is something for every taste and fitness level.
For families with children, for example, the forest nature trail "Natur pur" (pure nature) is suitable, where knowledge about the forest is imparted in a playful way. Here, little explorers can visit various stations and learn a lot of new things about flora and fauna.
In total, Wehr offers numerous opportunities for hiking and exploring nature. Whether you want to take a relaxing stroll along the lakeshore or prefer to plan a challenging mountain tour - everyone will find their ideal route here. So lace up your hiking boots and let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of this region!
Another highlight is the waterfalls of Wehr, an impressive natural spectacle in the middle of the Black Forest. Here you can hike along a well-developed hiking trail and admire the rushing water. A visit is especially recommended during or after a rain shower, when the masses of water are even more impressive.
The best seasons for hiking in Wehr are spring and autumn. In these seasons, the forests glow in bright colours and provide an idyllic backdrop for walks through nature. In summer, shady paths ensure that you can hike pleasantly even in high temperatures.
In addition to the sights already mentioned, there are many more hiking trails in Wehr waiting to be explored. From short walks along the Rhine to challenging mountain tours in the Black Forest, there is something for every taste and fitness level.
For families with children, for example, the forest nature trail "Natur pur" (pure nature) is suitable, where knowledge about the forest is imparted in a playful way. Here, little explorers can visit various stations and learn a lot of new things about flora and fauna.
In total, Wehr offers numerous opportunities for hiking and exploring nature. Whether you want to take a relaxing stroll along the lakeshore or prefer to plan a challenging mountain tour - everyone will find their ideal route here. So lace up your hiking boots and let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of this region!
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