Schuttertal, an idyllic valley in the Ortenau district in Germany, is not only known for its picturesque landscape, but also for its wide range of mountain bike tours. The valley's geographical location makes it a perfect destination for all enthusiastic cyclists.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful mountain biking trails in Schuttertal
Mountain Bike
· The Black Forest
With the mountain bike on the Kandel Heights Trail
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Difficulty
moderate
79 km
6:30 h
1,490 m
1,381 m
This mountain bike tour takes us partly along the Kandelhöhenweg from Offenburg to Freiburg i. Br. Some crisp climbs challenge our physical condition, but technically it is also doable for beginners.
Mountain Bike
· The Black Forest
By mountain bike to the lookout towers on the Eichberg and the Hünersedel
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
85.5 km
7:00 h
1,950 m
1,950 m
Interrupted again and again by shorter trail sections, the tour takes us largely on gravel or asphalt paths through the Black Forest landscape between Freiburg and Freiamt. From the lookout towers on the Eichberg and the Hünersedel we enjoy fantastic panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
Mountain Bike
· The Black Forest
Black Forest cross-cross_Hornberg to Lahr MTB
recommended route
Difficulty
S1
moderate
54.3 km
5:00 h
1,227 m
1,421 m
2nd stage of the Black Forest crossing MTB from Villingen to Lahr
Mountain Bike
· The Black Forest
Around Geroldseck
recommended route
Difficulty
S1
moderate
34.3 km
4:35 h
804 m
811 m
By bike, e-bike, gravel bike around Pinzbach and the ruins of Hohen Geroldseck.
We pass the Höhengasthaus Sodhof or the Bruckerhof, making a small detour to the Lützelhardt castle ruins.
Consistently good forest roads or rarely used side roads. Good views repeatedly on the heights.
Mountain Bike
· The Black Forest
Over the heights from the Kinzig Valley to Emmendingen
recommended route
Difficulty
S1
moderate
48.6 km
5:00 h
912 m
904 m
From the Kinzig Valley via Welschensteinach up to the Himmelsberg - rear Gaisberg - to the Lahrer Hut and further to the Höhenhäuser. From there to the Schwabenkreuz at the Schutterbrunnen and to the Hühnersedel observation tower with a wide panoramic view. Over the Kniestein Chapel to the Pflingsteck and over the heights of the Brettental and Freiamt down to Emmendingen. We pass through the city garden to the Margrave's Castle and city fountain in the city center.
After the route, you can relax with an ice cream, coffee, or a good local beer.
Return to the Kinzig Valley by train - travel time approx. 1 hour
Mountain Bike
· The Black Forest
Around Hofstetten
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
29.5 km
2:00 h
734 m
734 m
Moderate route around the picturesque Black Forest village of Hofstetten, featuring magnificent views
Mountain Bike
· The Black Forest
Around the Welschensteinacher Valley
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
29.6 km
2:30 h
911 m
911 m
Moderate route impresses with beautiful views
Mountain Bike
· The Black Forest
Circular route: Central Black Forest (Münchweier - Tennenbach) In the footsteps of the Tennenbach monastery
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
47.8 km
3:59 h
1,095 m
1,099 m
Circular route from Münchweier to the former Tennenbach monastery.
Mountain Bike
· The Black Forest
Around Freiamt
recommended route
Difficulty
S1
moderate
55.6 km
3:45 h
1,000 m
1,000 m
The beautiful circular tour to Hünersedel (744m) leads through a varied landscape characterized by the constant change of meadows, forest, and individual farms. The ruins of the Hochburg near Windenreute and the Kastellburg near Waldkirch provide cultural highlights. The observation towers of Eichberg and Hünersedel offer magnificent views of the foothill zone, the Rhine plain, and the Vosges.
Mountain Bike
· The Black Forest
Great Hünersedel Tour
Difficulty
difficult
44 km
5:38 h
884 m
884 m
A large challenging tour through the Litschental, past the historic Geroldsecker weapons smithy to the Hünersedel and along the entire ridge of the Schuttertal.
The Schuttertal is nestled between rolling hills and dense forests. This natural environment offers a variety of possibilities for exciting MTB tours. Whether beginner or experienced rider - everyone will find the right route here.
One of the most beautiful MTB tours in Schuttertal leads along the river Schutter. On this tour you can enjoy the untouched nature and at the same time improve your skills on the challenging trails. The trail leads through varied landscapes such as fields, meadows and wooded areas.
For adrenaline fans, there are also some bike parks in Schuttertal that are specially tailored for mountain bikers. Here you will find various routes with different levels of difficulty and obstacles. Whether jumps, drops or steep descents - these parks offer everything to make a biker's heart beat faster.
The bike park on the Kandelberg is particularly recommended. This park offers a wide range of trails for every taste and skill level. From flowing single trails to technically demanding downhill routes, everything is here.
The best seasons for mountain biking in Schuttertal are spring, summer and autumn. At this time, the temperatures are pleasant and nature shows its most beautiful side. In winter it can be difficult to go mountain biking due to the weather conditions.
All in all, Schuttertal offers a variety of possibilities for mountain bikers. Whether relaxed tours along the river or action-packed descents in the bike parks - everyone gets their money's worth here. So grab your mountain bike and explore the beautiful Schuttertal!
One of the most beautiful MTB tours in Schuttertal leads along the river Schutter. On this tour you can enjoy the untouched nature and at the same time improve your skills on the challenging trails. The trail leads through varied landscapes such as fields, meadows and wooded areas.
For adrenaline fans, there are also some bike parks in Schuttertal that are specially tailored for mountain bikers. Here you will find various routes with different levels of difficulty and obstacles. Whether jumps, drops or steep descents - these parks offer everything to make a biker's heart beat faster.
The bike park on the Kandelberg is particularly recommended. This park offers a wide range of trails for every taste and skill level. From flowing single trails to technically demanding downhill routes, everything is here.
The best seasons for mountain biking in Schuttertal are spring, summer and autumn. At this time, the temperatures are pleasant and nature shows its most beautiful side. In winter it can be difficult to go mountain biking due to the weather conditions.
All in all, Schuttertal offers a variety of possibilities for mountain bikers. Whether relaxed tours along the river or action-packed descents in the bike parks - everyone gets their money's worth here. So grab your mountain bike and explore the beautiful Schuttertal!
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