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Varied mountain bike route to Schwabhauser Hut, Dreimarkstein and to the source area of the Dobelbach, through Bad Herrenalb to the Weithäusle with stunning views over the Eyach valley.
This demanding mountain bike route around Dobel combines challenging climbs with varied landscapes and magnificent panoramic views. From Dobel, the route first leads eastwards to the cozy Schwabhauser Hut, an ideal place for a short break. It then continues to the distinctive Dreimarkstein before heading towards the edge of Dobel again. Afterwards, you enter the source area of the Dobelbach and follow the path downhill along the idyllic edge of the Dobel valley. Through the district of Bleiche, you reach the center of Bad Herrenalb, where the historic atmosphere blends with lively spa town flair. From there, the route climbs steadily below the Maienberg via the lower Maienberg path and the Ächtlersweg. In the quiet forests above the Bad Herrenalb ski home, you finally reach the Weithäusle. Along the sun-drenched western slopes of the upper Eyach valley, you return via the Stollenweg and the Sommerhalde Hut to Dobel.
Author’s recommendation
A detour to the Old Water Tower of Dobel is worthwhile before or after the bike ride. From here, the view extends over the Black Forest peaks to the Vosges.
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
Track types
Safety information
Mutual consideration for other path users is an obligation for mountain bikers.
Use of the routes and connecting paths is at your own risk. The marking does not imply any duty of traffic supervision for the path owners, the affected municipalities, forestry administrations, and the Black Forest Middle/North Nature Park. Cyclists must expect forest-typical hazards and are personally responsible for accidents and falls resulting from them. Vehicle traffic and temporary route closures, for example due to forestry operations or hunting activities, must always be expected. Warning signs from forestry administrations, hunting operations, or other warnings must be strictly observed.
Tips and suggestions
Mountain bike technique courses are offered by TRAILSKILLS in Ettlingen, Bad Herrenalb, and Remchingen. Courses for beginners are available from March to October, as well as advanced courses for experienced mountain bikers, women-only courses, and from 2020 also for children from 7 years old. Additionally, irregular courses and courses on request are available at the MTB-Club Karlsruhe.
Roadbook
The route is marked with the yellow MTB Black Forest marking.
Excellent orientation is also provided by the Black Forest Club's signposting system. Simply follow the following waypoints:
Dobel Schulhaus - Dobel Eiche - Jägerhaus - Schwabhauser Hut - Schnepfenrain - Dreimarkstein - Stollenumkehrhütte - Schwanner Rain - Forest Clinic - Neusatzer Pfütze - Bad Herrenalb Old Post - Bad Herrenalb Forstgarten - Bad Herrenalb Badwegle - Bierrank - Knieschnapper - Weithäusleplatz - Dobel Eiche - Dobel Schulhaus
Dobel/Eiche
Jägerhaus
Schwabhauser Hütte
Schnepfenrain
Dreimarkstein
Stollenumkehrhütte
Schwanner Rain/Waldklinik
Neusatzer Pfütze
Bad Herrenalb/Alte Post
Bad Herrenalb/Forstgarten
Bad Herrenalb/Badwegle
Bierrank
Knieschnapper
Weithäusleplatz
Dobel/Eiche
Aussichts-Schaukel am Stollenrank
Wildgehege im Dobeltal
Public transport
Public-transport-friendly
suburban train: Karlsruhe station with S1 to Bad Herrenalb station, then change to bus
Bus line X63: Bad Herrenalb - Dobel - Bad Wildbad - Calw
Bus line 716: Bad Herrenalb - Dobel - Schwann - Pforzheim
Bike transport on buses is limited.
Bike transport
Basically, bike transport on light rail, trams, and buses is possible free of charge to a limited extent, provided there is sufficient space. If bike transport is not excluded, it is chargeable on weekdays between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m.:
Trains, light rail, and trams:
- From Monday to Friday, between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m., bike transport is possible on trains of the Deutsche Bahn (IRE, RE, RB, and suburban trains), light rail of AVG, and trams of VBK in connection with a bike ticket.
- Passengers with strollers or disabled persons with wheelchairs always have priority. In individual cases, the decision of the transport and operating staff applies.
Directions
A5 Basel - Karlsruhe, exit Ettlingen, follow signs through Wattkopf tunnel towards Bad Herrenalb/Dobel
A8 Stuttgart - Karlsruhe, exit Pforzheim-West, then follow B294/L340 to Dobel
Parking
Parking lot at Kurhaus DobelCoordinates
Book recommendations for this region:
Localization
Derived from the technical difficulty and the stamina requirements.
User Questions