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Hornberg

Welcome to Hornberg, a charming destination in Ortenaukreis, Germany! Part of the Black Forest, Hornberg offers breathtaking scenery with the highest mountains in Germany and a wealth of outdoor activities.

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Attractions in Hornberg


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Hiking Trail · The Black Forest
Through the Hornberg town forest
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 10.4 km
Duration 3:30 h
Ascent 500 m
Descent 500 m

On shaded forest and rocky paths, the Hornberg town forest repeatedly offers excellent views into the deeply incised valley of the Gutach.

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from Walter Biselli,   Walter Biselli
recommended route Difficulty T2 difficult
Distance 16.3 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 700 m
Descent 700 m

From Hornberg the challenging circular hike leads over the castle hill on lonely paths to historic fortifications. Lovely views are offered by the ...

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from Walter Biselli,   Walter Biselli
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 21.1 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 550 m
Descent 550 m

The demanding and varied circular route largely follows the quality trail "Lauterbacher Wandersteig," but can be completed in one day.

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from Walter Biselli,   Walter Biselli
Hiking Trail · Mittelschwarzwald
From Hornberg to Sankt Georgen
recommended route Difficulty T2 difficult
Distance 19.1 km
Duration 6:00 h
Ascent 700 m
Descent 300 m

Scenic high-altitude hike between the Gutach and Brigach valleys.

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from Walter Biselli,   Walter Biselli
Hiking Trail · Mittelschwarzwald
On the Hornberg Panorama Trail
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 16.6 km
Duration 5:45 h
Ascent 650 m
Descent 650 m

This undertaking does not end like the "Hornberg Shooting": the circular hike on the Hornberg Panorama Trail promises plenty of variety, always ...

4.2
from Schwarzwaldverein Hornberg / Walter Biselli,   Schwarzwaldverein e.V.
Hiking Trail · The Black Forest
On rock paths from Hornberg to the castle rocks
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 18.2 km
Duration 6:45 h
Ascent 800 m
Descent 800 m

On shaded forest paths, the Hornberg Rock Paths repeatedly offer excellent views into the deeply incised Gutach valley. Several resting places, ...

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from Walter Biselli,   Walter Biselli
Thematic Trail · Mittelschwarzwald
Gutach-Hornberg West ski jump trail
recommended route Difficulty T2 difficult
Distance 16.1 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 700 m
Descent 600 m

On this history-steeped themed trail, we explore former baroque defenses in the Black Forest. Even today, they still offer magnificent views of the ...

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from Walter Biselli,   Schwarzwaldverein e.V.
Hiking Trail · Schwarzwald Mitte/Nord
High-altitude hike from Hausach to Hornberg
recommended route Difficulty T2 difficult
Distance 19.4 km
Duration 7:00 h
Ascent 950 m
Descent 800 m

The varied and very demanding long-distance hike mainly leads on natural paths and trails over the heights between the Kinzig and Gutach valleys.

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from Walter Biselli,   Walter Biselli
Thematic Trail · Mittelschwarzwald
Schanzen Trail Gutach-Hornberg East
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 10.7 km
Duration 4:00 h
Ascent 500 m
Descent 575 m

On the historic themed trail, we explore former baroque defensive installations in the Black Forest. Even today, they offer great views of the town ...

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from Walter Biselli,   Schwarzwaldverein e.V.
Hiking Trail · Schwarzwald Mitte/Nord
Hornberg: via the redoubt trail to Rappenstein
recommended route Difficulty T2 moderate
Distance 18.4 km
Duration 7:00 h
Ascent 800 m
Descent 800 m

On this circular hike, we explore former baroque defense works in the Black Forest. Even today, they offer magnificent views of the town of ...

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from Walter Biselli,   Walter Biselli
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Geographically, Hornberg is located at the confluence of two rivers - the Gutach and the Kinzig. The town is known for its picturesque old town with half-timbered houses and narrow streets as well as the impressive castle ruins high up on the hills.

Tourist attractions include Hornberg Castle, which served as the model for Hermann Hesse's "Narziss und Goldmund". Here visitors can gain exciting insights into the history of the town. Also worth seeing are the ruins of Kastelburg Castle and the local history museum in the old town hall.

Cultural highlights are offered by numerous festivals such as the town festival or the wine festival in summer as well as traditional craft markets in autumn. Those seeking culinary adventures should definitely try local specialities such as Maultaschen or Black Forest ham.

Outdoor enthusiasts will get their money's worth here: hike through the forests of the Black Forest or explore the region by bike along the well-developed cycle paths. In winter, the nearby Feldberg ski area beckons you to go skiing or snowboarding.

Even when it rains, there is plenty to do: relax in one of the many wellness hotels or visit the Kinzig and local history museum in Hausach.

The most beautiful places in Hornberg are undoubtedly the castle ruins on the hills, from where you have a breathtaking view of the town and the surrounding countryside. A walk along the river Gutach is also recommended.

Hornberg in the Ortenau district is definitely worth a trip! Our Travel Guide provides you with all the information you need to make your stay here an unforgettable experience.

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Reviews

  • 1 d
    Stefan von Bismarck
    October 04, 2026
    Schöne abwechslungsreiche kürzere Etappe bin noch ein Grossteil der Lauterbacher Hochtalrunde mit gelaufen war echt schön.
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    Photo: Stefan von Bismarck, Community
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    Photo: Stefan von Bismarck, Community
    Written October 05, 2026
  • 1 d
    Stefan von Bismarck
    October 03, 2026
    Sehr schöne und abwechslungsreiche Etappe aber auch nur knackigen Anstiege.
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    Photo: Stefan von Bismarck, Community
    Photo: Stefan von Bismarck, Community
    Photo: Stefan von Bismarck, Community
    Photo: Stefan von Bismarck, Community
    Photo: Stefan von Bismarck, Community
    Photo: Stefan von Bismarck, Community
    Written October 05, 2026
  • September 26, 2026
    Jane Toothill 
    Jane Toothill
    Lovely walk through a valley, then open ground and finally a hill. Nice views and trees. Good paths. Keep an eye open for some of the smaller trails where they leave the bigger tracks - they’re all marked but not always obvious.
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    Solitude Scenic
    Written September 26, 2026
    Hiking Trail
    Hornberg
  • August 15, 2026
    Simona P
    March 31, 2024
    Wunderbar
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    Written August 15, 2026
  • July 28, 2026
    Rainer Langenbacher 
    July 26, 2026
    Kompliment! Sehr schöne, sehr ruhige, aber sehr anspruchsvolle Tour. Toll gemacht. Sehr gut ausgeschildert, auch ohne Mobile Phone zu laufen. Die Beschilderung ist sehr gut, aber nicht aufdringlich. Man muss manchmal auch zweimal "gucken". Von Gutach- bis Schramberg (zwei Etappen) durchgelaufen. Tolle Landschaften. Wir sind morgens um 6 Uhr in Gutach los- waren vor 12 Uhr auf dem Fohrenbühl Turm. Als " Einheimische" sieht man natürlich manche Dinge etwas anders, aber es gibt nichts zu "meckern". Wir laufen noch weitere Etappen und freuen uns sehr darauf.
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    Sonnenaufgang auf dem Weg ins Kirnbachtal
    Photo: Rainer Langenbacher, Community
    Zu Beginn des Kirnbachtales
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    Richtungszeiger oberhalb von Kirnbach Kirche
    Photo: Rainer Langenbacher, Community
    Perfekte Kunst in Kirnbach Kirche
    Photo: Rainer Langenbacher, Community
    Blick vom Morgethof
    Photo: Rainer Langenbacher, Community
    Waldbühlweg, kurz vor erreichen der Berghöhe am Moosenmättle
    Photo: Rainer Langenbacher, Community
    Susi´s Pausen Schränkle gut befüllt am Scherenberg
    Photo: Rainer Langenbacher, Community
    Wegzeiger am Scherenberg (725m)
    Photo: Rainer Langenbacher, Community
    Beim Baum der Träume... auf der Grub
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    Auf der Grub
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    Restaurierter Schwarzwaldhof (in Privatbesitz) am Liefersberg
    Photo: Rainer Langenbacher, Community
    Waldimpression beim Liefersberg
    Photo: Rainer Langenbacher, Community
    Am Liefersberg kurz vor dem "Bergstüble" am Moosenmättle
    Photo: Rainer Langenbacher, Community
    Das "Gedächtnishaus" Fohrenbühl mit Turm
    Photo: Rainer Langenbacher, Community
    Written July 28, 2026
  • July 25, 2026
    Paul Dürr 
    July 25, 2026
    Super Tour mit sehr hohem Pfadanteil und ausreichend viele Rastmöglichkeiten. Sehr zu empfehlen.
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    Variety of paths Scenic Solitude
    Written July 25, 2026
  • July 03, 2026
    Sabine S.
    July 03, 2026
    Sehr abwechslungsreich. Nicht nur landschaftlich - schöne Ausblicke , Bauernhöfe, Wälder und Wiesen -, sondern auch bezüglich der Wege: mal Wiesenpfade, mal angenehme Waldpfade, dann aber auch ein paar Asphaltstrecken und steile Schotterpisten. In die Gegenrichtung nicht zu empfehlen, da man sonst die eintönigeren Streckenabschnitte im Aufstieg hätte.
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    Variety of paths Solitude Scenic
    Written July 03, 2026
  • June 25, 2026
    Bernd Weikert
    June 25, 2026
    Sehr abwechslingsreiche Etappe mit schönen Aussichten. Wechselnd lauschige, schattige Waldpfade und offene Abschnitte. Erste typische Schwarzwaldhöfe. Achtung: die offizielle Wegführung verläuft für einige Kilometer ab Götzengut anders als in der App. Die offizielle Tourenführung führt entlang etlicher Straßen und ist bei großer Hitze nicht zu empfehlen!
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    Written June 25, 2026
    Hiking Trail
    Mittelweg, Stage 5
  • March 30, 2026
    Chancen und
    can we make trip like this Chancen und
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    Challenging Scenic
    Written March 30, 2026
  • March 15, 2026
    Stefan von Bismarck
    wahnsinnig schöne und abwechslungsreiche Etappe... ein echter Geheimtipp
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    Written March 15, 2026
  • March 08, 2026
    Dariusz H 
    March 07, 2026
    Bardzo fajny Wanderung pomiędzy lasami, łąkami i gospodarstwami Schwarzwaldu.
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    Written March 08, 2026
  • February 13, 2026
    Nel
    February 13, 2026
    Ein schöne Tour durch die Natur. Zurerst geht man auf einen Naturpfad entlang, auf dem man interessantes Wissen über die Flora vermittelt bekommt. Dann kommt man an viele Felsen vorbei, mit schönen Aussichtspunkten. Ich kann die Route sehr empfehlen :)
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    Written February 13, 2026

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