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Schutterwald

Welcome to Schutterwald, a charming destination in the Ortenau district of Germany. This Travel Guide provides you with all the necessary information for an unforgettable stay.

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Attractions in Schutterwald


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recommended route Difficulty difficult
Distance 119.5 km
Duration 5:00 h
Ascent 588 m
Descent 587 m

We ride through the Rhine plain along the Old Rhine to Rheinhausen. From there, it goes through the Black Forest via Lahr back to Offenburg.

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from Pro-cyCL / Professional cycling Christian Ludewig,   Stadt Offenburg
recommended route Difficulty difficult Open
Distance 70.5 km
Duration 6:30 h
Ascent 137 m
Descent 137 m

The route takes you through the beautiful Rhine valley into the Kinzig valley to Gengenbach.

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from Pro-cyCL ®,   Nationalparkregion Schwarzwald
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 42.1 km
Duration 3:15 h
Ascent 94 m
Descent 94 m

Across Offenburg's Rhine plain, it heads to the Rhine. Along the Rhine, it later returns through the many fruit orchards of Ortenau district.

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from Pro-cyCL / Professional cycling Christian Ludewig,   Stadt Offenburg
Bicycle Rides · The Black Forest
Offenburg bike route 3 - Five lakes route
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 26.3 km
Duration 1:30 h
Ascent 82 m
Descent 82 m

Our route goes through the Rhine plain. It passes five lakes with numerous rest opportunities.

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from Pro-cyCL / Professional cycling Christian Ludewig,   Stadt Offenburg
Bicycle Rides · The Black Forest
Offenburg bike route
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 32.6 km
Duration 3:00 h
Ascent 23 m
Descent 23 m

On this family-friendly bike route, you explore the typical surroundings of Offenburg with its forests, lakes, and vineyards. You cycle on bike ...

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from User Alpstein,   Outdooractive Editors
Bicycle Rides · The Black Forest
Round route from Durbach to Strasbourg and back
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 73.5 km
Duration 4:55 h
Ascent 141 m
Descent 140 m

Starting from Durbach, the route goes towards Kehl, Strasbourg, Neuried, Schutterwald, Offenburg, and back to Durbach

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from W. K.,   Community
Bicycle Rides · The Black Forest
Ortenau Churches on the Rhine - In the Ried
recommended route Difficulty
Distance 65.2 km
Duration 4:20 h
Ascent 29 m
Descent 55 m

Parallel to the Rheinradweg D8/EV15, small ecclesiastical gems are presented in the plain between the Rhine and the Black Forest.A route ...

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from Radwegekirchen Ortenau,   Tourismus Ortenau
Bicycle Rides · The Black Forest
Franciscan Route
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 52.8 km
Duration 3:32 h
Ascent 20 m
Descent 22 m

Route 13 of the 30 circular routes of the e-bike and touring bike project "Legends and Myths of Ortenau". The detailed touring bike map including ...

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from Sandra Bequier,   Tourismus Ortenau
Bicycle Rides · The Black Forest
Monastery Route
recommended route Difficulty easy
Distance 73 km
Duration 4:54 h
Ascent 88 m
Descent 87 m

Route 18 of the 30 circular routes of the e-bike and touring bike project "Legends and Myths of Ortenau". The detailed touring bike map including ...

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from Landratsamt Ortenaukreis,   Tourismus Ortenau
Bicycle Rides · The Black Forest
Roman Route
recommended route Difficulty moderate
Distance 130.9 km
Duration 8:50 h
Ascent 104 m
Descent 104 m

Route 5 of the 30 circular routes of the e-bike and touring bike project "Legends and Myths of Ortenau". The detailed touring bike map including 30 ...

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from Landratsamt Ortenaukreis,   Tourismus Ortenau
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Geographical location and special features: Schutterwald is located on the western edge of the Black Forest and is surrounded by a picturesque landscape. The town has an area of 20 square kilometres and lies at an altitude of 150 metres above sea level.

Tourist attractions: One of the best-known attractions in Schutterwald is the local history museum, which gives its visitors insights into the history of the region. The 18th century St. Michael's Church with its impressive baroque altar is also worth a visit.

Cultural highlights and events: For culture enthusiasts, there are numerous events such as concerts, theatre performances or exhibitions in the local cultural centre "Alte Kirche". The popular wine festival also takes place annually, where you can enjoy regional specialities.

Culinary specialities: In Schutterwald you can try typical Baden dishes such as Maultaschen or Spätzle with sauce made from beef broth and cream - a treat for every gourmet!

Outdoor activities: The surroundings around Schutterwald are perfect for hiking or cycling along romantic vineyards as well as through the Black Forest. In summer, the nearby quarry pond is a great place for swimming and sunbathing.

Best seasons for outdoor activities: The best time to visit Schutterwald is from May to September. During this time, the temperatures are pleasantly warm and invite you to outdoor activities.

What to do in Schutterwald when it rains: If the weather is bad, you can visit the local museum or one of the numerous art galleries. A visit to the nearby open-air swimming pool is also a good idea.

Where to go in Schutterwald: A walk through the idyllic town centre with its half-timbered houses as well as along the river "Schutter", which flows through the town, is particularly recommended.

Summarising: Schutterwald in Germany's Ortenau district is definitely worth a visit! With its picturesque landscape, cultural highlights and culinary specialities, the town offers everything your heart desires. Whether hiking in summer or visiting the wine festival in autumn - everyone gets their money's worth here.

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Reviews

  • December 18, 2025
    Alois Schnorr
    December 17, 2025
    Angenehme, einfache Runde auf breiten, ebenen Wegen
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    Written December 18, 2025
  • June 01, 2021
    Norbert Bille
    June 01, 2021
    Ich bin die Tour heute gefahren und fand sie sehr schön. Wegen des Höhenprofils bin ich allerdings umgekehrt gefahren: zuerst den welligen Abschnitt zwischen Oberkirch und Gengenbach und dann den gemütlichen Teil durch die Ebene. Außerdem vermeidet man so zwei steile Anstiege in Hofweier und Ortenberg. Ich rate, die Fahrtrichtung der Tour umzukehren.
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    Written June 01, 2021
  • September 04, 2020
    Andrea K
    September 04, 2020
    wunderschöne Fahrradtour und sehr gut beschrieben, wir haben uns überhaupt nicht verfahren!! Danke an den Autor
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    Written September 04, 2020
    Bicycle Rides
    Offenburg bike route
  • October 15, 2018
    Stefan Orlowski 
    Schöne Tour. Tolle Streckenführung. Sehr wenig Rhein 🙂
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    Written October 15, 2018
  • September 01, 2018
    Eddi Merker
    Schöne Radtour mit viel „Rhein“. Fast nur auf Radwegen. Leider mit schlechter Ausschilderung auf der französischen Seite. Ohne Navigation kann der Route kaum gefolgt werden. Man merkt an der Ausschilderung sofort wieder, wenn man in Deutschland ist.
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    Written September 01, 2018
    Bicycle Rides
    Franciscan Route
  • April 11, 2018
    Harro Sommer
    April 08, 2018
    Herrliche Radtour durch die schöne Ortenau.
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    Written April 11, 2018
    Bicycle Rides
    Franciscan Route
  • September 20, 2017
    Migu El Citanero
    September 19, 2017
    Ottenau- Oberkirch ...besonders faszinierend ab dem Baden Badener Rebland. Herrlichste Aussichten auf die Rheinebene, die Vogesen, dem Strassburger Münster und fern der Pfälzer Wald. Süßer Beigeschmack um dieses Zeit sind die reifen Äpfel und Birnenbäume, die Reben, dick voll behangen, nicht, zu vergessen. Leider liegen die Besenwirtschaften meist nicht direkt auf dem Camino und gefühlt 95% Teerstrecke. Kurz: Ein Schmaus für Gaumen und Auge .
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    Written September 20, 2017

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