Animal Tours – family hikes in the southern Black Forest

Waldshut is certainly one of the most beautiful towns on the High Rhine. But the surrounding area also has a lot to offer. Discover the game reserve above the town with your family on this tour and find out more about local forestry on the yew forest path.



Your hike starts at the train station in Waldshut… read more

In addition to the wonderful views over the Hotzenwald to the Black Forest, the High Rhine and even the Alps, this fantastic circular hike also attracts with animal encounters. You and your family will meet ostriches and their offspring, and you can also say hello to pigs and highland cattle. The fathers… read more

You explore a different landscape on this path. It has hardly anything in common with the nearby Black Forest, but you hike over a sunny, promising plateau with fields and orchards. The way back leads along narrow paths through the varied Wehratal.



The beautifully situated small town of Wehr is your starting… read more

This varied hike in the heart of the Hotzenwald is particularly suitable for families with dogs, as you will pass beautiful open spaces to romp around. Other highlights are the energy museum, the adventurous route along the Murg, the vantage point on the Totenbühl and last but not least the passage across… read more

Lots of fun on the water, encounters with the natural inhabitants of the area and great play opportunities delight the hearts of young and old on this round trip.



Let's start at the parking lot of the natural outdoor pool in Murg. Great joy, nonetheless: you can visit the outdoor pool on the way back… read more

The town of Laufenburg can, without exaggeration, be described as the pearl of the High Rhine. The two cities rise picturesquely out of the sky-blue waters of the river, connected by the old Laufen Bridge. You can use them to get from the German to the Swiss part of the city.



The Laufenburger Acht is… read more

You can not only greet the cows of the southern Black Forest up close on their pastures on this circular hiking trail, you can also experience fantastic views and an idyllic region away from the popular routes.



Even before you reach the somewhat remote little town of Oberibach coming from St. Blasien… read more

Discover a bit of the High Rhine on this circular hike on a varied route away from the well-known hiking areas. You walk through the southernmost wine-growing region in Germany, pass a deer park and take a look at a castle ruin and a palace on the banks of the Rhine that is still inhabited. On the way… read more

The wolf is a very special animal. Its strength and elegance have always impressed people, but at the same time it is also feared as a predator. Practically eradicated just a few years ago, it is now conquering Germany's forests again. It is all the more important to show your children what a fascinating… read more

This enchanting circular tour is particularly suitable for dog owners with their four-legged friends. The latter are happy about the many exercise areas and a bowl of fresh water at the observation tower, while masters and mistresses can enjoy the fantastic views.



Drive south from Todtmoos on the L151… read more

The Wuhren or Wuhren are a typical landscape feature of the Hotzenwald. These canals have been used for irrigation and for driving mills since the Middle Ages. You are following such a path with your family today. There are a few opportunities for your children to splash around in the water. In addition… read more

On the small but nice Zeidlerpfad you can experience up close what traditional beekeeping and beekeeping looks like in the southern Black Forest. In addition, you can expect several beautiful views of the valley of the Alb.



The Zeidlerpfad is part of the premium Albsteig hiking trail, on the stage between… read more

A truly magical experience for the whole family. The magic forest path leads through the enchanted high moor of the Taubenmoos near Bernau. On narrow paths and partly over bridges and footbridges you will discover the unique nature of this moor area. Children look forward to 15 stations with adventurous… read more

This wonderful circular hike near Bad Säckingen combines various leisure activities that are equally enjoyable for parents and children.



Ideally, you should travel by train and start directly at Bad Säckingen train station. You first touch the Kurpark and walk along the shady avenue of lime trees. Shortly… read more

The cute alpacas in the hamlet of Bohland are the clear highlight of this tour. The circular hike shown here also offers fantastic views across the High Rhine to Switzerland. Take a small snack with you, as you will not be able to avoid any refreshments.



In the middle of the small town of Birkingen there… read more