Cycling Collection by Schwarzwaldverein e.V.
Black Forest Cycle Route from Karlsruhe to Lörrach
6 days
4-5 h/day
377km
7,580m
7,420m
Those who want to experience the impressive hiking region by bicycle will find the ideal route on the approximately 375-kilometer-long Black Forest Cycle Path between Karlsruhe and Lörrach.
Cycling means getting ahead quickly and yet enjoying nature with all your senses. "Nature experience pure" is therefore the motto on the Black Forest Cycle Path, because on the varied tour you either cycle away from the main traffic roads on well-driveable forest paths or on designated cycle paths on the RadNETZ BW.
Where it is not otherwise possible, less frequented roads are also used.
Originally conceived as a mountain bike variant of the Black Forest Club's Westweg trail, the long-distance cycle route also inspires ambitious touring cyclists or E-bike riders. Fitness is required not only in view of the total length, numerous Black Forest peaks have to be overcome, coming from Karlsruhe a total of 7,200 meters have to be climbed.
Now not everyone wants to cycle hundreds of kilometers. The suggested daily stages do not constitute a recommendation, you can plan individually. The Black Forest Club wishes you an unforgettable cycling experience.
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Black Forest Cycle Route
378km
7,600m
7,420m
Last updated: August 19, 2025
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Activities
1. Black Forest Cycle Route Stage 1: From Karlsruhe to Gernsbach
63.5km
04:41
1,080m
1,030m
Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
2. Black Forest Cycle Route Stage 2: From Gernsbach to Baiersbronn Obertal
53.8km
04:31
1,210m
790m
Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3. Black Forest Cycle Route Stage 3: From Baiersbronn Obertal to Haslach
71.8km
05:27
940m
1,310m
Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
4. Black Forest Cycle Route Stage 4: From Haslach to Neustadt im Schwarzwald
67.9km
05:45
1,660m
1,070m
Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
5. Black Forest Cycle Route Stage 5: From Neustadt im Schwarzwald to Wiedener Eck
50.7km
04:27
1,430m
1,220m
Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
6. Black Forest Cycle Route Stage 6: From Wiedener Eck to Lörrach
69.2km
05:44
1,260m
2,000m
Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Collection Stats
Activities
6
Distance
377 km
Duration
30:34 h
Elevation
7,580 m
7,420 m
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