Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 24, 2026

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Nationalpark Schwarzwald

Naturpark Schwarzwald Mitte/Nord

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Start point

Bus stop

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193 m

Lothar Trail

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Here you can see what a storm can do to nature. Greatly laid out. There is something for young and old.

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608 m

Lotharpfad Trailhead

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From here you have many opportunities for hiking. Perfect starting point for tours.

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875 m

View of the Rhine Valley and Alsace

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There are always great views along the way

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1.09 km

Panoramic View of the Black Forest

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On the panoramic trail you always have a beautiful view over the Rhine plain. There is usually a bench to sit on. In winter, when there is snow, a cross-country ski trail is also groomed here.

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1.70 km

Panorama Loop (Black Forest Panorama Loop)

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The panoramic circular trail is the longest of the trilogy; Lothar Trail, Woodpecker Trail and Panorama Circular Trail. All three are 6 km long and can be done one after …

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1.71 km

Viewpoint Rock (Aussichtsfelsen) in Naturpark Schwarzwald Mitte/Nord

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Great view over the Rhine plain to the Vosges. Unfortunately not today.

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4.98 km

Buchkopf Tower Oppenau

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Due to structural inspections and repair work, the Buchkopfturm Oppenau will be closed for an indefinite period from October 18, 2024. Entry is strictly prohibited during the closure!

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6.04 km

Forest Trail to Buchkopfturm

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Also good to walk on in winter

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9.94 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.29 km

2.97 km

243 m

235 m

187 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.57 km

3.20 km

2.48 km

639 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (960 m)

Lowest point (810 m)

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