Black Forest to Lake Constance

Arrive in Saig, a tranquil Black Forest village, and prepare for the days of hiking in Germany ahead. Nestled in the heights above Titisee, Saig is the perfect starting point to explore the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the region.

From Saig, your Black Forest walking adventure begins on the high ridge above Lake Titisee, with panoramic views stretching to the Feldberg and even the Swiss and Austrian Alps on clear days. You descend into the first highlight, the Wutach Gorge, where a primeval landscape of cascading waterfalls, rocky gorges and lush forest awaits. After this scenic adventure, a short bus ride takes you to your accommodation in Löffingen.

The day begins with a bus ride back to Schattenmühle. Today’s hiking in Germany follows the Wutach River through dramatic scenery. Smooth forested trails lead to Achdorf, where the river bends toward the Rhine. Continue past the picturesque Schleifenbach waterfalls before arriving in Blumberg, a charming town with cultural highlights including the “Gänseliesel” fountain and traditional carnival masks.

Today’s Hegau hiking takes you over Buchberg Hill, offering views of the historic “Sauschwänzlebahn” railway. Further along, the Randen region reveals the impressive Blue Stone, a natural formation of basalt columns up to 10 metres high, remnants of volcanic activity from the Hegau region. The trail continues through rolling hills and forested landscapes to the welcoming village of Tengen.

From Tengen, you pass over Wannenberg Hill and the Duggenhart, a higher wooded summit once part of the old postal route. The path offers magnificent views of snow-capped Alpine peaks and the hilly Hegau countryside. You wander leisurely over meadows and through forests, arriving in Engen, a historic town with charming streets and architecture to explore at the end of your walking holiday in Germany.

Today’s stage highlights the volcanic Hegau cones and is the ultimate Hegau hiking experience. You traverse the ancient volcanoes Hohentwiel, Hohenstoffeln, Hohenkrahen, Magdeberg, Hohenhewen, Neuhewen, and Howenegg. Along the way, you can still find the ruins of Hohenhewen, with breathtaking views across the Hegau, Lake Constance and the Alps. Continue over open fields and past the Magdeberg ruins before reaching Singen, a town rich in cultural monuments.

The final stage of this long-distance hike in Germany leads past the historic Friedinger Schlossle mansion and through Steißlingen to the Homberg ruins, where you enjoy spectacular views over the Untersee, the island of Reichenau, and the Radolfzell peninsula of Mettnau. Leaving the Querweg trail, you cross the Mindelsee Nature Reserve and arrive at the tranquil shores of Lake Constance, a perfect spot to relax and reflect on your Black Forest walking adventure.

Your hiking in Germany journey concludes after breakfast in Radolfzell. Depart for home or continue your travels along the scenic shores of Lake Constance.