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Gravel bike holiday in the Black Forest

Gravel: Baden-Württemberg / Germany

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Gravel bike holiday in the Black Forest

Gravelling in Germany's highest and largest contiguous low mountain range: away from the roads, gravel bikers in the Black Forest can expect endless gravel and forest paths, gentle hills and challenging trails. If you are looking for pure nature, adventure and freedom, you are guaranteed to find it here. Whether beginner or pro, gravel bikers will find trails for every challenge. Immerse yourself in the forest and enjoy the unique blend of nature experience and relaxation.

Black Forest - paradise for gravel bikers

Countless possibilities await you on a gravel bike holiday in the Black Forest - from gentle forest trails to challenging high-altitude tours. Whether it's a half-day tour or bike-packing over several days: here you can experience pure nature on gravel, forest and woodland paths. Gentle low mountain range landscapes alternate between dense forests, clear lakes, vineyards and typical Black Forest hilltops - ideal for your gravel bike adventure.

Gravel biking highlights in the Black Forest include tours around the Hornisgrinde and to the Mummelsee cirque lake. Or the "Naturpark-Gravel-Crossing": this extreme gravel tour takes you through Baden-Württemberg in 11 stages - totalling 690 km and around 14,000 metres in altitude from Mannheim to Basel, around 440 km of which are in the Black Forest. Perfect for bikepacking adventurers! But shorter pleasure tours such as the "Kaiser Tour" through the vineyards of the Kaiserstuhl are also on the bucket list. Whether you're looking for a day ride or a multi-day gravel experience - you'll find what you're looking for in the Black Forest.

Highlights for your gravel bike holiday in the Black Forest

  • Gravel and forest trails around Lake Titisee
  • Challenging single trails in the Upper Black Forest
  • Panoramic routes with views of the Black Forest peaks

Hotels for your gravel bike holiday

Our hotels are your base camp for unforgettable gravel adventures. Your hosts know every gravel track and every climb and will show you the most breathtaking routes in the region.

Landhotel Fuchs
Eisenbach / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Eisenbach / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)

Nature, sport, family - you'll feel right at home at the Landhotel Fuchs

from € 80.00 per person
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Gravel bike tours

Gravel biking in the Black Forest - experience boundless freedom on endless gravel paths, discover new tours and enjoy fantastic panoramas.

Gravel tours
Gravel tours
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Gravel bike trips
Three cyclists riding past a tree with red autumn leaves under a blue sky
Easy Gravel Tour
Three Lakes Tour
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
7:06 hr./hrs.
Distance
97.5 km
Uphill
1700 m
Downhill
1700 m
People cycling on a forest trail
Easy Gravel Tour
Gravelling in the Wutach Gorge
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
4:47 hr./hrs.
Distance
53 km
Uphill
920 m
Downhill
920 m
Two cyclists riding on a road with forest greenery in the background
Easy Gravel Tour
Dirty125Espresso
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
11:57 hr./hrs.
Distance
125 km
Uphill
2950 m
Downhill
2950 m
Cyclists resting on a forest path in an autumn landscape park
Easy Gravel Tour
Kandel with the Gravel
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
6:26 hr./hrs.
Distance
79.7 km
Uphill
2140 m
Downhill
2140 m
Multiple bicycles indoors, some hanging on the wall
Easy Gravel Tour
Dirty33
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
3:34 hr./hrs.
Distance
33.2 km
Uphill
830 m
Downhill
830 m

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FAQs about the Black Forest

Is the Black Forest a good place for a gravel bike holiday?

Yes, the Black Forest is one of Germany’s most popular gravel biking regions. A dense network of forest tracks, gravel roads and scenic routes offers varied rides for beginners and experienced riders alike.

What gravel rides are there in the Black Forest?

In the Black Forest, you can look forward to rides through dense forests, over scenic mountain ranges and along lakes. Routes around the Feldberg, the Schluchsee and the Schwarzwaldhochstraße are particularly popular.

Is the Black Forest suitable for gravel bike beginners?

Yes, alongside challenging climbs, there are plenty of moderate rides on easily rideable forest tracks. The valleys and lower-altitude areas in particular are ideal for beginners and leisure cyclists.

Can you spend several days out on a gravel bike in the Black Forest?

Yes, the size of the region makes the Black Forest ideal for multi-day gravel bike adventures. Diverse landscapes, numerous accommodation options and an extensive network of trails offer plenty of variety.

When is the best time for a gravel bike holiday in the Black Forest?

The season usually runs from April to October. Spring, when the cherry trees are in bloom, and autumn, when the forests are ablaze with colour, are particularly popular.

What makes the Black Forest special for gravel cyclists?

The combination of endless forest tracks, scenic high-altitude routes and its proximity to France and Switzerland makes the Black Forest one of Germany’s most versatile gravel cycling destinations.

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