Navigation, Route Notes & Maps
The Schluchtensteig Trail is very well way-marked. With our info-pack you will not have any problem to find your way. You will receive phone number of our local office to assist you with any possible problems.
Accommodation
Stay 7 nights in high-quality, friendly 3* standard hotels and guesthouses in private ensuite rooms. Some examples of accommodations we typically use are listed below. These accommodations are subject to availability and therefore alternatives of an equal standard may be offered. If the hotel in Fischbach is fully booked, we will accommodate you in the nearby town of Schluchsee. You can add on extra nights in any of the overnight locations on this tour.
Single Rooms & Solo Walkers
This trip is available to solo walkers and a solo traveler supplement is payable. Single rooms are on request and again a supplement is payable.
Meals
7 continental breakfasts are included. This is usually in buffet form and there are many filling breakfast items available which are perfect for hikers; e.g. boiled eggs, ham, cheese, fresh bread and muesli.
Lunch is not included and can be picked up at local supermarkets or ‘Backerei’ along the way. If you are staying in a remote area, most accommodations will also be able to provide you with a packed lunch for the day, ask upon arrival (payable locally).
Dinners are not included, leaving you free to choose from the various options each day. There are restaurant choices at each overnight location, and most hotels will also have an on-site restaurant. In Germany, traditional food is hearty and filling. In the region of the Black Forest you will likely find the following ubiquitous food everywhere you go! ‘Käsespätzle’ is a kind of eggy pasta (made from flour, eggs, water and salt) topped with melted cheese and sometimes crispy fried onion– it’s the ultimate comfort food! April to June is asparagus season and you will find this vegetable on just about every menu during this time.
It is often served with Kartoffeln (potatoes), Schnitzel and/or a rich cheesy sauce. Schwarzwälder Schinken is the locally produced smoked ham and is matured usually for at least 3 months, leading to its rich and strong flavour. Black Forest gateau (Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte) has to be the food that is most associated with the Black Forest. This delicious moist cake is made up of layers of chocolate sponge, spread with whipped cream and cherries between each layer, topped with even more cream, cherries and chocolate. The recipe varies from café to café ensuring you’ll never get bored of it.
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Further information
We recommend you book transfers from/to the airport through us. There is an option to use public transportation, however it’s very complicated and we do not take the responsibility for possible late arrivals.
Travel time
April to October
FAQ
How far in advance do I need to book?
We suggest you book as soon as your plans are finalized so that we can secure the best accommodation options for you.
How fit do I need to be?
This tour involves some easy and sometimes more difficult sections, which is why we have classified it as moderate overall. There are narrow paths which are rocky, with exposed tree roots in some parts. There is a lot of undulating terrain which can be tiring and demanding. Some of the paths are precipitous so you should be sure-footed and have a head for heights. On the other hand, you will encounter many easy sections on wide forest tracks and trails. Also, you will always have the
opportunity to use the hiking bus on all stages with the Konus guest card. By doing so, you will ultimately decide for yourself how difficult and long each days’ walk is, and how you can tailor your journey to suit your fitness.
How does the baggage transfers work?
Your bags will be transferred from your accommodation as per your itinerary and moved onto your next overnight accommodation. We ask you to limit your luggage to one bag of up to 23kg per person.
What equipment do I need?
Your detailed information pack will be sent to you after you book. This has a detailed equipment list which includes standard walking gear such as good walking boots or shoes, warm and waterproof clothes and a day pack.
What happens if I can’t walk a stage?
You can use public transport or a local taxi to continue to your next overnight stop. Your accommodations will be able to help with arrangements, or we are able to assist you from our German and US office.