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Road bike holiday in the Black Forest

Ride a road bike: Baden-Württemberg / Germany

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Road bike holiday in the Black Forest

The Black Forest in Baden-Württemberg is a paradise for racing cyclists: winding roads, challenging climbs and picturesque descents offer pure riding pleasure. In Germany's highest and largest contiguous low mountain range, idyllic villages, mountain routes with cult status and valleys full of tradition await - training and enjoyment in perfect balance. Every tour promises spectacular views and sporting challenges in unspoilt nature. And forest as far as the eye can see.

Between the mountains and valleys of the Black Forest

The Black Forest is ideal for road cyclists: varied roads, flat sections and challenging climbs make every ride an experience on a road cycling holiday in the Black Forest. Enjoy winding routes through dense forests, past picturesque villages with marvellous views. Perfect for intensive training, casual weekend tours or longer adventures on a road bike.

Road cyclists will discover a true paradise in the Black Forest: The region offers challenging passes, gentle climbs and spectacular descents. Such as tours up the Schauinsland - from the Rhine Valley over a short distance of around 765 metres up to 1,284 metres. The legendary Kandel and a large circuit of mountain passes covering more than 160 kilometres and over 3,300 metres in altitude are also part of the Black Forest offer. Whether it's a day tour or a marathon stage, every fitness level is catered for here - rewarded with breathtaking panoramas and unforgettable descents.

Highlights for your road bike holiday in the Black Forest

  • Black Forest passes such as Feldberg and Schauinsland
  • Cult route Kandel & winding descents through dense forests
  • Panoramic routes with views over valleys and lakes

Hotels for your road bike holiday

Our bike hotels are your place2be for your road bike holiday. Your hosts know every bend and every climb and will show you the most beautiful routes in the region.

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

Nature, sport, family - feel at home at the Landhotel Fuchs

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Road bike tours

Road cycling in the Black Forest - experience boundless freedom on endless mountain passes, discover new routes and enjoy breathtaking Alpine panoramas.

Road bike tours
Road bike tours
Alpine passes
Road bike travels
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Favourite round St. Märgen
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
3:24 hr./hrs.
Distance
62.9 km
Uphill
1130 m
Downhill
1130 m
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Simonswald back to St. Peter
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
5:28 hr./hrs.
Distance
112 km
Uphill
1540 m
Downhill
1540 m
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Schauinsland and Feldberg
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
5:04 hr./hrs.
Distance
119 km
Uphill
2210 m
Downhill
2210 m
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Black Forest Super fun
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
4:04 hr./hrs.
Distance
68.6 km
Uphill
1490 m
Downhill
1490 m
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Black Forest / Baden-Württemberg  (DE)
Wutch Gorge
Difficulty
Difficult
Duration
2:50 hr./hrs.
Distance
56.6 km
Uphill
810 m
Downhill
810 m

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FAQs about the Black Forest

When is the best time for a road cycling holiday in the Black Forest?

Conditions are usually ideal from May to October. Spring and autumn offer pleasant temperatures for long road cycling tours, whilst in summer the higher altitudes provide a comfortable climate. It is advisable to check the weather forecast before setting off on tours in the higher elevations.

Which road cycling tours in the Black Forest are particularly recommended?

Classic routes include tours over the Kandel, the Schwarzwaldhochstraße and the Schauinsland. Challenging climbs, scenic high-altitude roads and quiet side roads offer varied circular routes suitable for different fitness levels.

Is the Black Forest suitable for a road cycling training holiday?

Yes. The Black Forest offers long climbs, undulating mountain ranges and smooth valley routes. This allows you to specifically train your endurance, climbing strength and riding technique. The wide variety of routes makes the region attractive for ambitious amateur cyclists and training groups.

Is the Black Forest also suitable for road cycling beginners?

Yes. As well as well-known mountain roads, there are many routes with moderate gradients and manageable elevation gains. Those who build up their distance gradually or use an e-road bike will find ideal conditions for getting started on a road cycling holiday in the low mountain range.

What services should a road cycling hotel in the Black Forest offer?

A road cycling hotel should provide a secure bike storage room, tools, washing facilities, GPS routes and up-to-date route information. In addition, a sports breakfast, laundry service and recovery facilities make multi-day road cycling trips and training weeks much easier.

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