01^May Fri
09:45

Three-day trekking event tackles the legendary Westweg (West Way) in reverse, traversing Stages 9 through 7. This high-altitude route follows the main ridge of the Black Forest, offering nice views across the Rhine Valley to the Vosges Mountains.

Technical Logistics & Setup

• Strategy: We park the at the finish in Hausach to ensure total flexibility on Day 3 and take the morning train from Hausach to Hinterzarten. You can come by train from Zurich directly to Hinterzarten Hbf,   a train combo from Zurich HB at 06:59 and arrives in Hinterzarten Hbf at 9:43.

• Transit Duration: ~1h 58min to 2h 20min (1 transfer in Villingen).

• Terrain Profile: Primarily wide forest tracks, some rocky single-track (Root/Stone factor: Moderate), and soft forest floor.

• Waymarking: Follow the Red Diamond (Rote Raute) symbol.

Itinerary

Day 1 ===== Stage 9 (Reversed): Hinterzarten → Kalte Herberge

Beginning in the high-moor landscape of Hinterzarten, the trail climbs the northern ridge overlooking the Titisee basin.

• Distance: ~20.2 km

• Ascent: 580 m | Descent: 320 m

• Night 1 Stay: Gasthaus Kalte Herberge

  • Free rooms are still available

  • Booking Link

Day 2 ===== Stage 8 (Reversed): Kalte Herberge → Wilhelmshöhe

A classic ridge-line trek passing through the "High Forest" with rolling elevation changes.

• Distance: ~22.4 km

• Ascent: 460 m | Descent: 510 m

• Technicality: Low steepness, high endurance requirement due to distance.

• Night 2 Stay (Schonach area): Hotel Bergfreiheit

  • Accommodation located ~2.5 km off-trail in Schonach,

  • Booking Link

  • Free rooms are still available at the same location or you can find something else in the village.

Day 3 ===== Stage 7 (Reversed): Wilhelmshöhe → Hausach

A demanding final stage. After a scenic ridge walk, the trail features a massive technical descent into the Kinzig Valley.

• Distance: ~21.3 km

• Ascent: 440 m | Descent: 1,150 m

• Gradient: Significant negative grade in the final 5 km (Hard on knees).

• Finish: Arrive at the car at the Hausach Bahnhof.

The Grand Finale

After reaching your car in Hausach, drive 55 km (~1 hour) back to Titisee for professional muscle recovery.

Final Stop: Badeparadies Schwarzwald

• Facilities: 12 themed saunas, 18+ pool environments, and mineral-infused lithium/calcium baths.

• Access: 10-minute walk from Titisee Station/Parking, opened until 10PM.

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