Zimmeraussicht aus dem 4 Sterne Hotel Heselbacher Hof in Schwarzwald

Hiking holidays in the Black Forest

The Heselbacher Hof makes an ideal base for hiking

Hiking is certainly the classic activity in the Black Forest. The possibilities available are practically endless.
The fun begins right on your doorstep on your hiking holiday at the Heselbacher Hof. Countless walks start very close to the hotel.

It’s entirely your choice whether to head out under your own steam, or take part in one of the many tours offered by our hiking team, or enjoy the “Baiersbronn hiking paradise”, a comprehensive year-round programme offered by Baiersbronn Tourism. On hiking holidays at the Heselbacher Hof, everyone can find the right choice of exercise to suit their own taste.

Interactive Baiersbronn hiking map


Hiking to suit every taste

550 km of marked hiking paths and countless huts invite you to switch off and simply enjoy when on hiking holidays in the Black Forest.

There are lots of good reasons for spending hiking holidays at the Heselbacher Hof

1. Black Forest National Park

Going by the National Park motto “a touch wilder”, immerse yourself in the Black Forest National Park, a world full of peace and raw nature. Natural paths take you past lakes, across meadows, over moors and through dense coniferous forest with rare species of flora and fauna. The Ruhestein National Park Centre is open throughout the year from Tuesday through to Sunday, offering a wealth of tour tips and maps.

2. Baiersbronn hiking heaven

A hot tip for keen hikers is the Baiersbronner "Wanderhimmel" (hiking heaven), with its 550 km network of hiking paths with a clever signage system taking you through the varied nature around Baiersbronn and the Black Forest National Park.

Nowadays you can even begin your adventure in advance, with many tours around Baiersbronn available as GPS data.

3. Hiking tips & guided hikes

On a hiking holiday at the Heselbacher Hof you are really in the midst of the Black Forest with all of its various tours available to you. Ask us, and we can share the best insider tips with you for hiking tours. The Baiersbronn Tourist Office provides a programme of guided hikes throughout the year based on various themes and taking you to the nicest places in the region.

4. Tour guide – App

The Baiersbronn Touren Guide is your interactive holiday planner for the entire holiday region of Baiersbronn and provides you with interesting information on hiking routes, places to visit, attractions, and recommended refreshment stops. Simply download the App and off you go.

5. Summer toboggan runs & barefoot park

The Dornstetten-Hallwangen barefoot park and the Enzklösterle und Mehliskopf summer toboggan runs offer further variety on hiking holidays in the Black Forest. Experience the remarkable sensation of walking barefoot in the 2.4 km long barefoot park. Both of the summer toboggan runs promise pure action!

6. Cosy, comfortable rooms to relax in

Our lovingly furnished 4-star comfort rooms invite you to relax after adventure-packed days in the Black Forest. Enjoy the fresh colours, comfortable banquette seating areas, and fabulous views from the balcony. Dreaming is allowed at the Heselbacher Hof!

… And another tip for those looking for more exercise

Get on your bike! 400 km of the 550 km of hiking paths around the wellness hotel Heselbacher Hof are suitable for exploring on a bike too.

Biking on Black Forest holidays

Book your hiking holiday in the Black Forest

Nature so close

Discover the Black Forest on foot and enjoy the idyllic landscape around the Heselbacher Hof and Baiersbronn. Book now and look forward to a lovely holiday near to the Black Forest National Park.

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Wellness & hiking in the Black Forest

Relax in our 4* wellness hotel after a full day walking

Can you imagine anything nicer after an adventurous day at the nature of the Black Forest than immersing yourself in the cool water in our 1500 m² wellness and spa area, relaxing your tired legs, or letting yourself be pampered with a massage or treatment?

Wellness on hiking holidays