A specific starting point for planning around Altenrond is the winter hike in the Bernau High Valley: In Altenrond, it crosses a country road and then follows the Schliefe Trail to the “Schliefe” fork. Other themed trails, art stations and viewpoint routes are located in the wider destination of Bernau in the Black Forest. If you are looking for a holiday apartment in Altenrond, consider whether you would like to focus your stay on a section of trail in the village or on excursions to these other destinations.
The Schliefe Trail and Trails Around Altenrond
The winter hike includes a clearly described section through Altenrond: After crossing the country road, it follows the Schliefe Trail to the fork of the same name. Surface conditions may vary in winter, so plan according to conditions on the day of your trip. For the panoramic loop around Bernau, at the end of Altenrond a turnoff climbs towards Kaiserhaus and the Ankenbühl hiking car park.
Bernau has two signposted themed trails with different focuses. The 2.5-kilometre Zauberwald Trail is south of the Oberlehen district, in the Taubenmoos nature reserve. The Hans Thoma Artists’ Trail is a five-kilometre circular route near Oberlehen. Its seven art stations display reproductions of paintings by Hans Thoma, which he painted at these locations more than 100 years ago. Both trails are marked along their entire routes with their own signposting. This makes it easy to choose between a shorter route through the nature reserve and a longer circular route featuring art stations, depending on length and theme.
Views of the High Valley on Foot and by Bike
Extensive meadows and pastures, mixed forests and unspoilt moorland shape the natural and cultural landscape of the Bernau High Valley. The Bernau High Valley Trail, the Zauberwald Trail and other themed trails can be found here. The panoramic loop around Bernau first follows a narrow path through the forest, then opens up to views across the entire high valley. One section follows the Alb Trail for five kilometres.
The Kaiserhaus–Hof Panorama Trail offers a different perspective: From there, views extend across the Bernau High Valley and the wooded heights of the southern Black Forest; on a clear day, you can also see the Swiss Alps. The trail’s starting point is only a few metres from a bus stop. Check current stop information for the day of your trip. If you would prefer to plan a cycling loop, the 36.2-kilometre “enjoy&bike: Bernaus Hochtalsurfer | Die Bucklige” tour is available.
More Excursions and Events in Bernau in the Black Forest
Many well-known attractions in the area around Bernau in the Black Forest can be reached free of charge by bus and train with the KONUS Guest Card. This can be an alternative to focusing exclusively on trails when planning excursions. The wider destination also offers the Nature Experience Trail, with 15 play, storytelling and information stations for the whole family.
Recurring events may also influence your choice of travel dates: Bernau in the Black Forest celebrates Hans Thoma Day every year on the second weekend in August. On the third weekend in August, the village holds its annual Holzschneflertage and a nature park market. Exact dates and programmes may vary from year to year, so check the latest event dates before travelling. You can then match your search for a holiday apartment to the focus you have in mind—such as a hike, a cycling loop, art stations or an event.
For the wider travel overview: Bernau in the Black Forest.
