Hiking and Biking in the Black Forest [Paperback]

A guidebook to 15 day walks, 3 multi-stage treks and 5 cycle routes in Germanys Black Forest. Exploring the north, central and southern regions, the routes are suitable for walkers and cyclists of all abilities and are perfect for spring and autumn.

The day walks range from 11-24km (7-15 miles) and can be enjoyed in 4-7 hours. The 3 multi-day treks included are Schluchtensteig (120km, 75 miles), Zweit?lersteig (108km, 67 miles) and Seensteig (71km, 44 miles). Four day rides are described along with the 242km (150 mile) Southern Black Forest Cycle Route.

• 1:50,000 mapsare included for each walk,1:100,000 mapsfor each ride
• Information given onlocal geology, history and wildlife
• Detailed information onfacilities and public transport
• Black Forest highlightsincluding Feldberg, Belchen Schauinsland, Hornisgrinde and Mummelsee
• GPX filesavailable to download

Hiking and Biking in the Black Forest describes day walks, multi-stage treks and 5 cycle routes covering the north, central and southern regions of Germany's Black Forest. Easy routes for families and multi-day journeys to explore the many forests, villages, castles and hills near Strasbourg, Baden-Baden, Freiburg and Basle.

Born and raised in Berlin, Germany, Kat Morgenstern discovered her passion for travel early on. At the tender age of 18, she left Germany to begin a journey that has taken her halfway around the world and is still in progress today. Professionally, Kat is a grassroots herbalist, ethnobiologist, writer and ecotravel professional. She is the founder and director of Sacred Earth, a network and educational resource for 'plant people' of all species, and of Sacred Earth Travel.